Larry Wert has said he has not decided on naming a successor to DeCastro, so for now the sales and programming operations will report directly to Wert. Elliott Jenkins, left, and Thorne Donnelly, right, are the original owners of WDAP, the predecessor to WGN radio. WGN radio personality Wally Phillips hosts Mayor Harold Washington on Phillips' telephone call-in show fielding a wide range of questions from listeners in November 1983. #44 of 164. WGWG-LP began an interim simulcast of WGN radio at 10 p.m. on December 31, 2014. Will definitely tune into their show. [65], Tribune Media was acquired by Nexstar Media Group for $4.1 billion in September 2019, marking the first time since 1924 that WGN radio would not be owned by any iteration of the Tribune Company. Theyre firing the WRONG people! Elliott Jenkins, left, and Thorne Donnelly, right, are the original owners of WDAP, the predecessor to WGN radio. WGN Morning News (TV Series 1994- ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Will she be dragged along as well? This is not at all a GOOD thing. Movies. Her vibrant personality and warmth, understanding of the city and an ability to authentically connect on a personal level with listeners makes her a natural fit for afternoon drive on WGN as we embark on our 100th year of being the voice of Chicagoland.. Out effective immediately is afternoon personality Roe Conn, whose contract runs through the end of the year. Orion Samuelson had been the station's farm reporter since 1960, he retired in 2020. Since then, WGN Radio has been an integral part of the conversation and culture in Chicago, broadcasting news, sports, entertainment and major events across the Midwest with 50,000 watts of power. Digilio, an inductee in the WGN Radio Walk of Fame who recently marked his 35th year at the station, moved up to full-time host in 2013. And were doing well without them.. [56][needs update] In October 2012, then back into Tribune Tower in October 2012. WGN Radio AM 720 United States employs 59 employees. Local hosts on WGN include morning host Bob Sirott along with John Williams, Lisa Dent, John Records Landecker, Rollye James and Dave Plier. I sure dont want to listen to theMrs if the Mister is dry as clay. Im so disappointed with WGN. Sounds like a typical Cheryl brown comment complete with incorrect misspelled words. 6 to 10 a.m. Bob Sirott Couldnt stand the way he interrupted his guests. The station aired middle of the road (MOR) music until the 1970s, when its switched to more of an adult contemporary-type sound. In 1934, WGN became a founding member of the Mutual Broadcasting System. Clarence Dittman, and WGN radio announcer Jack Brickhouse broadcast from the Chicago airport tarmac in 1942. Looking to see where they will end up. We can't tell you how much we appreciate you being there with us, and letting us be honest and real and have fun. He was annoying and loud. On April 30, 2008, the station entered into a three-year deal to broadcast Chicago Blackhawks hockey games through the 20102011 season. Fabian, who tried to hire Sirott at least six times over the years to work at WGN Radio, said the versatile Chicago air personality is the rightful heir to the morning chair. Anchor and reporter for WGN Radio, where I host "The Opening Bell" business hour from 5-6am weekdays and then anchor . I wasnt crazy about Steve, always interrupting, having the last say, me,me,me. I agree with you completely AND your mother! Over many decades, WGN was a "full service" radio station. Given Cochran had a solid track record and WGN ranked third in mornings, replacing him with Sirott doesnt make sense. 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(Phil Greer / Chicago Tribune). He told Robert Feder "I've done everything I can to respect and build on the legacy of this amazing place, and I believe I accomplished everything I set out to do." Samuelson: It . Glad Cochran is goneso self aggrandizing and self centered the world did NOT center on him and his opinions!! The reason I bring this up is that on Wednesday news talk station WGN-AM 720 fired its midmorning team of Bill Leff and Wendy Snyder, and I want to give them a chance to address their audience one . 