WQLZ (92.7 FM) is a radio station broadcasting an active rock format, licensed to Taylorville, Illinois, United States. The station serves the Springfield, IL area and is currently owned by Long Nine, Inc.
History The station began broadcasting March 17, 1987, and aired a Christian format as WLUJ."History of Cornerstone Community Radio, Inc.", WLUJ. Retrieved October 28, 2018.Broadcasting & Cable Yearbook 1989, Broadcasting & Cable, 1989. p. B-96. Retrieved October 28, 2018. On August 10, 2001, the station's call sign was changed to WLGM. On February 12, 2002, the station's call sign was changed to WYVR. WYVR aired a modern rock format, branded "The River", "Springfield's Modern Rock".Broadcasting & Cable Yearbook 2002-2003, Broadcasting & Cable, 2002. p. D-144. Retrieved October 28, 2018. On February 17, 2007, the station's call sign was changed to WLCE, and the station adopted an adult album alternative format.Schoenberger, John. "Doing What She Loves", Radio & Records. June 29, 2007. p. 70. Retrieved October 28, 2018. The station was branded "Alice @ 97.7" "Springfield's Music Alternative".
On August 24, 2015, WLCE flipped to active rock, temporarily simulcasting 92.7 WQLZ in Taylorville, Illinois, as "Real Rock 97.7 QLZ", On September 4, WQLZ moved permanently to 97.7, and the station's call sign was changed to the current WQLZ.Venta, Lance. "US 92.7 Launch Completes Springfield Shakeup", Radio Insight. September 8, 2015. Retrieved October 28, 2018.
On June 2nd, 2025, WQLZ announced on their social media accounts the station will be returning to the 92.7 FM frequency on July 1, 2025. A callsign swap form was filed with the FCC with the WMAY-FM call letters moving to 97.7 FM.
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