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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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WGN Radio Announces Multi-Year Extension With Chicago Blackhawks

"The Blackhawks and WGN are two brands deeply rooted in Chicago, connecting fans through game coverage, conversation and storytelling."

Former WEEI Host Glenn Ordway Launching New Podcast

"Since there's no corporate boss, [or] no program director or GM, I can do whatever the hell I want."

BLI Long Island Promotes Danielle Costa to Weeknights

Costa's established weekend presence provides a foundation for weeknight success.

Ryan Clark Launches ‘The Pivot Sports’ Teaming With NFL Films

"I don’t have a fear that this doesn’t work. My fear is that I will hold on to pieces of that last experience — both good and bad — and that this works in an amazing way, and I’m still not content."