WYLL

WYLL
Broadcast areaChicago metropolitan area
Frequency1160 kHz
BrandingAM 1160 WYLL
Programming
LanguageEnglish
FormatChristian radio
NetworkSalem Radio Network
Ownership
Owner
WIND
History
First air date
October 13, 1924 (1924-10-13)
Former call signs
  • WJJD (1924–1997)
  • WSCR (1997–2000)
  • WXRT (2000–2001)
Technical information
Licensing authority
FCC
Facility ID28630
ClassB
Power50,000 watts
Transmitter coordinates
Links
Public license information
Webcast
Website1160hope.com

WYLL (1160 kHz) is a commercial radio station in Chicago, Illinois. It originated as WJJD and broadcast some pioneering shows. It is owned by Salem Media Group and airs a Christian radio format. The studios and offices are located in Elk Grove Village. Its daytime transmitter and two-tower array are located off Ballard Road near Interstate 294 in Des Plaines. The nighttime transmitter and six-tower array are off Deer Drive near Interstate 355 in Lockport.