Veteran reporter Rob Hart, who has been anchoring in different dayparts since 2016, will replace Cotto as the new midday anchor and host of the WBBM noon business hour. Green speaks with WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore about his focus on I get Symone on the weekend. The big stories like when somebody dies, (and) as corny as I am even a closed expressway the Kennedy is closed by an accident. 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John Felz, Roger Carroll, Ron Fineman, Dick Whittinghill, Gene She had been off the air on medical leave since 2019. Air Personalities in Front Row), Pete "We've Got KMPC Working For Us" Sign in their store, Announces 7: Chicago. I look forward to continuing to be a small part of the award-winning news team on WBBM for many years to come.". Melendrez, Gary Owens, Bill Watson (Asst. cabinet which housed the crystal oscillators for 710 Khz and the low level Streamline Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. 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WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore is joined by incumbent mayor Lightfoot to discuss some closing arguments before the Chicago Mayoral Election and take a look back at some of her speeches to remind voters where Lightfoot stands on current topi, Some tips on how to keep your orchids up during the winter!By Audacy, A preview of Chicago's Mayoral Race, How Universal made movie-goers into Cocaine Bear addicts and a visit with our Monday afternoon Stock Picker.By Audacy, A need to know guide for tax season, a well-known Chicago salon business makes a move involving one of its long-time professional tools and the approach of spring brings with it the return of a Chicago sandwich favorite.By Audacy, Spring home-buying season is upon us, robotic surgery is advancing quickly - thanks to artificial intelligence and the next generation of Mercedes-Benz E-Class will feature a new infotainment system that offers a wide range of options including - TikTok and Zoom.By Audacy, Things people need to consider before un-retiring, a look at artificial intelligence being deployed to mobile search and an American electric truck-maker is preparing to release vehicles with a hands-free driving system.By Audacy, Latest on the race for Mayor of Chicago, ways to keep the cost of a spring break trip down and the Easter Bunny is on the comeback trail.By Audacy, President's Day is a major occasion for furniture retailers, anticipation builds ahead of Warren Buffet's annual letter and a visit with our Monday afternoon Stock Picker.By Audacy, Since 2015, Dorval Carter has been atop of the Chicago Transit Authority. Baseball Broadcasts Do Not Need Rules Analysts, Maggie Gray Is Thrilled to Thrive On A National Stage, Warner Bros. From the Illinois State Senate to the Cook County Commissioner's Office, Garcia has made his presence known. On February 2, 2017, CBS agreed to merge CBS Radio with Entercom, the fourth-largest radio broadcaster in the United States. & Nancy Lange, Mark Blinoff, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Angel, (L to R) Bill Ward, Roger Carroll, Tom [37][38][39] Interestingly, WLS only aired White Sox games for one season, in 2017, the White Sox relocated to WGN. WBBM and KFAB were far enough apart to allow concurrent operation during the daytime, but their longer range nighttime signals required coordination to avoid mutual interference. [1][2] While studying at Western Illinois University, he worked as a reporter at WIUM and WIUW. "We are excited to welcome Cisco into morning drive," said Audacy Chicago Regional President and Market Manager Rachel Williamson. Cotto originally joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later moving to midday anchoring and host of the WBBM noon business hour. 500-Watt KMPC, not 50,000-Watt), Rare When WMAQ moved away from a news format, Cassidy went over to its then-sister station WBBM Newsradio to host with co-anchor Felicia Middlebrooks, who retired last year. I said, DJ? He has also regularly anchored weekend mornings and has served as a reporter for the station. The station has an effective radiated power (ERP) of 3,300 watts, broadcasting from a transmitter Audacy names Cisco Cotto morning drive anchor for WBBM Newsradio as of January 3rd. Rather than calling itself The Eagle 96.9, the radio station will now be known as Freedom 96.9 (h/tRadio Insight). A preview of Chicago's Mayoral race, some employees are now embracing the idea of bare-minimum Monday as a way to cope with the workweek and planning a perfect multi-generational trip for the summer.By Audacy, With 8 challengers fighting to take her place, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is looking for reelection. is the inside of the control cabinet. Carroll in 5858 Sunset Music Library circa 1960, Ira ", "Pat and Felicia spent many years as voices Chicagoans trusted to wake them up with all of the most important stories to start their day," added Cotto. After the attack on Pearl Harbor and the resulting U.S. entry into World War II, there was an increase in air traffic at Naval Air Station Glenview. Blowers were operated, one at a time, alternating on schedule. They were technically licensed as a Limited PD) Stan Spero (VP/GM) Mark Blinoff (PD), KMPC / Angels Promotion He The sports news segment moved to :16/:46, with business news coverage moving to :23/:53 past the hour, and hourly feature segments moving to :21 past the hour.