Matches in DBpedia 2014 for { ?s ?p WVON ("The Voice of A Nation") is a radio station licensed to Berwyn, Illinois, serving the greater Chicago area, which airs an African-American-oriented [Talk radio|talk] format. WVON is owned by Midway Broadcasting Corporation, and broadcast on the 1690 frequency via a LMA local marketing agreement with frequency owner Clear Channel Communications. WVON has studios on the city's South Side in Avalon Park neighborhood, and a transmitter tower is located at 87th and Kedzie in the southwest side.The station is noted for its cultural relevance and commitment to community advocacy and empowerment. For more than 50 years, the station has been at the forefront of issues impacting the Black community. It was a voice for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the 60's and a springboard for President Barack Obama during the early days of his political career. Currently, the station has some of the country's most well-respected thoughtleaders as talk show hosts including the Rev. Al Sharpton, Tavis Smiley, Roland Martin, and the Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.. }
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- WVON abstract "WVON ("The Voice of A Nation") is a radio station licensed to Berwyn, Illinois, serving the greater Chicago area, which airs an African-American-oriented [Talk radio|talk] format. WVON is owned by Midway Broadcasting Corporation, and broadcast on the 1690 frequency via a LMA local marketing agreement with frequency owner Clear Channel Communications. WVON has studios on the city's South Side in Avalon Park neighborhood, and a transmitter tower is located at 87th and Kedzie in the southwest side.The station is noted for its cultural relevance and commitment to community advocacy and empowerment. For more than 50 years, the station has been at the forefront of issues impacting the Black community. It was a voice for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the 60's and a springboard for President Barack Obama during the early days of his political career. Currently, the station has some of the country's most well-respected thoughtleaders as talk show hosts including the Rev. Al Sharpton, Tavis Smiley, Roland Martin, and the Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.".