For the first time in more than a year, KILT (610 AM) has retaken the morning drive team lead among Houston’s four sports radio stations.
Arbitron’s October ratings period for Sept. 17 through Oct. 14 includes a month’s worth of Texans talk and two weeks with John Lopez in his new morning slot alongside Marc Vandermeer. KILT’s morning drive share among men 25-54, the key advertising demo for sports radio, improved by six-tenths of a point over September while KGOW (1560 AM) dropped by a half-point. READ MORE
Clearly former KHOU 11 traffic man Darby Douglas has a huge following in Houston still. How do I know? Just look at this old post I wrote about him and all the comments he is still receiving on it. 
John McClain, the legendary retired Houston Chronicle NFL columnist, is joining SportsRadio 610 KILT as Senior Texans Columnist.
“I’ve been doing sports talk on 610 for 23 years, and I’m fired up about the opportunity to write for the station’s website,” said McClain. “I’m especially excited to work with Brandon Scott, one of my favorite reporters in Houston. I think Brandon does a terrific job covering Houston sports, and it’s an honor to cover the Texans with him.”
SportsRadio 610 says McClain will, "provide weekly postgame observations, team report cards and Texans-driven columns throughout the season." He will also continue to make appearances on “Payne and Pendergast,” “In the Loop with John Lopez and Landry Locker” and “Clint Stoerner and The Show.”
Using his vast Texan's knowledge, McClain will also co-host the Houtopia Football Podcast with Sean Pendergast.
“To officially bring a Houston legend in John McClain onto our team is incredible,” said Parker Hillis, Brand Manager, Sports Radio 610. “John has always been one of our biggest proponents in the market and I’m thrilled that Texans fans will now be able to read his observations and opinions at SportsRadio610.com, on top of his weekly radio appearances.”
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- 2023 Edward R. Murrow Award Texas winners
Meteorologist Ali Turiano celebrates nine years with FOX 4 KDFW.
WFAA 8 special hears from survivors of mass shooting in Allen.
92.1 Hank FM KTFW Ft. Worth Mid-day Host Erin Wilde leaving to join KETK's East Texas Live Tyler.
Sam Gannon renews her agreement as a sports anchor and reporter with KDFW in Dallas.
Former WFAA anchor Gloria Campos named chairperson of the Blanco County Democratic Party.
10 Questions with...Al Farb of New Country 96.3.
KGGR-A-K295DA Dallas adds the nationally syndicated "Get Up! Mornings With ERICA CAMPBELL."
- Julie Fine to leave NBC DFW for Bloomberg
- Madison Sawyer returning to CBS News Texas
- Amelia Jones joins FOX 4 KDFW
- Meagan Harris named CBS DFW news director
- Julie Fine signs off NBC 5 DFW
- Natalie Haddad joins WFAA DFW
Dave Ward honored at Men of Distinction luncheon.
Brian T. Smith: Covering sports for the Houston Chronicle has been a dream job, but England calls.
They hosted a morning show at SportsRadio 610 KILT together years ago and now John Lopez joins Texans Voice Marc Vandermeer for a lively discussion.
Jim Nantz Is a Huge DeMeco Ryans Believer — Houston Texans’ New Coach Already Has Powerful Voices In His Corner.
FOX 26 KRIV is partnering with the Defender Network, which has been delivering news and information to the Black community in our area for more than 90 years.
"Pioneer Careers" interview with FOX 26 KRIV's Caroline Collins.
Mattress Mack's Gallery Sports website shuts down after less than a year.
CW39’s Adam Krueger makes the list of 100 coolest people in Houston.
The KPRC 2 Investigates true crime docuseries ‘The Evidence Room’ received national honors from the 44th Annual Telly Awards.
The Association of Alternative Newsmedia just released its finalists list for its national AAN awards and two writers for the Houston Press, Jessica Goldman and Jef Rouner, were named in the honors.
Tim Pandajis renews his agreement as a meteorologist with KHOU in Houston.
Houstonia welcomes Houston-based Emma Balter, who brings more than a decade of journalism experience to the role from Chron food editor and Houston Chronicle features reporter positions.
