Nielsen has begun releasing its March Portable People Meter (PPM) ratings, covering the survey period from March 5 through April 1. The four-week book included the shift to Daylight Saving Time, the arrival of spring, and the start of Passover.
New York Market – Adults 6+
iHeartMedia AC WLTW (106.7 Lite FM) reclaimed the #1 position overall, holding steady at a 7.4 share. The win ended a two-book run at the top for Audacy News WINS (1010), which slipped from 7.8 to 7.2 and fell to #2.
iHeartMedia Pop CHR WHTZ (Z100) climbed to #3 with its strongest performance since November, rising from 5.0 to 5.6. Audacy Classic Hits WCBS-FM eased to #4 (5.3–5.4), while New York Public Radio N/T WNYC dipped to #5 (5.0–4.9).
Mediaco Urban AC WBLS rose to #6 with its highest share since December (4.4–4.8). SBS Spanish Tropical WSKQ (Mega 97.9) tumbled from #4 to #9, posting its lowest share in more than a year (5.0–4.2), despite gaining 1.4 shares from streaming. WLTW grew its cume audience by 3.2% to 3,758,200. The overall market increased 4.8%.
Adults 25-54: WLTW held the #1 spot for the second consecutive book. WHTZ moved up to #2 and narrowed the gap with WLTW to under half a share.
Audacy Hot AC WNEW (New 102.7) surged from #9 to #3 with its best 25-54 showing in over a year.
WCBS-FM gained two spots to #4 with a slight increase. iHeartMedia Urban Contemporary WWPR (Power 105.1) fell to #5.
WCBS-FM gained two spots to #4 with a slight increase. iHeartMedia Urban Contemporary WWPR (Power 105.1) fell to #5.
WSKQ dropped from #2 to #7, while Mediaco Rhythmic CHR WQHT (Hot 97) slipped from #5, ending a two-book run of gains.
iHeartMedia AC KOST extended its dominance, ranking #1 for the fifth consecutive book among Adults 6+ with a gain from 6.2 to 6.5. iHeartMedia Hot AC KBIG (104.3 My FM) climbed to #2 with its strongest share in over a year (5.3–5.9). Audacy Classic Hits KRTH (K-EARTH 101) fell to #3, posting its lowest number in more than a year (5.8–5.0).
Audacy Adult Hits KCBS (93.1 Jack FM) held at #4 (4.5–4.9), while SBS Mexican Regional KLAX (La Raza 97.9) rose to #5 (4.2–4.4). Audacy News KNX slipped from #4 to #6 (4.5–4.1), tied with Audacy Urban AC KTWV (94.7 The Wave), which gained a spot (3.9–4.1).
KOST maintained the largest cume audience, growing 2.8% to 2,280,500. The overall Los Angeles market increased 2.6%.
Adults 25-54: KBIG and Audacy Alternative KROQ finished tied for #1. KBIG delivered its best book since September, while KROQ posted its highest share in over a year. KOST moved up to #3 with its strongest non-holiday (Frosty-free) performance in exactly one year.
KRTH dropped from #1 to #4 after giving back most of its previous book’s gains.
KCBS eased to #5 with a small increase, narrowly ahead of iHeartMedia Alternative KYSR (Alt 98.7), which held steady at #6.
Audacy AAA WXRT (93XRT) has a new leader in Chicago. The station rose to #1 overall for Adults 6+ with its strongest share in over a year, climbing from 5.6 to 6.1. The move ended a two-book reign at the top for Audacy News WBBM-AM, which slipped slightly from 5.9 to 6.0 and fell to #2. Hubbard Hot AC WTMX (101.9 The Mix) held steady at #3 (5.4–5.6).
iHeartMedia AC WLIT (93.9 Lite FM) returned to #4 (flat at 5.0).
Audacy Country WUSN (US 99) rounded out the top five at #5 (4.8–4.4). WLIT strengthened its cume audience lead with a 9.8% increase to 1,370,200. The overall Chicago market grew 0.3%.