2 to 6 p.m. Lisa Dent and Steve Bertrand WGN (AM) is broadcast in five states, Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan. Cochran becomes the highest-rated host to be canned in Chicago radio in years; in 2007, Howard McGee was released from WGCI despite finishing first in adults 18-34 in morning drive and was replaced by Steve Harveys syndicated morning show (McGee has since returned to Chicago radio in a weekend/fill-in role at WVAZ-FM, WGCIs sister station.). This afternoon news-oriented program led by Steve is a welcome addition to our WGN Radio weekday lineup.. The city's first disc jockey was Halloween Martin, whose show, Musical Clock, was a morning staple on various stations from 1929 to 1946. WGN serves as the flagship radio outlet for Chicago Blackhawks hockey and Northwestern University football and men's basketball. And to WGN and Sirott in particular. I would listen with my dad. I listen to Nick D now and then. I am 78 and now done with WGN. [11] WTAS was deleted,[12] and the other two stations were merged with a dual call letter assignment of WGN-WLIB, although the latter call sign would be rarely if ever used. Weekend hosts Jerry Agar and the "News Junkie" Sean Wasson left the station, in a shift towards more general and less controversial talk programming. Cochran has also been employed at the former WPNT and WLUP-AM. [44], On April 1, 2007, Chicago-based real estate investor Sam Zell announced plans to purchase the Tribune Company in an $8.2-billion leveraged buyout that gave Tribune employees stock and effective ownership of the company. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2021 T Dog Media, Inc.. All rights reserved. Bring back Cochran and Wendy. WGN Radio personality Bob Sirott sat down with Samuelson for a trip down memory lane. You can find Bill and Wendy on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Music programming was phased out during the 1980s, and by 1990, the station's lineup mainly consisted of talk shows. His last day at WGN Radio was October 31. I will give Sirott a chance but Not with His wife. [68] On September 1, 2020, WGN Radio dropped ABC News Radio in favor of being an "audio news hub" for the co-owned NewsNation TV channel. So I wonder if WGN felt burned by Pete leaving them back then and thats why WGN wont offer Pete a full time gig? In March 2009, longtime Chicago radio host Garry Meier was given an audition for the 1-4 p.m. slot. Out effective immediately is afternoon personality Roe Conn, whose contract runs through the end of the year. . As analyst Rich Greenfield would say, Good Luck Radio. In black-appeal radio, the disc jockey role was pioneered both locally and nationally by Jack L. Cooper, who began playing . Flying Officer Baldy was killed in a helicopter crash, while on duty, on May 2, 1960. . Monday through Friday, it carries Rich Valds, America at Night from Westwood One during late night hours. Despite his firing, Cochran is still under contract through 2020. Wgn has been part of my life since I was a child. WGN was best known for the Chicago Cubs, great hosts like Wally Phillips, Bob Collins, Paul Harvey and many more.. I can remember being 10 years old and thinking how boring. I thought of my Dad often as I tuned in every morning. I listen every morning while driving to work from 5:30 to 7am and had to change to a another station as his comments did NOT Make my day as a Customer Service Manager. WGN Radio is commemorating its anniversary with a TV documentary airing at 7 p.m. Thursday on sister station WGN-Ch. Happy Bob is back and working solo. Im done. Cochrans demise started 3 years ago with Trumps election and his own self centered beliefs, really believed his own BS. The studios were moved to the Drake Hotel the following July. While residing in TX 09/2015 DeCastro fired Bob and Marianne. The final show was largely a retrospective of the program's 20 years on WGN radio; this occurred shortly after the replacement of much of the station's weekend lineup. [59] On May 21, WGN Radio announced that their schedule would change again effective May 27, 2014, which includes the return of John Williams to the airwaves of WGN Radio that he will pretty much do the show live from Minneapolis, while still doing his afternoon show on WCCO 830. Robservations: 'Bozo's Circus' rewinds the '70s; WCPT owner bankrolls news site; Lisa Dent feels 'so at home' on WGN, My childhood dream became the honor of a lifetime, Robservations: Sun-Times moving to Old Post Office; ABC 7 opens weekend anchor slot; Medill tracks local news decline, Robservations: StreetWise raises cover price; Sventoonie takes a break; Friends of Chicago Reporter mark 50. Your email address will not be published. In the latest Nielsen Audio survey, WGN tied for 21st place in afternoons with a 2.0 percent share and cumulative weekly audience of 124,300. Also starting September 28, longtime WGN Radio news anchor Steve Bertrand will host Chicagos Afternoon News from 4 to 7 p.m. Its being billed as a daily newsmagazine show. Harvey's news and commentary shows were carried nationally by ABC Radio, although he was based in Chicago and the programs aired locally on WGN. Steve Bertrand will host "Chicago's Afternoon . Those plaques have since been distributed to families of the honorees, winding up in closets and gardens across the city. Its not a talk station, in my opinion, and people who listen to that station in the morning probably want to listen to MUSIC. Over-the-air radio industry revenue peaked at about $18 billion in 2006, but it fell precipitously during the Great Recession and has never really recovered. Just because someone new comes in doesnt mean they have to change things. 