Cumulus Media announced that WLS afternoon drive host John Howell will add an hour of broadcast time for “The John Howell Show.”
Howell has been on the Chicago radio scene for more than three decades. He previously hosted morning drive on WLS from 2014-2018. Over the course of his career, Howell has had experience hosting a nationally-syndicated show for Westwood One from 1998-2006.
“For 97 years, The Big 89 has been a source of information and entertainment for our Chicagoland audience,” said Stephanie Tichenor, 890 WLS-AM program director. “And in 2021, 890 WLS-AM is serving up more local programming weekdays for our listeners, with more John Howell who will start an hour earlier at 4pm weekdays. Howell’s ability to break down the news of the day while engaging our listeners with his no-nonsense style is what makes his show an audio afternoon delight. We are thrilled to have more Big John in 2021!”
“With the new year, new administration, new vaccine and new lineup comes new opportunities,” Howell said. “I’m happy to have the additional time to serve our listeners and clients. In the age of COVID, it’s best to keep moving.”
Howell’s show on WLS will air from 4-7 p.m. central time Monday through Friday.