Chris McDonald joins KPRC 2 as assignments editor.
Houston Landing appoints Angelica Arinze audience producer and Angelica Perez as civic engagement reporter.
KENS 5 digital multimedia journalist Lexi Hazlett announces she is leaving the station and her "Neighborhood Eats" franchise.
Sara DiNatale takes a new job with the San Antonio Express-News as a reporter on the business team.
- Ashley Sutton promoted to FOX San Antonio morning anchor
- Ernie Zuniga to leave FOX 29 San Antonio
- Henry Ramos promoted to KENS San Antonio 10pm co-anchor
- Ernie Zuniga's touching goodbye video
KXAN meteorologist Kristen Currie celebrates 10 years in the TV business.
Austin American-Statesman honored as Pulitzer Prize Gold Medal finalist for Uvalde coverage.
The Society of Professional Journalists, Fort Worth Professional Chapter recognizes four KXAN investigations with First Amendment Awards.
The Texas State Teachers Association honored KXAN’s investigation into mass educator resignations with a 2023 School Bell Award for Outstanding Television Multimedia Series.
City hall and local government reporter Luz Moreno-Lozano is leaving the Austin American-Statesman.
Matt Adams swaps NPR for Texas Tribune.
- Travis Sattiewhite named KVUE Austin news director
- KXAN Austin 1970s blooper
- Erika Lopez joins OTA Talent as TV agent
“Crash” Kelley named Director of Content for Townsquare Media’s four-station group in Victoria.
Bryan Broadcasting has closed on Country “103 The Bull” 103.3 KJCS Nacogdoches/Lufkin and flipped the station to Classic Country “Willy 103.3."
Angie Martinez, EP for KRGV 5 Rio Grande Valley has been promoted to assistant news director.
Texas Intercollegiate Press Association relocates headquarters back to Baylor
Educational Media Foundation is acquiring “Free 105.3” KXXF Winnie/Beaumont.
Baron Wiley from Boerne Radio 103.9 FM KBRN was honored to be recognized by the Society of San Antonio Radio Broadcasters.
Several Texas radio stations change hands.
The Bryan College Station Eagle will soon only be delivered on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
The Niche Czech Radio Show That Still Reaches Listeners After Fifty Years.
- KCBD 11 Lubbock celebrates 70 years
- Kaci Koviak's message for KETK East Texas viewers
- Matt Lively leaves KCEN Waco
- Garrett Hottle joins KMID Big 2 News Odessa
- El Paso TV additions
- Lindsey Stiner joins Newschannel 10 KFDA Amarillo
- Drew Davis joins Hawaii News Now
- KFDX Wichita Falls has a snake in the newsroom
- Erika Castillo apparently no longer with KFOX El Paso
Former KLEE radio and KPRC 2 audio engineer Frank Hicks passes away at the age of 95.
Lance Blanks, who served as a college basketball analyst for ESPN and the Longhorn Network, dies.
Former KHOU 11 photographer Jay Remboldt has passed away. I interviewed him in 2018.
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- Texas Telly Award winners
- 2024 Edward R. Murrow Award Texas winners
- Best TV News Bloopers May 2024
KXAS Picks Up Peabody Award.
Newy Scruggs, Inspired by Job Insecurity, Took Plunge Into TCU’s EMBA Program.
90.1 KERA announced the addition of Andrew Garcia as its new Morning Edition host.
Brian Kilmeade Joins Powerhouse Weekday Lineup in Dallas on Cumulus Media’s News and Information 570 KLIF/96.3 FM HD2.
“Talk Radio 1190” KFXR shifts to Conservative Talk.
D Magazine Brings Home Two CRMA Awards.
- WFAA 8 prepares to celebrate 75th anniversary
- Dominic Brown leaves CBS News Texas
- Kaitlin Monte and others welcome Texas TV babies
- Ben and Skin return to 97.1 The Eagle DFW
- Fernando MejÃa exits Telemundo Dallas
- Jim Danner joins CW 33 DFW
- Erin Moran is pregnant with baby #2
- Lacey Beasley joins CBS News Texas
- Mike Rhyner interviewed by Jody Dean
Houston Chronicle names Fernando Alfonso managing editor of news and content development.