1. block or enclose with a wall of bricks. I enjoyed his wit and his humor. On May 22, 2009, WGN announced the cancellation of The Kathy and Judy Show effective after that day's broadcast. He always interrupted people. Whatever happens to newspapers and magazines Im sorry to say it, but I think radio is next on the list. WDAP was originally located at the Wrigley Building. Lets work together on policies to protect them. Theres a valid reason he was kept in a room by himselfno one else could fit with him AND his ego. WGN (720 AM) is a commercial radio station in Chicago, Illinois, featuring a talk radio format. Radio Ink. The Rockford native was inducted in the Country Radio Hall of Fame in 2016. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Many people do not get along well with the boss, especially initially lots of changes with new owners and thus new Management. What the hell is wrong with WGN? Michael Harrison, publisher of Talkers magazine, a radio trade publication, called WGN a national treasure among radio stations for embracing its heritage, something most other legacy radio stations have long since abandoned. The new WGN Radio owners, Nexstar, are a Dallas-based TV station group that purchased Tribune Media, the former broadcast parent of Tribune Publishing, for $4.1 billion in 2019. Fabian, who hired morning drive successors Collins and ODell, said the key to success at WGN was not necessarily a big voice. Sadly, this new management doesnt like duos so Bill and Wendy will not be back, nor any other pairings. Wallace M Rogerson conducted the Keep Fit to Music programme. Article; Talk; English. Ill never listen to either one. The early afternoon show hosted by Anna Davlantes will expand to three hours from 1 to 4 p.m. Management did not comment on the other personnel moves. Anna Davlantes impeccable resume includes decades of award-winning investigative reporting," Sandberg Boyle said. The original WGN began operating on the evening of March 29, 1924, after the newspaper took over programming of the former WJAZ. Its kind of in short supply, especially these days.. A pair of black tights are a necessity, rather than just an accessory, to stay stylish and comfortable when temperatures drop. If you've ever wondered what your favorite radio personalities look like, scroll down or check out the slideshow. And its a very difficult thing to do in 2022.. I looked forward to good things. The Steve Cochran Show, Weekdays 6 a.m. - 10 a.m. 2. Now it is loosing me as a listener. Get bill and Wendy back and 6-12 noon will be great! Powered by WordPress & Designed by Bizberg Themes, WGN Radio shocker: Cochran out, Sirott in. Shortly after Nexstar took control of WGN, the station began to broadcast national NFL play-by-play on Sunday afternoons from Compass Media Networks. It had to be somebody who was in the moment and who got the fact of what we were doing, Fabian said. These staffing changes were made over the course of months after Sean Compton began to oversee radio operations as Nexstar's Executive Vice President of WGN America, WGN Radio & Director of Content Acquisition. On April 5, 1948, WGN-TV Channel 9 signed on the air. (Chicago Tribune historical photo). Unless the make so extreme changes to the new line up. [66] The sale made WGN the only radio property owned by Nexstar, which primarily owns television stations;[66] in an interview with Crain's Chicago Business in December 2018, shortly after the deal was announced, Nexstar CEO Perry Sook stated that he "doesnt have an allergic reaction to radio" and that there were no immediate plans to sell WGN radio, adding that he did not expect Nexstar to acquire additional radio stations.[67]. During daytime hours, near-perfect ground conductivity gives WGN at least secondary coverage to almost two-thirds of Illinois (as far south as Springfield) as well as large slices of Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan and Iowa. This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Steve made me think and laugh, while stuck in traffic on the Kennedy each morning. On August 13, 2010, the station's branding changed again to "News 720 WGN." Bill Leff took over the midnight to 5:30a.m. slot on December 12. On November 20, 2014, Chicago media blogger Robert Feder reported that WGN management planned to end operation of both WGWG-LP and internet station WGN.FM on December 31, 2014. On December 2, 2011, WGN announced that Jonathon Brandmeier was named the new morning drive time host, effective December 9. Early programming was noted for its creativity and innovation. Like you said the ratings were great. He and his team were terrific morning entertainers. (By the way, STILL waiting for the promised Lou Malnattis $25 coupon-I won from WGN years ago)-Obviously, WGN doesnt care at all that their words & deeds are aligned. Reports surfaced Cochran had personality conflicts with WGN boss Sean Compton, who