Portland’s KXL & KOIN 6 Join Forces
• Connoisseur News-Talk KXL (FM News 101)/Portland, OR has entered into a news partnership with local Nexstar CBS affiliate KOIN 6 News, bringing together two established Portland news organizations to expand coverage of local news, weather and information across radio, television and digital platforms. The new partnership comes as KXL approaches its 100th anniversary on Dec. 13.
“Partnering with KOIN 6 News allows us to expand our commitment to delivering fast, accurate and essential news to the Pacific Northwest,” said Grant McHill, Program Director of KXL. “By combining KXL’s deep roots in local news radio with KOIN 6’s trusted reporting, we are building a stronger, more dynamic news ecosystem for Portland and beyond.”
“This partnership brings together two of Oregon and Washington’s most trusted newsrooms to deliver coverage across radio, television and digital platforms,” said Mark Handwerger, VP/Market Manager for Connoisseur Portland. “By combining FM News 101 KXL with KOIN-TV, we are expanding our reach to keep our community informed, connected and ahead of the story — whenever and wherever they consume news.”
“KOIN 6 is honored to align ourselves with an equally respected news provider on the radio spectrum, KXL,” said Tom Keeler, VP/GM of KOIN 6. “Together, KOIN 6 News and KXL will lead the market in delivering relevant news, information and weather forecasts to help you keep your family safe while better serving the community.”