Adults 25-54: WTMX remained #1 for the third consecutive book and posted its highest share in over a year.WXRT climbed to #2 with its third straight gain but still trailed the leader by more than three shares.iHeartMedia Pop CHR WKSC (103.5 Kiss FM) was flat and dropped to #3.
WLIT fell one spot to #4 with a slight decline and tied with WUSN, which was also flat but rose from #7.
iHeartMedia Hot AC KDMX (Mix 102.9) remained #1 for Adults 6+, despite giving back all of last month’s gains, falling from 5.2 to 4.5. It tied for the top spot with K-LOVE Inc. Contemporary Christian KLTY, which rose to 4.5.iHeartMedia AC KDGE (Star 102.1) climbed two spots to #3 (4.2–4.3).
Two stations moved into a tie at #4: Audacy Adult Hits KJKK (100.3 Jack FM) rose from #6 with its best share since October (3.8–4.2), and TelevisaUnivision Mexican Regional KLNO (Qué Buena 94.1) advanced from #8 with its highest mark since November (3.6–4.2).
iHeartMedia Pop CHR KHKS (106.1 Kiss FM) slipped from a tie for #2 to #6 (4.4–4.1). The top six stations are now separated by just half a share. KDGE maintained the market’s largest cume audience, growing 6.4% to 1,312,500. The overall Dallas-Ft. Worth market increased 1.0%.
KJKK stayed at #3 with a small gain and tied with KDGE, which moved up a spot and delivered its strongest non-holiday (Frosty-free) share since October.
Audacy Sports KRLD (105.3 The Fan) had a strong book, jumping from #10 to #5 with its highest share in over a year. KHKS eased to #6 and tied with Service Urban Contemporary KKDA (K104), which rose from #8 with a modest gain.
iHeartMedia AC KODA (Sunny 99.1) remained #1 for Adults 6+ for the eighth consecutive book, holding steady at a 9.0 share.
The next three positions were dominated by Urban One stations:
Urban One Urban AC KMJQ (Majic 102.1) repeated at #2 (6.7–6.9),
Urban One Country KKBQ (93Q) held at #3 (flat at 6.6), and
Urban One Country KKBQ (93Q) held at #3 (flat at 6.6), and
Urban One Classic Rock KGLK (The Eagle 106.9/107.5) rose to #4 with its strongest share since October (4.7–5.4).
University of Houston N/T KUHF jumped from #10 to #5 with its best performance in over a year (4.3–4.9). Hope Media Contemporary Christian KSBJ fell from #4 to #6 (6.0–4.6), while Audacy Hot AC KHMX (Mix 96.5) dropped from #5 to #7 (5.1–4.4). KHMX tied with iHeartMedia Alternative KTBZ (94.5 The Buzz), which was flat at 4.4. KODA grew its leading cume audience by 1.3% to 1,914,200. The overall Houston-Galveston market declined 0.9%.
Adults 25-54: KTBZ and KODA finished tied for #1 after both posted slight share losses. KKBQ repeated at #3 with a small decline.
KMJQ climbed from #7 to #4 with a solid rebound.
KHMX returned to #5, while KSBJ fell three spots to #6, ending a four-book run of strong gains.
Nielsen has begun releasing its March Portable People Meter (PPM) ratings, covering the survey period from March 5 through April 1. The four-week book included the shift to Daylight Saving Time, the arrival of spring, and the start of Passover.
SAN FRANCISCO: Two Tie At The Top
The 6+ leaderboard is typically ruled by two spoken-word powerhouses. In March KQED Inc. News/Talk 88.5 KQED remained #1 for the third consecutive book but slipped to its lowest share in over a year (9.9 – 8.6). That opened the door for Audacy All-News 740 KCBS / 106.9 KFRC to climb and tie for the lead (8.8 – 8.6).
Bonneville Adult Contemporary 96.5 KOIT held steady as the top music station at #3 (5.0 – 4.8). A pair of stations tied for #4: Bonneville Hot AC/CHR 99.7 NOW (KMVQ) edged up one spot (4.6 – 4.5), while iHeartMedia Soft AC 98.1 The Breeze (KISQ) soared from #7 to tie it with its strongest showing since November (3.7 – 4.5).
iHeartMedia Hot AC Star 101.3 (KIOI) eased back to #6 (4.7 – 4.1). KOIT further extended its cume dominance, growing 12.7% (1,016,200 – 1,145,600). Overall market listening was up 2.7%.
