WJFK’s Online Stream Beats FM Signal in Latest Nielsen Ratings

The biggest development in yesterday’s Nielsen ratings was that 106.7 THE FAN (WJFK)‘s online stream officially overtook its FM broadcast—a milestone that underscores the accelerating shift in how audiences consume radio content.

According to data released for the ratings period spanning April 3 to April 30, THE FAN’s FM signal posted a modest gain, moving from a 1.0 to a 1.3 share. However, the real headline came from the station’s online stream, which surged from a 1.0 to a 1.6 share during the same timeframe — officially surpassing the traditional broadcast.

Though a 1.6 share may not seem seismic at first glance, the symbolism is hard to miss: listeners are embracing the convenience and flexibility of streaming — whether on smart speakers, apps, or the station’s website.