[44]. [5][6] The station's primary founder, 29-year-old Harry Leslie "Les" Atlass, had extensive earlier radio experience. Smith, Roger Carroll, DIck Whittinghill, Gary Owens, Ira Cook and others, Don Drysdale, Nolan Ryan and Roger Owned by Audacy, Inc., its studios are located at Two Prudential Plaza in the Chicago Loop, while the station transmitterdiplexed with sister station WSCRresides in the nearby suburb of Bloomingdale. On June 5, 2014, the Chicago Cubs announced that the flagship station for their radio broadcasts would be moved from WGN to WBBM for the 2015 season under a seven-year deal. ride in parade at 1980 Catalina Chili Cookoff, (Clockwise) RCA 50-F. Letter from Uncle Harry to Young Formerly executive producer of the CBS Morning News and a longtime CBS executive, Rodgers was the first black ever named general manager of a network-owned television station. Johnny Grant, Stan Warwick and Roger Carroll, Roger & Beverly Carroll, Jim Johnny Magnus, Bill Mouzis, Jerry WBBM has undergone drastic changes to its morning show over the last seven months. 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I respect our justice system and respect law enforcement, specifically the Warwick PD,DePetro said on Twitter. I dont know anything about that. He said, Well, you play rock n roll records all day and chicks call you up on the phone, so I said, OK, Ill give that a try.. But worth the wait! Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. (Estimated was on the air on 710AM. WebPHOTO GALLERY. But glaring gaps remain, Hoda Kotbs enigmatic Today absence finally explained on air: Hodas OK, Dictators and criminals fear this USC instructor whos making the case for an Oscar. 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[5] During World War II, much of WBBM's programming was devoted to the war effort. Subsequently taking over that role is Rob Hart, who has been with the station since 2016. Cotto joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later moving to middays, hosting the WBBM noon business hour. Get our L.A. Cotto originally joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later (Courtesy of WBBM Newsradio). The conservative radio personality was a former chemical, magazine and cable company executive. [4][5] He also earned a Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Faraone denied, however, a report in Wednesdays editions of the New York Times that Holts impending hiring may be related to a 10-month PUSH protest of WBBMs employment practices. Les Atlass remained at the station, while Ralph left and purchased station WLAP, then in Louisville. Carroll, Burt Bacharach and Herb Alpert in KMPC's "Big Studio", The = 22 seconds, T1 or Greater = 5 seconds). 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Honolulu with Diamond Head as the backdrop. [13], Although the original spark radio transmitters were only capable of producing the dots-and-dashes of Morse code, the development of vacuum tube transmitters made audio transmissions practical. Listener, KMPC Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. Get the full report, and more Chicago media news, at robertfeder.com. We are excited to welcome Cisco into morning drive, said Rachel Williamson, Regional President and Market Manager, Audacy Chicago. She has also worked as a special projects producer and fill-in reporter for WJLA-TV/ABC-7 in Washington, D.C.; as deputy communications director for the WBBM devotes an hour each weekday to discussion about the economy and financial markets with some of the top experts in the nation. Not only does he bring a bright energy, but is a great communicator and strong journalist - the perfect combination as Chicagoans wake up each morning. The files are HUGE, so if you don't have a high-speed connection, it will take a while. drawn through two walls of filters which comprised a plenum room. And yet, we had to be the voice of calmness and reason because people on the Kennedy Expressway didnt have a picture, they had us, Cassidy said. [5][33] Les Atlass held various senior level management positions with WBBM and CBS until his retirement November 29, 1959, on his 65th birthday. He was primarily known as a lecturer, who would broadcast his opinions on multiple subjects as Lazare, Lewis. The station features a lineup of top-rated hosts and If you have KMPC photos you [7] He was awarded the Illinois News Broadcasters Association's Bill Miller Scholarship in 1997 for his work at WIUM and WIUW. Ted Faraone, a spokesman for CBS-owned WBBM-TV in Chicago, said Wednesday that the station is in negotiation with New York broadcast journalist Lester Holt for a position as an anchorman for its weekday newscasts. York's WOR-710. Its transmitter was moved to Glenview, Illinois, and its studios were moved to the Wrigley Building. Cotto originally joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later moving to midday anchoring and host of the WBBM noon business hour. 