In 25-54: A flat 99.7 NOW (KMVQ) rose to #1 for the first time since August. KQED dropped to a very tight #2, ending a two-book run at the top. Star 101.3 (KIOI) returned to #3 with a modest gain.
It was a jump ball for #4: KOIT held its position despite a small share dip, while flat Audacy Alternative Live 105 (KITS) climbed from #6. iHeartMedia Pop CHR WiLD 94.9 (KYLD) slipped to #6 with a slight decrease.
In February, Cox Media News/Talk WSB-AM saw its impressive six-book winning streak in 6+ come to an end at the hands of Urban One Urban AC Majic 107.5/97.5 (WAMJ). This month, WSB-AM came roaring back to reclaim the #1 spot (6+) with a strong gain (6.6 – 8.5).
The battle for second place remained tight. Cox Media Classic Hits 97.1 The River (WSRV) returned to #2 (6.8 – 7.0), while WAMJ slipped to #3 (7.2 – 6.9). Audacy Urban AC V-103 (WVEE) held steady at #4 (6.0 – 6.7). Cox Media Urban AC Kiss 104.1 (WALR) climbed to #5 (5.7 – 6.4), and Cox Media AC B98.5 (WSB-FM) eased to #6 (5.9 – 5.8).
WSB-AM continued to dominate cume, posting a 1.1% increase (762,100 – 770,600). Overall market listening ticked up 0.3%.
B98.5 (WSB-FM) held at #3 with a small gain, while 97.1 The River (WSRV) rose to #4 — marking its fourth straight up book. WSB-AM posted its highest 25-54 share since November as it jumped two spots to #5. Audacy Sports 92.9 The Game (WZGC) tumbled four places to #8, hitting its lowest share since September.
In a city where the news cycle never sleeps, two news/talk powerhouses continue to dominate. Hubbard All-News WTOP remained #1 in 6+ for the tenth consecutive book, even with a modest decline (15.2 – 14.3). American University News/Talk WAMU returned to #2 (11.8 – 10.8). Despite both stations posting “down” books, WTOP and WAMU together still commanded nearly a quarter of all 6+ listening — an astounding performance.
Howard University Urban AC WHUR held on as the leading music station at #3, though it posted its smallest share since July (7.0 – 5.8). iHeartMedia AC WASH climbed to #4 with its best share since June (4.6 – 5.1).
iHeartMedia Alternative DC101 (WWDC) slipped to #5 (5.4 – 4.8) and was closely chased by Atlantic Gateway Contemporary Christian WGTS, which held at #6 with a solid rebound (4.3 – 4.6).WTOP continued to lead in cume with a slight 0.5% gain (922,600 – 927,200).
The overall market grew 3.1%.
WHUR dropped to #6 with its lowest share in over a year, tied with WGTS.
In February, Beasley Classic Rock WMGK and Beasley Active Rock WMMR were co-leaders in 6+. This book, WMGK held steady at #1 with a flat 7.1 share, while WMMR slipped to #5 with its lowest performance since August (7.1 – 5.8).
Audacy AC B101 (WBEB) and Audacy Sports 94WIP Sports Radio were tied at #3 last month. They stayed paired this time, moving up together to #2 with identical shares (6.5 – 6.6). iHeartMedia Urban Contemporary WDAS climbed two spots to #4, posting its third consecutive up book (6.1 – 6.5). Audacy News KYW dipped to #6 (6.3 – 5.4). B101 (WBEB) strengthened its cume lead with a solid 6.1% increase (1,101,300 – 1,168,000). The overall market grew 4.8%.
In 25-54: B101 (WBEB) took over the #1 position in 25-54 with its best Frosty-free share in over a year, ending WMMR’s two-book reign at the top. WMMR fell to #2, less than half a share behind.