was appointed the station's GM shortly after Nexstar took over the legendary AM station as part of the company's $4.1 billion takeover of Tribune Media, WGN's former owner. Dent has been filling in on various shifts at WGN since January. . Did the Blackhawks get enough for Patrick Kane? WGN Radio missed out on calling the Cubs 2016 World Series victory after 90 years of futility. Radio Hall of Famer John Records Landecker, who's been a frequent fill-in host, just signed on as a full-timer. Column: No one is in custody is an unfortunately overused phrase that should be banished, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. One major issue was Cochran not coming to work on time and starting late for his show. [54] In June 2010, WGN announced the hiring of longtime Cincinnati-based host Mike McConnell from WLW for the late morning (8:30a.m.-12:30p.m.) slot, shifting Williams back to his original midday time slot (now from 12:30-3:00p.m.) on August 9, 2010. Clarence Dittman, and WGN radio announcer Jack Brickhouse broadcast from the Chicago airport tarmac in 1942. Jonathan Brandmeier and Garry Meier were released and their programs canceled immediately, with repeat shows airing through the end of December. In 1946, the Tribune Company applied to the FCC for a construction permit to build a television station. Jerald McNair: We dont want to incarcerate youth. Weigel Broadcasting subsequently leased the low-power TV signal at 87.7 FM and turned it into a top-10 Chicago radio station with its MeTV FM oldies format. [10], By the fall of 1928, the owners of the Tribune company and its sister publication, Liberty magazine, controlled two stations in addition to WGN in the Chicago area: WLIB and WTAS. Now, Steve Cochrane? Urbana-Champaign/Chicago Media Personality/WLS Host & Podcaster/Former WGN Radio/TV Host, News Anchor, Reporter. But in recent years, it has added some nationally syndicated talk shows at night. : Brink, Scotty -Former midday personality at WRLL-AM Chicago. The Nexstar Media news/talk station announced the move Thursday as part of a new weekday lineup starting January 3. B96 - WBBM 96.3 FM . WGN Radio host Judy Markey poses with her plaque as WGN Radio honors 10 inaugural walk of fame inductees to celebrate the station's 90th year on June 27, 2014. On December 31, 2014, the WGN.FM website was redirected to the WGN Plus website, where Tribune offers various digital media content. On June 15, 2009, the station announced that Greg Jarrett would become its new morning-drive host starting on June 22, with John Williams being shifted to Kathy and Judy's former late morning timeslot. posted on November 18, 2021 at 8:25 am by Robert Feder. A lot of companies, they have heritage stations, but they dont necessarily put a lot of value on that history, Harrison said. But lets have sensible, sane conversations, have some fun along the way. Jenkins and Donnelly are at their transmitter in the Wrigley Building in 1922. Absolutely agree about Hochberg. That is a SIN. Similarly, new radio jingles from JAM Creative Productions and sister company PAMS of Dallas were introduced to the station. they could record and edit farewell messages before airing them. And definitely not his wife. The only personalities to make the format transition were Don Wade and Roma. The split was completed on August 4, 2014, ending the Tribune's joint ownership with WGN-TV and WGN Radio after 66 and 94 years, respectively. Totally agree with you about missing Nick. I wish them well and perhaps they are better off not working for WGN EVER AGAIN!! Dont need the negativity heading into work. Steve was open and honest, refreshing and absolutely transparent. Morning drive host and longtime Chicago on-air personality Bob Sirott at the WGN-AM 720 studio on May 17, 2022. At the time of his leaving he had spent 3.mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}12 years serving as the President and General Manager of WGN Radio. Recently Robin Robinson ended a great run at Fox 32 . And then replace him with the also-was used to be Sirrot? WGN 720-AM, the Nexstar Media Group news/talk station, chose the Friday night of a three-day holiday weekend to drop the bombshell that it's overhauling its weekday afternoon and evening lineup. Chicago media message boards exploded with traffic and posts, many excited over a possible permanent Meier presence on the station. Here's WGN's weekday lineup, starting January 3: 4 to 6 a.m. WGN-TV simulcast The way WGN fired both Nick and Steve was a travesty. [24][25] For most of its broadcasts on the new band, WGNB was located at 98.7MHz. So it's a betrayal of the listeners when management severs those connections without notice. Metheny and Laski were both fired weeks after Michaels was forced to resign by a Tribune Board of Directors facing spiraling losses at the hands of Michaels' management style. Someone doesnt know their audience. But the station is hewing closer to its radio roots these days under Mary Sandberg Boyle, 46, a veteran radio producer and executive who became the first female GM at WGN Radio in 2019. Miss their show. : Station Deletions", "Col. Robert McCormick Dies; WGN-AM-TV Among Holdings", "McCormick Will Names Five To Head 'Tribune,' Stations", "Patrolman Leonard F. 