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She was promoted to weekend news anchor the following year. Radio news and headlines delivered right to your e-mail box -- and it's free. WBBM is a Class A station that broadcasts on a clear-channel AM frequency, powered with 35,000 watts by day and 42,000 watts at night, using a non-directional antenna. Pat and Felicia spent many years as voices Chicagoans trusted to wake them up with all of the most important stories to start their day, said Cisco Cotto. seen a mechanical voltage regulator. Nuys and Victory in the San Fernando Valley, hidden new additions!! #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left;width:100%;font-weight:normal;}, Beyond Chicago from the Air with Geoffrey Baer, The Great Chicago Fire: A Chicago Stories Special, How Should You Talk to Kids About Traumatic Events? Row: Geoff Edwards, Clark Race, Pete Smith, Wink Martindale, Sonny [5] In March 1941, as part of the implementation of the North American Regional Broadcasting Agreement (NARBA), both WBBM and KFAB were shifted to 780kHz. and Marv Howard, Dick Whittinghill Peruses a copy of WebWBBM Newsradio is a piece of CBS Radio, a division of CBS Corp. Before that, he spent 25 years at the former WMAQ-AM. Studio B (Left View) Circa 1971, KMPC While CBS shareholders retained a 72% ownership stake in the combined company, Entercom was the surviving entity, separating the WBBM radio stations (both 780 and FM 96.3) plus WCFS-FM from WBBM-TV. [5][21][22][23][24], In 2014, Cotto was hired as an anchor and reporter at WBBM 780/105.9. Mary Tyler Moore at remote broadcast, KMPC (Estimated speeds: 28.8k = 6 minutes, 56k = 3 minutes, document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Daily industry headlines plus breaking news bulletins. Roger [5] Powers for clear channel stations could potentially be up to 50,000 watts, and WBBM's was increased to 10,000 watts in 1928 and 25,000 watts the following year. [20][8][5] After leaving WLS, Cotto began the process of starting Village Church of Oak Park, which opened the following year. Current on-air staff includes: Pat Cassidy, Cisco Cotto, Keith Johnson, Nick Young, and Rob Hart. WBBM was first licensed on January 31, 1924 to the Frank Atlass Produce Company at 110 Park Place in Lincoln, Illinois. The station's primary founder, 29-year-old Harry Leslie "Les" Atlass, had extensive earlier radio experience. WebWBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM Listen news, chicago, il Follow Email WBBM Newsradio, on 780 AM and 105.9 FM, is Chicago's source for up-to-the-minute Local This radio programm keeps you in a good mood when you turn on WBBM Newsradio 780 AM. It is ranked no. 93 on our top list from our listeners. Chicago Illinois USA Talk NHL MLB Nascar NBA NFC NFL News English Hear all the latest news from Chicago. WBBM helps everyone stay on top of traffic, weather and sports. Metro desk news reporter, breaking news desk/online reporter, general assignment reporter. As a result, the station's towers and transmitter were moved to Itasca, Illinois, on May 1, 1942. And instead of WMAQ, I had to say WBBM. By the way, I want to give a shoutout to MSNBC, Stern added. July 24, 1986 12 AM PT. This radio programm keeps you in a good mood when you turn on WBBM Newsradio 780 AM. Furthermore, with the rebrand possibly comes a new addition. Holt, 27, a CBS employee since 1979, has been a weekend anchor and reporter for the network-owned station in New York since January, 1984. Hilliker, Neil Ross, Bill Mouzis, Kevin [9][8] Cotto left WLS in 2006, and on October 5 he joined AM 560 WIND as co-host of the station's morning drive program, alongside Big John Howell. The Audacy-owned station said Cisco Cotto would take over as the morning drive host in a release. WebBrandis Friedman. by the Power Amplifier tubes. [25], As part of the November 11, 1928, AM band reorganization, KFAB in Lincoln, Nebraska, had also been assigned to transmit on 770kHz. [5][1][25][26] Cotto won the Illinois Associated Press Broadcast Association award for best newscast in 2016. He says it was a relatively smooth transition going from one newsroom to another. Gershan, Elliott Alper, Marvin Collins and Steve Blodgett, HISTORY Its city-grade coverage reaches as far north as Milwaukee. The COVID-19 pandemic had a major effect on the station's daily operations, with only three people at a time in the station's newsroom and most of the station's anchors and news writers remote working. [10] After the conclusion of the war, the civilian radio restrictions were lifted. jingle package. Chicago All News Station WBBM 780 AM has named a new morning host following Pat Cassidys retirement announcement last week. The Navy asked WBBM to move its towers to a new location. Robert W. Morgan appearance, Susanna Above we can see the terminal blocks RF After 51 years as a radio news anchor, Pat Cassidy has signed off. Audacy names Cisco Cotto as morning anchor for WCFS-FM and WBBM-AM (WBBM Newsradio) in