John McClain Fills In on ESPN 97.5 Houston, Discusses NFL Schedule.
Ernie Manouse celebrates 28 years with Houston Public Media.
Women to Watch: Katelyn Maida, 93Q Country.
Women to Watch: Keisha Nicole; 97.9 The Box, Houston
Zakk United of KVST 99.7 FM KSTAR Country wins "Radio Broadcast Team or Individual Personality of the Year" from The Texas Country Music Association.
Joshua Chaney joins FOX 26 KRIV as a photojournalist from WKMG Orlando.
Brittany Krugel joins FOX 26 as the new 8am producer from FOX 4 Kansas City WDAF.
Two new startups about to join Houston media scene.
ABC13 and ¡Que Onda! Magazine join forces to empower Latin and Hispanic voices.
KISS Kasket connection to “Runaway Radio” documentary.
- Sarah Pepper leaving Mix 96.5 Houston mornings
- David Loving named KHOU 11 President and General Manager
- Michelle Choi gives birth
- Humberto Hormaza named CW39 Houston VP and GM
- Houston TV anchor version of the Met Gala!
- Julia Morales helps make history on Houston Astros broadcast
- Frank Billingsley to leave KPRC 2 Houston
- News director Bernice Kearney to leave KPRC 2 Houston
- Mary McCoy nominated for 2024 Radio Hall of Fame Induction class
- Deborah Duncan talks "Runaway Radio" with Mike McGuff
- KPRC 2 loses 12 staffers in buyouts
- Alan Shoemaker has been located!
- Cathy Hernandez gives birth to baby #3
- Sarah Frazier named one of Radio Ink’s Most Influential Women in Radio
- Katelyn Maida is pregnant with baby #2
- John Lopez celebrates 40 years in sports media
- Tony Luna joins Vida Unida as the new National Program Director
Building on their legacy - a letter from KSAT 12.
- Former KSAT sports anchor gets probation
- Six KSAT San Antonio journalists leaving
- KENS 5 San Antonio re-signs Deborah Knapp and Sue Calberg
KOKE and The HORN transitioned from terrestrial over-the-air radio frequencies to an exclusive focus on digital streaming platforms.
- Bob Cole & Eric Raines Exit KOKE-FM With Online Move
KXAN city hall/local government reporter Grace Reader re-signs with the station for three more years.
Is the Texas Tribune an example or an exception? A conversation with Evan Smith about earned income
‘Shared Passions’ Are Key To KVET-FM Austin’s Success And AQH Growth.
Hearst's Austin newsletter abruptly ceases operation — for now.
- Britt Moreno is pregnant with baby #3
- Larissa Cartwright no longer with Spectrum News 1 Texas
- Nick Bannin promoted to KXAN Austin chief meteorologist
- Spectrum News 1 Texas to air youth mental health special
Former Texas TV anchor linked to Texas A&M’s Chi Alpha ministries arrested for indecency with a child.
Justin Burton Named Station Manager Of KXXV-KRHD Waco.
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Tyler lost 99.7 KVUT Cuney, its only locally originating Public Radio station when the University of Texas-Tyler ceased operations.
Country “Kicker 106” KTKO Beeville relaunches as Red Dirt/Texas Country “Texas Knock Out 105.7.”
Camryn Burchett joins Daybreak on 12 News KBMT Beaumont as a morning reporter.
KBTX report leads to additional charges for theft suspect.
Kelli and Bob Phillips launch new radio show and podcast.
- KIII Corpus Christi's 'Domingo Live!' turns 60
- Jarell Baker leaves 25 News KXXV Waco
- KFDM 6 Beaumont anchors: Where are they now?