WDAS held at #3 with a slight gain, while 94WIP (WIP) rose one spot to #4 with a nice rebound. WHYY Inc. News/Talk WHYY edged up to #5 despite a small dip. iHeartMedia Urban Contemporary Power 99 (WUSL) delivered its strongest showing since September, leaping from #10 all the way to #6. EMF Contemporary Christian 106.9 K-LOVE (WKVP) tumbled from #4 to #8 with its lowest share since August, tied with Beasley Country 92.5 XTU (WXTU).
Audacy AC Magic 106.7 (WMJX) was flat for the second straight book but remained #1 in 6+ for the fourth time in the last five surveys (6.2 – 6.2). The race behind it was remarkably tight, with six other stations sitting within just a share and a half of the leader.
Boston University News/Talk WBUR made a big leap from #5 to #2 with its strongest performance in over a year (5.2 – 5.6). Beasley Classic Hits WROR slipped to #3, ending a two-book surge (5.7 – 5.3).
iHeartMedia Pop CHR Kiss 108 (WXKS) rebounded from a down book to climb to #4 (4.9 – 5.2). Beasley Sports 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM) eased to #5 (5.3 – 5.1), while WGBH Educational Foundation Classical Classical 98.5 (WCRB) surged from #12 all the way to #6 with its highest share in over a year (3.6 – 4.9). Audacy Hot AC Mix 104.1 (WBMX) fell from #3 to #7 after giving back most of last month’s gain (5.3 – 4.7).
Magic 106.7 (WMJX) continued to lead in cume with a 0.6% increase (827,000 – 832,200). The overall market grew 0.5%.
In 25-54: The top three stations were separated by less than half a share. Mix 104.1 (WBMX) posted back-to-back wins with a slight dip, while flat 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM) returned to #2. Kiss 108 (WXKS) bounced back to repeat at #3. Magic 106.7 (WMJX) held at #4 with its best Frosty-free share in over a year. WBUR jumped from #8 to #5 with its strongest performance since May. Audacy Adult Hits Big 103 (WBGB) edged up to #6 with a small gain.
iHeartMedia Classic Rock WZLX and WROR were tied at #7 after both suffered large share losses and fell in tandem.
Nielsen continues to release its March Portable People Meter (PPM) ratings, covering the survey period from March 5 through April 1. The four-week book included the shift to Daylight Saving Time, the arrival of spring, and the start of Passover.
MIAMI-FT. LAUDERDALE-HOLLYWOOD: Status Quo
Just when you thought the leaderboard might shake things up, the top four stations on the 6+ dial stayed locked in place like an old familiar playlist — though every one of them took a step backward this time around.
Cox Media Urban AC WHQT (Hot 105) slid back into the #1 throne with a 7.2–6.7 share. Right behind it, AC WFEZ (Easy 93.1) held onto silver with a 7.0–6.3 dip — its smallest share since last June. Audacy AC WLYF (101.5 Lite FM) cruised in at #3 with a 6.3–6.0 reading, while Televisaunivision Spanish Hot AC WAMR (Amor 107.5) rounded out the top four at 6.2–5.7.
Then the momentum shifted. The two stations that had been battling for #5 last book both climbed — with SBS Spanish Contemporary WCMQ (Z92.3) breaking away to claim the spot solo at 5.1–5.5.
Meanwhile, Audacy Classic Hits WMXJ (102.7 The Beach) eased back to #6 with a 5.1–5.4 share. In the cume race, WLYF turned up the volume with a healthy 2.6% lift, surging into the #1 position (779,700–800,000). Across the market, total listening rose a modest 1.2%.
In the 25-54 demographic, the script flipped dramatically: After more than a year of dominance, WFEZ finally lost its crown. It tumbled to #2 with its lowest score in over 12 months. Stepping into the spotlight was WHQT, which posted a slight uptick to seize the #1 spot — though the gap between the two remained razor-thin. Further down the chart, iHeatmedia's Spanish Adult Hits WMIA (Magic 93.9) came roaring back, vaulting all the way from #8 to #3 as it shook off a string of soft books. WLYF cooled off to #4, ending its four-book hot streak. Cox Media Rhythmic AC WFLC (Hits 97.3) slipped to #5 despite managing a small share gain, while WMXJ and WCMQ landed in a dead-heat tie for #6.
