89.1 KANW-FM

89.1 KANW-FM KANW is a non-profit, non-commercial public radio station owned and operated by Albuquerque Public Schools.
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KANW: Keeping All New Mexicans Well Informed by connecting people across Northern and Central New Mexico through the power of our collective culture, heritage, and story. KANW is the first FM station in the State of New Mexico. In 1949, Superintendent John Milne applied to the Federal Communications Commission for a license to construct and operate an FM station to serve the Albuquerque Public Sch

ools. The station was constructed and began operating from a small studio on the third floor of the old Albuquerque High School. The station provided classroom instructional programming operating only during school hours and was off the air during summer recess. In 1969, KANW increased its transmitter power and moved to its present studio location and under a federal grant purchased a much higher power transmitter which is located on Sandia Crest. Another power increase was approved by the FCC in 1983. The station now operates with maximum legal power and serves a large portion of the state of New Mexico. KANW began expanding its program service with New Mexico Music as well as Top-40 music with student disc jockeys. Through the years the weekday format was changed to include disco then urban in an attempt to serve underserved audiences. New Mexico Music programming on KANW began on a Friday afternoon in 1973 with Serjio Herrera. The show moved to Saturday mornings a few weeks later and has since become one of the most consistently listened to radio programs in New Mexico history. The New Mexico Music programming started as a unique service featuring music produced and performed by New Mexicans. KANW is proud to provide a venue to these artists that would otherwise never receive airplay nor recognition in the largest broadcast market of the state. Although the songs and lyrics have a Mexican influence, the sound is unique to the Land of Enchantment. The guitar and brass instruments take prominence in the sound of New Mexico Music. KANW's Saturday morning New Mexico Music and dedications is a New Mexico radio tradition and maintains the highest ratings of all KANW's programs. In 1995, KANW became affiliated with Public Radio International and a full member of National Public Radio in 1999. Some of the most popular programs are Car Talk, Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion, Morning Edition, Fresh Air, and Thistle and Shamrock.

KANW welcomes Darren Cordova, tomorrow 10am to noon, at KANW 2020 Coal Ave, SE, for a meet and greet. Join us and purcha...
06/20/2026

KANW welcomes Darren Cordova, tomorrow 10am to noon, at KANW 2020 Coal Ave, SE, for a meet and greet. Join us and purchase his new CD!

Darren Cordova, Darren Cordova Y Calor
06/20/2026

Darren Cordova, Darren Cordova Y Calor

On behalf of DMC Records, my family and I are honored to feature Ru...

KANW‘s Michael Brasher with special guest Darren Cordova this Saturday, June 20th at KANW 10:00am to noon for a meet an...
06/19/2026

KANW‘s Michael Brasher with special guest Darren Cordova this Saturday, June 20th at KANW 10:00am to noon for a meet and greet, 2020 Coal Ave, SE, ABQ.

FYI from Albuquerque Public Schools
06/19/2026

FYI from Albuquerque Public Schools

☀️ Families with questions about SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) should contact the Health Care Authority or New Mexico Public Education Department directly.

While APS is happy to help connect families with resources, the SUN Bucks program is administered by HCA and NMPED, not Albuquerque Public Schools. APS does not have access to information about eligibility, applications, benefit status or card distribution.

Learn more about the program:
https://web.ped.nm.gov/sun-bucks-program/
or https://www.hca.nm.gov/lookingforassistance/sun-bucks/

For assistance with SUN Bucks:
📞 1-800-283-4465

City Of Santa Rosa, NM
06/18/2026

City Of Santa Rosa, NM

The City of Santa Rosa will conduct mosquito control spraying operations to help reduce mosquito populations and protect public health. Residents are encouraged to take appropriate precautions during spraying operations, including remaining indoors when possible, closing windows and doors, and covering outdoor items that may be exposed to the fogging treatment. Thank you for your cooperation as we work to maintain a safe and healthy community. 

KANW dedications now until 9pm call 505-242-3456! KANW your place for New Mexico Music since 1973!! ❤️😀
06/18/2026

KANW dedications now until 9pm call 505-242-3456! KANW your place for New Mexico Music since 1973!! ❤️😀

KANW Thankful Thursday! KANW thank you to the New Mexico Music Artist and our loyal listeners and supporters the traditi...
06/18/2026

KANW Thankful Thursday! KANW thank you to the New Mexico Music Artist and our loyal listeners and supporters the tradition continues daily on KANW with the best in New Mexico Music!!

KANW has great Father’s Day gifts, pick up the Exitos Vol 5 Para Mi Padre CD With Jerry Dean & Christian Daniel Sanchez...
06/17/2026

KANW has great Father’s Day gifts, pick up the Exitos Vol 5 Para Mi Padre CD With Jerry Dean & Christian Daniel Sanchez,a Brenda Ortega, Eva Torrez, Los Garrapatas and more. Add a baseball cap, mug, 75th anniversary t-shirt and you are all set. The KANW store is open m-f 8am to 6pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm or online anytime at kanw.org

KANW Congratulates Six APS National Merit Scholars!
06/17/2026

KANW Congratulates Six APS National Merit Scholars!

Six APS students have been awarded National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities! 🥳 The awards provide between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institution financing the scholarship.

Congratulations to:
🌟 Dylan James Dencklau, Eldorado High
🌟 Ally Jones, La Cueva High
🌟 Nathan Lupinetti, La Cueva High
🌟 Rubaina Reza, La Cueva High
🌟 Philip Satterthwait, Eldorado High
🌟 Giles Yarrington, La Cueva High

🔗 Read more about the awards: https://www.aps.edu/news/news-from-2025-2026/six-aps-students-win-2026-college-sponsored-merit-scholarships

KANW dedications now until 9pm call 505-242-3456! KANW brings you the best in New Mexico Music daily!! ❤️ Thank you Duke...
06/17/2026

KANW dedications now until 9pm call 505-242-3456! KANW brings you the best in New Mexico Music daily!! ❤️ Thank you Dukecitypix Tony-Lopez for this stunning picture!

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2020 Coal Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM
87106

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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Business line: (505) 242-7163; Dedication Line: (505) 242-3456

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