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- Kayleigh Thomas joins KBTX's Brazos Valley This Morning
- Avaionia Smith joins 6 News KCEN Waco
- El Paso TV reporter wins 2024 Bug Fest cookoff
- Monica Cortez is married
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- Adam Seibel leaves 25 News Now Victoria
- Markeshia Jackson joins WAVY 10 Norfolk, VA
- The Rev. William A. Lawson dies at 95
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- 2023 Lone Star Regional Sports EMMY winners
- Congratulations to the 2023 Bonner McLane Public Service Award Winners
- 2023 Texas National Edward R. Murrow Award Winners
- Texas Radio Hall of Fame 2023 inductees
The Parent Company of Cumulus and The Ticket Is Suing Ex-Hosts Jake Kemp and Dan McDowell.
New journalists announced at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
Alexandra Skores named aviation reporter for the Dallas Morning News.
Local News Outlet Slanders Mayor’s Cowboy Hat.
Dallas Biz Journal editor Jeff Schnick departing.
The Dallas Business Journal promotes Bill Hethcock to assistant managing editor.
820 WBAP seeks a new afternoon drive host as Rick Roberts exited after seven and a half years.
Amy Chodroff announces exit From KLIF.
KERA News acquires Texas community newspaper.
Joseph Hoyt leaves the Dallas Morning News to join Lone Star Live.
- Janel Forte joins WFAA 8
- Erin Hunter joins WFAA's Good Morning Texas
- Sportsradio 96.7FM/1310 AM The Ticket/KTCK-FM Kicks schedule changes 2023
- Hiney Wine: The story of a fake DFW radio ad
- Lili Zheng joins FOX 5 DC WTTG Washington, D.C.
- Mariel Ruiz gives WFAA 8 tour
- CBS 11 KTVT DFW replaces 6pm newscast with 'Jeopardy'
KHOU 11 Photojournalist Nathan Kvinge retires after 41 years with the station.
Anchor Keith Garvin celebrates 11 years with KPRC 2.
Director of Business Development at iHeartMedia Houston, Robert Reese, celebrates 21 years.
Michael Hagerty celebrates 10 years with Houston Public Media's News 88.7 KUHF's "Houston Matters."
KBXX personalities J Mac and Young Jas, along with streetwear purveyor Michael Mills, interview influencers and artists from Mills' store on 'Clearly Cultured' podcast.
Mike McCall has been named Chief of Donor Engagement for Hope Media Group, bringing over three decades of experience in donor development, stewardship, and special initiatives fundraising.
Reporter Nick Natario celebrates six years with abc13 KTRK.
KPRC 2 nightside executive producer Steve Ljuljdjuraj leaves for CBS News Detroit.
Former FOX 26 KRIV anchor, Melinda Spaulding Chevalier, named VP for public affairs at Rice University.
'Amplifying The Culture' is the goal at AQH Gainer KBXX Houston.
John Lopez is the OG of Houston Sports Radio.
Radio Legend Madd Hatta announces Scholarship for 10 TSU Students.
Ken Hoffman gets heated over shady meteorologist terms during our worst summer ever.
Houston-based SuiteRadio announces that its programs are being heard on 50 broadcast radio signals across the US.
Houston Biz Journal editor Greenwood departs.
Andrea Guzmán joins Chron.com as Texas brands reporter.
Former KHOU 11 reporter Gabe Gutierrez joins NBC News’s White House Team.
Jessica Savitch, a trailblazing news anchor who got her start on KHOU, to be written about in new book.
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- Chauncy Glover leaves abc13 Houston
- Get to know Rod Ryan from 94.5 The Buzz
- Houston radio stars open up on FOX 26
- Alex Bozarjian joins abc13 Houston
- Dave Ward honored with street name next to abc13 Houston studios
- Former KPRC 2 reporter revisits covering Hurricane Harvey
- Outlaw Dave joins Houston's Eagle 106.9 and 107.5
- James Harden fined $100,000 after KHOU 11 interview
- Erica Simon announces baby #2
- "KPRC2+ Now" at 9am debuts
- Daniel Gotera leaves KHOU 11 Houston
- Dominique Sachse talks living with grief
- "KPRC 2 News Today at 10am" and 3pm news debut in September 2023
- abc13 KTRK taken off YouTube TV by glitch
- ESPN Houston staff changes summer 2023
KENS 5 anchor Isis Romero joins the University of the Incarnate Word staff this fall...but she's still anchoring, too.
