WKYS-FM (Silver Spring, MD)

WKYS (93.9 FM) is a radio station in the United States that plays urban contemporary music. It serves the larger Washington, D.C. area. The station's transmitter shares a tower with WRC-TV, a nod to its previous ownership by NBC. WKYS operates on a class B signal, delivering an effective radiated power of 24,500 watts (24.5 kW) on the 93.9 MHz frequency. The station's official city of license is Washington, D.C., and it is owned by Radio One. WKYS is also co-owned with other stations such as WMMJ, WOL, WPRS-FM, and WYCB, with its studios based in Silver Spring, Maryland.

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The Late Ken Flores, Chico Bean, Daphnique Springs & More Are Hilarious In The Trailer For Hartbeat’s New Stand-Up Series Features ‘LOL Live’

2 days ago | kysdc.com | Davonta Herring

We all love to laugh right? Well today (June 3rd), Hartbeat, the global entertainment company founded by Kevin Hart, has announced an all-new stand-up series, LOL Live. The series will showcase a lineup of all-star comedians, with the first two specials premiering on Friday, June 6th, only on Hulu.
Cory Booker Responds To Ridiculous MAGA Republicans Accusations of Doing A “Nazi Salute”

4 days ago | kysdc.com | Tron Snow

Cory Booker is shutting down claims he was out here throwing up a Nazi salute. MAGA Republicans and Elon Musk are losing their sh*t and doing their best to compare a moment where Cory Booker put his hand on his heart and waved goodbye to the crowd at the Democratic National Convention in California to when Musk clearly did a Nazi salute. Through a spokesperson, Booker shut down those ridiculous claims. “Cory Booker was obviously just waving to the crowd.
Every NBA Team’s Total Tax Paid Since 2012 And How Many Championships Came From It

5 days ago | kysdc.com | Nick Cottongim

The NBA luxury tax is a financial tool designed to maintain competitive balance among teams, punishing franchises that exceed set payroll thresholds. While some teams have used the tax as a pathway to glory, others have spent heavily without results, and a select few have tried to succeed while avoiding it entirely. Over the last decade, the luxury tax’s influence on the league’s landscape has been undeniable.
B-Side Bangers: Mariah Carey

1 week ago | kysdc.com | Keenan Higgins

Get into any heated music debate, and the first thing a true fan will do is pull out the deep cuts to defend their favorite hitmaker. Sure, the singles and Billboard #1’s will do the trick, but if you really want to win an argument while also gaining some brownie points it’s all about coming through with the b-sides.
Nicci Gilbert Ordered To Pay $170K In Ongoing ‘P-Valley’ Lawsuit

1 week ago | kysdc.com | Danielle Jennings

The battle between Nicci Gilbert and Hollywood studio Lionsgate has been going on for years, as the Brownstone singer continues to allege that the hit Starz series P-Valley is a ripoff of her past production, Soul Kittens Cabaret. Now, in the latest development, Gilbert has been ordered to pay Lionsgate, which distributes Starz, $170,000 for the studio’s legal fees.
It’s Been A While: Clipse Announces First Album In Over 15 Years, ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ + Release Date + Album Cover Art

1 week ago | kysdc.com | Davonta Herring

Today (May 29th), legendary rap group Clipse announced their highly-anticipated fourth studio album – and first new project as a duo in over fifteen years, Let God Sort Em Out. It will be released on July 11th. The announcement, long-awaited by Clipse’s legions of diehard fans, is heralded by the new single ‘Ace Trumpets,’ set for release to all streaming platforms at 12am ET tonight.
See Y’all In The Streets: Uncle Waffles Announces The First Stops Of Her Headlining World Tour With A Super Entertaining Instagram Video

1 week ago | kysdc.com | Davonta Herring

Global sensation and multi-platinum DJ-producer Uncle Waffles is back and bigger than ever! The crowd favorite has officially launched her electrifying headlining world tour, “We Love Waffles.” The tour kicks off this month beginning with enormous shows in London and Birmingham. The London show promises an unforgettable night with a star-studded lineup, including performances by Odeal, MOLIY, Felo Le Tee and Havai B.
Diddy Allegedly Aimed To "Kill" Kid Cudi Per New Trial Testimony

1 week ago | kysdc.com | Christopher Smith

More information about the animosity directed at Kid Cudi by Diddy was revealed during his racketeering trial on Tuesday (May 27), during testimony by the mogul’s former assistant. Capricorn Clark was on the witness stand, stating that on the morning of Dec. 22, 2011, she went to the door of her apartment in Los Angeles, California, after hearing someone banging on it loudly. Clark opened it to find Diddy there, agitated and holding a gun. “Why didn’t you tell me?
Tesla Sales In Europe Plunge By Nearly 50 Percent, X Says Elon Musk Is In The “F*** Around & Find Out” Stage

1 week ago | kysdc.com | Bernard Beanz Smalls

Going Dark MAGA and meddling with global politics isn’t good for business. Elon Musk can attest to that, as Tesla sales continue to slump not just in the United States, but also in Europe. Spotted on The Verge, Tesla as a company is taking a tremendous hit in the European car sales market, and Elon Musk can look no further than himself as the reason.
EA Cancels ‘Black Panther’ Game, Shutters Cliffhanger Games Studio, Gamers React

1 week ago | kysdc.com | Bernard Beanz Smalls

That Black Panther standalone we were all excited for is no longer happening. IGN broke the news that EA has taken away Cliffhanger Games’ heart-shaped herb and has cancelled one of the games Marvel fans have been eagerly anticipating since it was first announced back in July 2023.