SEATTLE-TACOMA: The Talk Of the Town
For the third book in a row — and the 13th time in the last 14 surveys — Universaity of Washington N/T KUOW stood firm at #1 on the 6+ leaderboard, easing from 9.5 to 8.4. Yet the real momentum was building just behind the leader.
Alternative station KEXP (Friends of KEXP) charged forward from #5 all the way to #2, delivering its fourth consecutive up book with a strong leap to 6.3. Close behind, iHeartmedia Classic Hits KJEB (95.7 The Jet) slipped one spot to #3, holding steady at 5.6. Crista Contemporary Christian KCMS (Spirit 105.3) eased down to #4 with a 5.4–5.0 share.
The mid-tier kept shifting as well. HUBBARD AC KRWM (Warm 106.9) climbed into #5, rising to 4.9. Meanwhile, Audacy Active Rock KISW (The Rock) dropped to #6, hitting its lowest share since July at 4.7. It landed in a tight tie with Bonneville Sports KIRO-A (Seattle Sports 710 AM), which came storming back from #10 with a solid rebound to 4.7.
In cume, KRWM held onto the top spot despite a 0.9% dip (613,200–607,800). Overall market listening slipped by 0.6%.
The former #5 pair split ways: Hubbard Pop CHR KQMV (MOViN’ 92.5) stepped down to #6, while KCMS dropped into a tie at #7 with KIRO-A, which surged upward from #12 with a nice rebound.
The station plunged to its lowest share since September (8.0–6.7), suddenly transforming a once-dominant lead into a nail-biting showdown. Charging hard in its rearview mirror, Hubbard Classic Rock KSLX surged into a razor-close #2 (6.8–6.6).
Then came a stunning leap: Audacy Classic Hits KOOL (Big 94.5) rocketed up to #3 with its best performance in over a year (4.5–5.9). iHeaertMedia N/T KFYI-A dipped one notch to #4, yet still managed to post its largest share in over a year (4.6–5.0).
The shake-up didn’t stop there. Last month’s three-way logjam at #4 shattered as iHM Country KNIX slid to #5 (4.5–4.6). iHM Adult Hits KYOT (95.5 The Mountain) drifted down to #6 (4.5–4.3), while Maricopa Communith College Classical KBAQ (KBACH Classical 89.5 FM) took a sharp tumble to #9 (4.5–3.7).
In cume, KESZ clung to the throne despite a steep 4.1% drop (1,007,700–965,500). Meanwhile, the overall market lit up with a 1.6% gain.
25-54: the fire burned even brighter: KESZ suffered its third straight decline in the key demo but still fought off challengers to claim its seventh consecutive #1 crown. Televisasunision Mexican Regional KHOT (Qué Buena 105.9) stormed back to #2, breathing down the leader’s neck by just one share.
Entravision Mexican Regional KLNZ (La Tricolor 103.5) powered up to #3 with its strongest book in over a year. KYOT eased to #4 with a modest lift, while KOOL inched higher to #5 with a small gain. Hubbard Classic Rock KSLX slipped to #6 and found itself locked in a fierce tie with iHM Pop CHR KZZP (104.7 Kiss FM), which unleashed its best performance in over a year.
The familiar Detroit radio anthem played on, but with a few dramatic chords ringing louder than before. Audacy Sports WXYT (97.1 The Ticket) roared back to #1 for the third consecutive book, surging to a commanding 9.0 share and refusing to relinquish the throne.
Hot on its heels, Audacy Classic Hits WOMC reclaimed the #2 position with a solid 7.7–7.3 performance. iHM AC WNIC held firm at #3, unleashing its strongest Frosty-free share since October and climbing to a impressive 7.0. Then came the breakout moment: Audacy Country WYCD exploded upward to #4, delivering its biggest share in over a year with a powerful leap to 6.3. iHM Urban AC WMXD (Mix 92.3) eased back to #5 (6.1–5.9), still holding its ground in the upper ranks.
