Three Houston radio stations are celebrating national recognition after winning honors at the 2026 NAB Marconi Radio Awards.
The National Association of Broadcasters announced the winners during a ceremony at the Edison Ballroom in New York, held on the eve of NAB Show New York.
The Houston winners and their respective categories are:
- 93Q KKBQ-FM — Country Station of the Year
- 104.1 KRBE-FM — CHR Station of the Year
- Amor 106.5 KOVE-FM — Spanish Language Station of the Year
- SEE FULL LIST OF WINNERS
- SEE THE LIST OF TEXAS FINALISTS
The awards recognize outstanding achievement in radio broadcasting, honoring stations and on-air personalities for their excellence, creativity and connections with local communities.
This year's winners represent markets across the country, from Los Angeles to Boston, highlighting radio's continued influence and its ability to connect with audiences.
The ceremony also honored Joel Oxley, president and general manager of Hubbard Radio Washington, D.C., who received the 2026 NAB National Radio Award. Oxley was recognized for his leadership and contributions to the industry, including helping establish WTOP and Federal News Network as trusted sources of news and information in the Washington region.
Established in 1989, the NAB Marconi Radio Awards are named for Guglielmo Marconi, the inventor and Nobel Prize winner widely recognized for his pioneering work in radio communications.
