KCAL-FM 96.7 Transitions to All-Music Format, Resulting in Staff Layoffs
KCAL-FM 96.7, a classic rock station based in Redlands, California, has announced a significant shift in its programming strategy by transitioning to an all-music format. This change, effective August 1, 2026, has led to the layoff of the station's entire on-air staff. The station, which has been a staple in the Inland Empire since 1965, will now operate under the slogan 'All Music, All the Time.' The decision was confirmed by several former hosts, including John DeSantis and Daryl Norsell, who expressed their gratitude for their time at the station and acknowledged the abrupt nature of the change. The move aims to provide a more focused and consistent listening experience, with fewer interruptions and a broader appeal to both audiences and advertisers. 