In cume, WNIC clung to the crown by the slimmest of margins, virtually flat at 983,600–983,400. The overall market stayed rock-steady, barely moving an inch.
25-54: the intensity cranked even higher: WXYT continued its reign of dominance, storming into double-digit territory for the third straight survey and leaving challengers in the dust. iHM Pop CHR WKQI (Channel 955) charged up two spots to #2 with its best performance in over a year — yet it still trailed the leader by more than four full shares in a gap that felt like a chasm.
IHM Urban Contemporary WJLB surged to #3, firing off its highest share in over a year. Audacy Classic Hits WOMC slipped to #4, finally cooling off after a scorching five-book surge. Meanwhile, Beasley Active Rock WRIF tumbled to #5, hitting its lowest score in over a year and feeling the full weight of the competition.
The pack stayed razor-close behind them. iHM Classic Hits KQQL (KOOL 108) dug in at #3 with a 7.2–6.9 performance, while Hubbard Hot AC KSTP (KS95) fought its way back to #4 at 7.1–6.7. iHM Country KEEY (K102) launched a fierce charge, surging to #5 with its best book in over a year and climbing to a strong 6.3. University of Northwestern-St Paul Contemporary Christian KTIS slipped to #6 (6.2–5.9) under the pressure.
In cume, KQQL dramatically extended its lead, exploding 6.6% higher to a commanding 674,200 listeners. The overall market answered with a solid 2.2% surge.
In the 25-54 demographic: The tension hit fever pitch: KFXN seized #1 for the third straight book and blasted into double-digit territory for the 13th time in the last 14 surveys, flexing serious dominance.
MPR AAA KCMP (89.3 The Current) came roaring back from a down book, surging all the way to #2 — yet still found itself staring down a two-share deficit to the leader. KQQL eased back to #3 with a modest dip, while iHM Pop CHR KDWB and Audacy Adult Hits KZJK (104.1 JACK FM) stayed locked in a tense tie at #4, both absorbing noticeable share losses in the heat of battle.
TAMPA-ST. PETERSBURG-CLEARWATER: Lovey Dovey
Cox Media's Soft AC WDUV (101.5 The Dove) continued its dominance, claiming the #1 spot for the second consecutive book in the 6+ rankings. The station delivered a strong gain, climbing from 8.6 to 9.8 — its highest Frosty-free share in more than a year.
Radio Training Network's Contemporary Christian WCIE (The Joy FM) held steady at #2 but slipped slightly from 7.3 to 7.0, its lowest share since October. CMG’s Classic Hits WXGL (107.3 The Eagle) repeated in third place with an unchanged 6.5 share. Beaslery's Classic Hits WRBQ (Q105) remained in fourth, posting its fourth consecutive gain, rising from 5.5 to 5.9.iHeartMedia’s Active Rock WXTB (98 Rock) made the biggest leap of the book, surging from #8 to #5 with a solid increase from 4.9 to 5.7 — its best showing since April. CMGH's AC WWRM (Magic 94.9) eased one position to #6, ticking down from 5.3 to 5.1.
WDUV also strengthened its hold on the market, remaining the clear cume leader with a slight uptick from 653,500 to 655,100 (+0.2%). Overall market listening was up 1.8%.
25-54 Breakdown: WDUV posted another convincing win in the key 25-54 demographic, securing back-to-back #1 books while posting its highest Frosty-free share in over a year. WXTB had a standout performance, jumping from #6 to #2 with its strongest 25-54 book in twelve months. WRBQ settled into third place after a three-book upward run. iHM's Pop CHR WFLZ (93.3 FLZ) slipped to #4, ending a five-book surge. WCIE landed at #5, where it was joined by WWRM, which moved up one spot despite recording its fourth straight down book. iHM's AC WMTX (Mix 100.7) fell two positions to #7.
