About


1590 WAKR is part of one of the most advanced radio broadcast facility in Northeast Ohio. Our broadcasts are produced by one of Ohio's largest radio news operations using state-of-the art equipment.

We're located at 1795 West Market Street, Akron just two doors down from Akron's famous West Point Market.

Our phone number is (330) 869-9800. Our studio line is (330) 370-1590.
Reach our newsroom direct with tips (330) 864-6397.

Upcoming Concerts & Events

  28 Jul 2023  08:00PM  
Donny Osmond @ MGM Northfield Park
  03 Aug 2023  07:30PM  
Diana Krall @ MGM Northfield Park
  05 Aug 2023  07:00PM  
Billy Joel & Stevie Nicks @ Ohio Stadium
  06 Aug 2023  07:30PM  
Happy Together Tour @ MGM Northfield Park
  26 Aug 2023  08:00PM  
Don Felder @ MGM Northfield Park
  09 Sep 2023  08:00PM  
Air Supply @ MGM Northfield Park - Center Stage
  14 Dec 2023  08:00PM  
Straight No Chaser @ Akron Civic Theatre

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