KPEL (AM)

KPEL (AM) is a radio station broadcasting a news/talk format, licensed to Lafayette, Louisiana, United States. The station is owned by Townsquare Media. KPEL (AM) operates at 1420 kHz with a power of 5,000 watts during the day and 1,000 watts at night.

The station's programming primarily consists of syndicated talk radio programs, local news, and sports coverage. KPEL (AM) also provides weather updates and community event information for the Lafayette area. It serves as a local source for news and information, catering to the Lafayette and Acadiana region.

The call letters KPEL are believed to stand for "Keeping People Educated in Lafayette." The station has a long history of serving the Lafayette community, and is a significant voice in local news and opinion. The station also operates a sister FM station, KPEL-FM.