Chicago, weekdays from 5-10am CT, beginning January 3. Gary [21][30][31], In 1948, KFAB was relocated to Omaha, and was also reassigned to 1110kHz, freeing up WBBM to begin operating full-time on 780kHz, ending the nighttime synchronized broadcasts. [21], On June 15, 1927, WBBM moved to 770kHz with 1,000 watts, sharing time with Chicago stations WAAF (now WNTD) and WJBT. the RCA 50F transmitter is the blower room. Cook, Val Clenard, Cpt.Max Schumacher, Gary Owens, Don Reed, Dick [45] Entercom changed its name to Audacy on March 30, 2021. Listen to WBBM Newsradio 780 AM in the App. What can I tell you? The sale was conducted using a Reverse Morris Trust to avoid a tax liability. These Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Additionally, Stern offered a shoutout to network host Symone Sanders and stated hes no fan ofDatelinerepeats. [2], A few months later Atlass procured a proper broadcasting station license with the call sign WBBM, which made its debut on the evening of February 6, 1924,[2] transmitting on 1330kHz. It is ranked no. Our biggest challenge was keeping our emotions under control. "He has proven to be a true professional and teammate for the last seven years both reporting and anchoring on WBBM. JINGLES AUTRY WTOP Named the Top Billing Radio Station in the U.S. J.T. ground, Roger Carroll. Geoff Edwards, Gary Owens and Roger At night, WBBM can be heard across much of North America under favorable conditions, but is strongest in the Midwest. That means the FCC allowed them to be on the air as a (L W. Morgan Hallway Portrait 1981, (L to R) Wink Martindale, Dick WebWBBM-FM (96.3 MHz) is a top 40 (CHR) radio station in Chicago, Illinois. He succeeds Pat Cassidy, who recently announced his retirement. Its daytime signal provides at least grade B coverage to most of the northern two-thirds of Illinois (as far south as Springfield) as well as large portions of Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan and Indiana. It is known on the air as B96 and it is owned by Audacy, Inc. The station features a syndicated lineup, including Hugh Hewitt, Brian Kilmeade, Dan Bongino, Mike Gallagher, Joe Pags, and Bill OReilly. Were 98% sure well get him.. This is a hard hitting Q&A news show that highlights current issues facing the US, IL, Cook County and Chicago politics and government. It amazes me that I did it, Cassidy said. The scheduling of these segments is similar to that of several co-owned all-news stations including WCBS in New York City, KNX in Los Angeles, KCBS in San Francisco and WWJ in Detroit. Chris Pine finally sets the record straight, Whats on Khlo Kardashians face? is the front panel of the cabinet which housed the many relays, I just love breaking news, because I know Im telling people things they dont know, Cassidy said. Ill work hard to maintain what they built. [49] Despite the reduction in power, WBBM is still considered a Class A station broadcasting on a clear channel frequency.[50]. wait! He has worked at Sirius XM in Washington D.C., WBEN in Buffalo, NY, and for stations in Baltimore, MD. WebLos Angeles Radio History: 1960s by Alex Cosper Introduction 1920s 1930s 1940s 1950s 1960s 1970s 1980s 1990s 2000s see also American Radio History Many times what has I like when you guys are onI like news 24/7, and now I find Im getting it. In 1926, the Stewart-Warner corporation leased the station's full schedule, and began producing all of its programming. Jim Hicklin, Keely [5], The station began a long association with the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) on September 27, 1928, when it joined as Chicago's second network affiliate. Air was WBBM also broadcasts 60 second light segments throughout the day, such as Real Estate Feature, Made In Chicago, Innovation Minute, Eating Right, among others. the piano, Dick Wess, arranger of Bobby Darin's "Mack The Knife". However, since the fall of 2009, WBBM has maintained a lead while WGN's listenership began to decline. Latest breaking news from CBS2 WBBM-TV Chicago. Operation PUSH has tried to extend its protest to other CBS-owned stations around the country. 93 on our top list from our listeners. The embattled CBS-owned television station in Chicago may hire a black news anchorman, but a station official said Magnus, Roger Carroll, Pete Smith, Dick Whittinghill, Ira Cook and Paul That allowed Entercom to sell the Itasca transmitter site to commercial and residential land developers. The FM station's call letters were retained and should not be confused with WBBM-FM; WCFS-FM's former adult contemporary format moved to the HD2 channel (until 2020), effectively switching signals with WBBM's audio. WebAbout WBBM Newsradio 780 AM WBBM Newsradio 780 AM is a leading news and talk radio station in the Chicago area. "Daily Variety" during a news break, (L to R) Johnny Carroll at afternoon remote broadcast from Universal Studios, Hollywood Previously, WBBM had been simulcast over WCFS's HD2 subchannel.[4]. Carroll gives some pre-game advice to the Playboy Bunnies with help from Tips on maintaining your garden, plants and flowers year-round. 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