KSAT 12 reporter Leigh Waldman promoted to 'Investigates' team.
KSAT 12's GMSA weekend anchor/reporter Max Massey celebrates 6 years with the station.
KSAT reporter Erica Hernandez to be featured in episode of ABC’s ‘20/20′ in September.
- Texas TV chief meteorologist moves to newspaper
- Simone De Alba joins WUSA9 Washington, DC
- Chelsea Torres joins FOX News
- Allysa Tellez leaves KENS 5 San Antonio
- Daniela Ibarra joins KSAT San Antonio
Texas Tribune holds first layoffs in 14-year history.
- The Texas Tribune’s first-ever layoffs worry the news industry.
Jason Dick returns to the “Morning X” on “101X” KROX.
Craig Way returns to iHM's The Zone.
"105.3 The Bat” off the air.
- Norsan Media acquiring KTXX, K287FG/Austin
- Abigail Velez joins CBS Austin
- Pamela Comme joins WESH 2 Orlando
Congratulations to KCBD 11 Lubbock Chief Meteorologist John Robison on his 40-year work anniversary!
Blake Holland celebrates five years at KLTV 7 Tyler.
KETK News learned staff members at 95.3 and 102.3 The Breeze have been let go.
Chantel Ropp leaves KWTX 10 Waco where she was a reporter.
KYTX CBS19 special projects producer Larry Magee leaves for a new job.
KCBD 11 Lubbock MMJ Michael A. Cantu leaves the TV news biz after eight years.
KTSM’s Estela Casas shares her story during Downtown hotel’s High Tea event.
KKHR Abilene flipped formats to a mix of Americana, Classic Rock, and Texas Country as "101.7 The Patriot."
- Erika and Blake Holland add to KLTV family
- Kurtis Quillin leaves KCEN 6 Waco
- Patrina Adger joins KFDM News Beaumont
- Liz Dueweke joins KFOX14 El Paso
- Adam Cardona promoted to NBC 23 KVEO mornings
- Pat Simon re-joins WOWK 13 News Huntington, West Virginia
- Cole Banker joins KLBK/KAMC Lubbock
- Mason Horodyski joins WHAS11 News
- Faith Colbert joins 3News KIII Corpus Christi
- Paul Cicala returns to KVIA El Paso
- Madeleine Dunn joins KMID Midland
- Sara Blue joins CBS19 KYTX
- Stephanie Valle celebrates 22 years with KVIA El Paso
- Noemy Sanchez joins KTRE and KLTV East Texas
- Jesse Schroeder leaves KTRE East Texas
- Ashly Elam leaves 12News KBMT Beaumont
- Adam Ogburn joins KTEN
SportsRadio 610 KILT-AM Houston announced it will rebrand as 95.7 The Fan beginning Thursday, August 13, 2026, bringing its sports programming to the FM dial in place of 95.7 The Spot KKHH.
UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2026
Houston radio gets X106.1 as Tejano Moves to 99.5
That's after more than three decades on the AM dial. No word on what happens to the 610 KILT-AM. Back to Top 40? OK, that's a Gordon McLendon era joke. UPDATE: Radio Insight reports both 610 and 95.7 will change to KIKK-AM and KIKK-FM (a nod to the 95.7 frequency's country music roots) and will simulcast the same programming.
"It was fun while it lasted," Grego posted Wednesday evening after the announcement. "My thanks and love to all. I’ll be in touch."
UPDATE: Here is the Audacy press release:
HOUSTON, TX – July 22, 2026 – Audacy announces the launch of 95.7 The Fan in Houston, officially establishing the company's FM sports radio presence across all top ten U.S. markets. Beginning August 13, 95.7 The Fan will launch as an FM simulcast of 610 AM, delivering the market’s leading sports talk, expert analysis, and live play-by-play coverage across both frequencies.
As part of this expansion, 95.7 The Fan will serve as the flagship FM broadcast home for the Houston Texans, bringing the game-day action and year-round coverage to an even broader audience across the region.