Audacy Classic Rock KQMT (99.5 The Mountain) reclaimed the #1 position in the 6+ rankings with a slight uptick from 7.0 to 7.1. Bonneville AC KOSI (KOSI 101.1) tightened the gap at #2, climbing from 6.7 to 7.0 and putting serious pressure on the leader.
KSE Media Ventures Classic Hits KXKL (KOOL 105) jumped two spots to #3, rising from 5.0 to 5.2. Audacy's Modern AC KALC (Alice 105.9) held steady at #4 with a minor dip from 5.1 to 4.9. Bonneville Country KYGO slipped to #5, falling from 5.3 to 4.8.
KOSI remained the cume leader, growing impressively from 490,500 to 506,600 (+3.3%). The overall Denver market was up 0.7%.
25-54 Breakdown: iHeartMedia's Alternative KTCL (Channel 93.3) and KQMT stayed locked in at #1 and #2 respectively in the key 25-54 demo. Both stations posted down books and were separated by just half a share.
KALC held at #3 with a small gain, while KOSI moved up one position to tie with it after posting a modest increase.KXKL remained flat at #5.SE Media Ventures' Sports KKSE (Altitude Sports Radio 92.5 FM) rebounded nicely after last month’s big drop (from #6 to #16), climbing back to #6. It tied with AUDACY Rhythmic CHR KQKS (KS 107.5).
SAN DIEGO: Magic Takes Over
Local Media Rhythmic AC XHRM (Magic 92.5) exploded from #3 to #1 in the 6+ rankings, delivering its strongest book in over a year with a sharp jump from 6.7 to 7.9. That surge knocked San Diego State University News/Talk KPBS down to #2 (8.1-7.6).
Audacy Classic Hits KXSN (Sunny 98.1) softened to #3 with its lowest share in over a year (7.7-7.4). Their AC KYXY stayed at #4 but posted a third straight down book (6.3-6.0). iHeatMedia's Hot AC KMYI (Star 94.1) climbed two spots to #5 (4.5-4.7), while iHM's Pop CHR KHTS (Channel 93.3) tumbled two places to #7 (4.9-4.1).
KXSN held onto the cume crown despite a 2.0% dip (603,500 to 591,200). The San Diego market edged up 0.5%.
25-54 Breakdown: XHRM owned the 25-54 demo too, rocketing from #3 to #1 with its best book in over a year. KXSN slipped to #2, trailing by half a share. LOCAL MEDIA Alternative XTRA (91X) held #3 with a slight dip. Active Rock KIOZ (Rock 105.3) stepped up to #4 with a small gain. KHTS fell from #2 to #5, handing back half of last month’s surge. KYXY eased one spot to #6.
Beasley Classic Hits WKQC (K104.7) ruled the 6+ standings for the second book in a row, posting its largest Frosty-free share since July with a solid gain from 7.9 to 8.1.
iHeatMedia Adult Hits WLKO (102.9 The Lake) exploded into a clear #2, rocketing from 6.3 to 7.9 — its best book in over a year. Beasley Urban Contemporary WPEG (Power 98) slipped to #3 but still notched its fifth straight up book (6.3-7.4). University Radio Foundation's News/Talk WFAE rebounded to #4 (5.7-6.2).
iHM WKKT (96.9 The Kat) held at #5 (6.0). Urdan One Urban Oldies WOSF (106.5 R&B) collapsed from #4 to #12, plunging from 6.1 to 3.9 — its lowest in over a year. It tied there with iHM's Alternative WEND (106.5 The End) (flat 3.9) and sister Pop CHR WHQC (Hits 96.1), which surged from #16 (3.1-3.9).
WLKO held the cume lead with a slight rise (470,000-472,100, +0.4%). The market was up 0.3%.
25-54 Breakdown: WPEG repeated as 25-54 champion and smashed through the double-digit barrier. WLKO vaulted from #6 to #2 (still nearly four shares back).
WKQC climbed to #3.
WEND dropped to #4 and tied with WKKT (which inched up despite a down book).
WFAE leaped from #10 to #6.
WOSF cratered from #2 to #7 with its weakest 25-54 share since July.