News/Talk 1540

News/Talk 1540 refers to KXEL, a prominent AM radio station based in Waterloo, Iowa. Operating on 1540 kHz, it is a 50,000-watt clear-channel station, allowing its signal to reach a wide area across the Midwest, especially at night. KXEL primarily features a news and talk format, airing syndicated programs from hosts like Sean Hannity and Glenn Beck, as well as providing local news and weather coverage. The station first began broadcasting in 1942 and is owned by NRG Media. Its clear-channel designation means it shares the frequency with other high-power stations, such as KEDA in San Antonio, Texas.