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In 2012, John Williams announced his departure from the station upon the December 31 expiration of his contract (leaving on December 21, 2012), in order to concentrate exclusively on his program on WCCO in Minneapolis instead of splitting time between stations. WGN had a long association with the MLB Chicago Cubs from 1925 to 2014, the last 56 years of that period as the exclusive flagship station. You can find Bill and Wendy on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. "Few rival Annas commitment to serving the public in anticipating, exposing and breaking important stories. Sirott said he is happy to fill the coveted morning drive seat at WGN Radio, despite not being an early riser at heart. But the golden voice came on the air at 11pm. Because CBS, NBC and ABC had their own network stations in Chicago, WGN-TV became an independent television station, responsible for most of its own programming or airing old movies and syndicated TV shows. Good that Bob Sirott is back yes he is more laid back than Steve Cochran but Bob will be respectful to the listeners that call in. With the format switch to talk, WLS had joined several other stations in Chicago doing the same format, including WGN-AM (720), WLUP-AM (1000), WVON-AM (1450) and WJJD-AM (1160), home of former WLS program director Clark Weber. WGN still conducts itself as if it were the Voice of Chicago, as if it were the station of record. Now I can listen to the station again [8][1] The WGN call sign had been assigned to a Great Lakes vessel, SS Carl D. Bradley. Always patting himself on His back! 32 news at 9 p.m. A Chicago native, Sirott launched his media career in the 1970s as a rock jock at WBBM-FM 96.3 and WLS-AM 890. For many Chicagoans, the history of WGN Radio runs much deeper than a commemorative 12-ounce can of beer. The station also streams its programming on its website and supplies podcasts as well. He got what he deserved! Compton worked for Clear Channel Radio under Randy . Not much different than the next. where his students included WLS-Ch. The station played small amounts of music during the mornings and afternoon hours, moderate amounts of music on weekends during the day, aired midday and evening talk shows, and sports among other features. Veteran Chicago News Anchor Bill Kurtis was replaced in his role as voiceover talent by New York based voiceover artist Steve Kamer. I am tired of John Williams, and the repeative commercials. The man is a stone-cold pro broadcaster who understands the game and loves the Cubs, Fabian said. The transaction and concurring privatization of the company was completed upon termination of Tribune stock at the close of trading on December 20, 2007. [9] In 1926, WGN broadcast Sam & Henry, a daily serial with comic elements created and performed by Freeman Gosden and Charles Correll. WGN is a clear channel, Class A station, broadcasting at the maximum power of 50,000 watts, and using a non-directional antenna. Watch Live. Liked Sirott, but been there, done that. When the White Sox games are on, I go to 820 (dont know the call letters). Column: No one is in custody is an unfortunately overused phrase that should be banished, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Adam Carolla (; born May 27, 1964) is an American comedian, radio personality, television host, actor, podcaster, and director. . On July 25, 2017, it was reported that WGN would leave Tribune Tower in 2018 and relocate to a new studio and office across the Chicago River. It aired its first baseball game in 1924 a crosstown matchup between the Cubs and Sox and carried the Cubs for 90 years until losing the broadcast rights in 2014. 7 traffic and transportation anchor Roz Varon and former WGN-AM news anchor and current "Garry Meier . And yesthe ever present I am right and you are wrong my way or nothing, THE last wordALWAYSand the continuous bashing of the current administrationWAY TOO POLITICAL for a morning drive personality During the music days, it was . I look forward to see what Bob brings to the table, WITHOUT his wife. With the 2020 season, WMVP 1000 AM became the White Sox flagship radio outlet. It ended later that year when she left the station for an acting career in Hollywood. joel king actor obituary Curtiu o contedo? show. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. The city's first disc jockey was Halloween Martin, whose show, Musical Clock, was a morning staple on various stations from 1929 to 1946. I guess after Bob Collins no one could measure up. 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