WZRD 88.3 FM

WZRD 88.3 FM, also known as WZRD-FM (88.3 MHz), is a United States-based student-run FM radio station broadcasting from Chicago, Illinois, that is licensed by the FCC to Northeastern Illinois University. With a diverse range of music and programming, there’s something for everyone on this iconic station. WZRD first signed on the air in 1974 and operates with a freeform format, meaning DJs have broad freedom to play a wide range of music, talk, news, and public affairs programming without strict genre constraints. From classic hits to the latest releases, this radio station has got it covered. Known on air as “The Wizard,” WZRD serves the north side of Chicago and surrounding areas with diverse content, including Democracy Now! segments, interviews, weekday news, and live performances such as its long‑running Thursday Night Live show featuring local and touring bands.