📍 🇺🇸 USA
WBEZ 91.5 Chicago Public Radio
About WBEZ 91.5 Chicago Public Radio
WBEZ 91.5 is Chicago’s public radio station, broadcasting NPR news and talk programming across the city and streaming free online at wbez.org.
If you’ve landed here looking for NPR in Chicago, this is it. WBEZ carries the national public radio lineup that regular listeners will recognize, alongside local Chicago-focused coverage and journalism. The 91.5 FM frequency is the one Chicagoans have tuned to for public affairs, news, and the kind of long-form audio that commercial radio doesn’t bother with.
The online stream runs at 128 kbps MP3, which is clean enough for home speakers or headphones. You can listen through the player on this page or head to wbez.org directly. No subscription required.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I listen to WBEZ 91.5 online?
Stream WBEZ at 128 kbps MP3 from wbez.org or tune to 91.5 FM in Chicago. The station broadcasts all programming online.
Is WBEZ free to listen to?
Yes. WBEZ is a public radio station, so streaming and FM listening are free.
What kind of programming does WBEZ 91.5 air?
WBEZ carries NPR news, talk, and public radio programming focused on Chicago and national stories.
What frequency is WBEZ on in Chicago?
91.5 FM. It's Chicago's NPR station.
Can I listen to WBEZ outside Chicago?
Yes. You can stream WBEZ from anywhere at wbez.org or through the online stream.
What language does WBEZ broadcast in?
English. WBEZ broadcasts all programming in English.
What audio format does WBEZ stream in?
MP3 at 128 kbps. This bitrate works well on most internet connections and devices.
Station info
Country
🇺🇸 USA
Bitrate
128 kbps
Format
MP3
Language
english
Status
🟢 Live