“Houston boasts some of the most passionate sports fans in the country, and they deserve both the content and distribution that matches their energy,” said Chris Oliviero, Chief Business Officer, Audacy. “Between our incredibly entertaining and informative lineup of local hosts and our exclusive partnership with the Texans, we are the ultimate destination for Houston sports fans. Launching 95.7 The Fan as our tenth FM sports station in the top ten U.S. markets is a proud milestone and solidifies Audacy's leadership in local sports audio. We can't wait to bring this unbeatable coverage to even more fans so they can join the conversation and stay connected to the teams they love.”
95.7 The Fan will launch with the following on-air lineup.
6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. CT: “Payne and Pendergast”
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. CT: “In The Loop with John Lopez and Reggie Adetula”
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. CT: “The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley”
Nightly after Texans All Access: “Area 45 with Bijani and Creighton”
95.7 The Fan is Audacy's industry-leading 23rd FM sports station. As the #1 destination for live sports talk and sports streaming, Audacy delivers a robust portfolio that includes over 40 owned-and-operated sports stations, 160 digital sports channels, and a premier sports podcast network featuring over 600 titles. Audacy is also the flagship home of more than 75 professional and collegiate teams, including the New York Yankees, Dallas Cowboys and Golden State Warriors, and is the official audio streaming partner of Major League Baseball.
Here is the official announcement:
"For 32 years, Sports Radio 610 has been the soundtrack of Houston Sports.
We were there when the Oilers said goodbye. And when the Texans said hello.
We lived every heartbreaking moment, every impossible comeback, every championship celebration from the agony of a game seven loss.
To two World Series parades.
For three decades, one thing has never changed. We've been right here with Houston sports fans every day, every game, every season.
And now, after 32 incredible years, it's time for a fresh look, an upgrade, a new era, a new era.
Thursday, August 13th Sports Radio 610 moves to the FM dial. The voices you trust. The sports talk you love. Louder, clearer, better than ever. As 95.7 The fan, Houston sports leader with 100,000 watts of power behind us.
957 The Fan coming to you, Houston on August 13th."
Innes comes from a radio family; his father, Scott Innes, has been in the business for more than 25 years, currently at WYNK in Baton Rouge. Scott Innes also has been the cartoon voice of Scooby-Doo, wrote a song that was recorded by Kenny Rogers and has won a Marconi Award for his radio work from the National Association of Broadcasters. READ THE REST
The SportsRadio 610 KILT-AM 'Outdoors Show' has been cancelled, according to host Captain Mickey Eastman Sr.
UPDATE: Listeners tell me in 'Outdoors Show' and Captain Mickey's place is the 'Bite Me - A Texas Saltwater Fishing Podcast,' hosted by Sports610 'In The Loop' host John Lopez, with Capts. Scott Null, Dean Thomas, and Caleb McCumber (watch below).
Here is what Captain Mickey posted:
"Hello all you Sickos. Hope everyone is well. I have some unfortunate news to share. Audacy has taken the Outdoors Show off the air. I'm sorry to say I will not be broadcasting on SR 610 anymore. After a Monday morning meeting with my bosses, they informed me that due to budgetary reasons that corporate was taking the Outdoor show off the air. I know this is quite a shock to all of you, mostly me. This is truly all I have been told. I am currently working on something that may be just as informative and interesting. I don't have any details yet but please keep your page open for a new program and updates. I don't have many details yet, but I will keep you updated as much as I can.
I want you all to know I have enjoyed every minute of the 18 years of shows and sharing all our stories together. But let me say, this will not be the end of us. Yes, you all have been as much a part of this as anyone and I appreciate all you loyal listeners.
Until then, good luck and good fishing!
Best regards to all,
Captain Mickey Eastman Sr."
The Outdoors Show aired Thursday through Friday from 4am to 6am and Saturday and Sunday from 4am to 7am. Shows featured everything from live fishing reports with fellow professional anglers and guides to hunting tips.
Captain Mickey started his guiding career in the fall of 1980 on Galveston Bay.
Talk show hosts Matt Jackson and Adam Wexler have left CBS Radio's KILT (610 AM), apparently to become morning show co-hosts at Clear Channel Radio's KBME (790 AM). READ MORE
