90.5 WESA 🇺🇸

90.5 WESA, broadcasting at 90.5 MHz FM, serves the Pittsburgh metropolitan area as a key provider of news, information, and cultural programming. Owned and operated by the Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting Corporation (PCBC), which also owns 91.3 WYEP, WESA is a non-profit public radio station. WESA's programming includes NPR core programs such as *Morning Edition*, *All Things Considered*, *Weekend Edition Saturday & Sunday*, and *Fresh Air* hosted by Terry Gross. It also airs PRI programs like *The World* and the BBC World Service overnight. Locally produced programs include *Essential Pittsburgh* and *The Confluence*, offering in-depth coverage of regional issues. WESA relies on listener donations, corporate sponsorships (underwriting), and grants for its funding, with listeners able to become members through regular donations.