WKRP Radio Station Coming to Cincinnati

The iconic call sign from the 1970s sitcom will soon grace the airwaves again.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:03pm

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A minimalist, abstract illustration featuring bold, jagged black silhouettes against a stark white background, conceptually representing the return of the iconic WKRP radio station to Cincinnati.The revival of the beloved 'WKRP in Cincinnati' radio station brand promises to bring a nostalgic, retro flair to the Queen City's airwaves.Cincinnati Today

The WKRP call sign, made famous by the beloved 1970s sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati,' is set to return to the airwaves in the city it once called home. The current owner of the WKRP call sign has announced plans to launch a new radio station using the iconic call letters in Cincinnati, where the original fictional station was based.

Why it matters

The return of the WKRP call sign to Cincinnati will be a nostalgic homecoming for fans of the classic sitcom, which ran from 1978 to 1982 and remains a beloved part of television history. The new station aims to recapture the spirit of the original show, which centered around the quirky staff of a struggling AM radio station.

The details

Details about the new WKRP radio station, including its format and programming, have not yet been released. However, the current owner of the call sign has confirmed that the station will be based in Cincinnati and will seek to honor the legacy of the original 'WKRP in Cincinnati' series.

  • The original 'WKRP in Cincinnati' sitcom aired from 1978 to 1982.
  • The new WKRP radio station is set to launch in Cincinnati in the coming months.

The players

WKRP

The iconic call sign of the fictional radio station featured in the 1970s sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati.'

Cincinnati, Ohio

The city where the original 'WKRP in Cincinnati' sitcom was set and where the new WKRP radio station will be based.

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What’s next

The launch date and programming details for the new WKRP radio station in Cincinnati have not yet been announced, but fans of the classic sitcom are eagerly awaiting more information.

The takeaway

The return of the WKRP call sign to Cincinnati is a nostalgic nod to the beloved sitcom that captured the quirky spirit of the radio industry in the 1970s. The new station aims to recapture that magic and bring the WKRP legacy back to life for a new generation of listeners.