91.3 KBCS

91.3 KBCS is a listener-supported community radio service providing Puget Sound with essential music and news. The roots of KBCS took hold in the early ‘70s when a group of Bellevue College students set out to become broadcasters. After their initial request was declined, they held a President’s office sit-in protest. In February of ’73, KBCS went live with a tiny 10 watt transmitter. Gradually, KBCS evolved from a student radio club into a professionally managed public media organization.  In March of 2013 the station’s antenna was moved from the Bellevue College campus to the top of Cougar Mountain, greatly strengthening the station’s reach to the south and east. Over 100 volunteers, including hosts, producers, journalists deliver much of the music and news heard on the station.

To accomplish our mission, we produce and broadcast quality programming that supports more inclusive, interdependent communities. Operated as a public service by Bellevue College, KBCS trains and provides opportunities for community members to participate in all aspects of radio.