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WWL Newsradio to Commemorate 100 Years on the Air

Longtime WWL personality Scoot penned an op-ed on the station’s website Monday reflecting on his first day at WWL in 1970. 

Mai Martinez Joins WBBM as Morning Co-anchor, Reporter

Martinez will spend much of her time in the field, covering the diverse communities of Chicago, while also teaming with Cisco Cotto each morning from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. CT.

Craig Melvin Criticized for “Rage” Remarks Over Will Smith’s Slap

Melvin said Smith’s behavior reinforces “this long-held perception … that men of color can’t control their rage and anger.”

Volodymyr Zelensky Address Tops Cable News Coverage

In the week of Mar. 20, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (on Mar. 16) provided a live address, on streaming video, to all members of the U.S. Congress.

KCXL Radio Defends Running Russian State Media Radio Sputnik

According to ABC News, station owner Peter Schartel started airing the Russian programming in January 2020.

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WJR 760 Launches ‘Founding Fathers Friday’ Ahead of America 250 Celebration

"As we approach the 250, we thought it'd be a good idea to go back and revisit and learn about the people that set this whole thing up."

NASCAR Broadcaster, Hall of Fame Driver Ned Jarrett Dies at Age 93

"While we mourn his passing, we celebrate the remarkable life of an amazing man and truly the best father anyone could have wished for. Rest in Peace, Dad."

Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker, Jon Wertheim to Remain on 60 Minutes

"Audiences trust them because they have proved it, story by story, for decades. Working with them is a privilege and every journalist's dream."

Approaching the Summit: Cameron Hendrix, Magellan AI

"We prioritize events where we can connect directly with people who are facing challenges we can help solve or learn from ourselves."