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The Pat McAfee Show Field Pass AltCast Coming To Super Bowl LXI

"We try our best to respect the game and showcase and display it in a fashion that might be a little bit more appetizing for a different group of people that are watching alongside the best play commentators on Earth."

Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

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."

Judy Markey, Longtime WGN Radio Host, Dies

The program, which she co-hosted with Kathy Voltmer, spent two decades on WGN Radio and became one of the station’s signature shows.

How Lisa Dent Found Her Home at Legendary WGN Radio

"I've never had enough room to talk on music radio. Filling an hour with conversation has never been an issue for me. I already knew what connected with this audience because this audience is Chicago, and I've worked in this city for the past 25 years."

Approaching the Summit: Mary Sandberg Boyle, WGN Radio

I'm always interested in hearing how companies are successfully balancing strong local content with evolving digital consumption habits.

Women’s History Month: How WGN Radio VP/GM Mary Sandberg Boyle Carved Her Own Path to the Corner Office

"I just kept saying it out loud, to anyone that would hear it. Not in an annoying way. I'd mention it when it would come up. I put my hand up when there were opportunities."

Orion Samuelson, Longtime WGN Radio Agribusiness Reporter, Dies

He began his tenure in 1960 and worked with the outlet until his retirement in 2020.

Lisa Dent Sets Return Date to WGN Radio Following Medical Absence

"I can't wait to get back behind the mic and do what I love most."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market News/Talk Radio Stations of 2025

"A total of 53 stations appeared on ballots submitted for voting consideration in the Major Market News/Talk Radio Stations category."

Barrett Media’s Top 20 Major Market News/Talk Radio Program Directors of 2025

"A total of 35 program directors appeared on ballots submitted for voting consideration in the Major Market News/Talk Radio Program Directors category."

RTDNA to Award Former WGN Radio Anchor Steve Bertrand with Lifetime Achievement Award

"His retirement in 2025 marks the culmination of a lifetime dedicated to informing the public and strengthening the role of local news.”

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Fox & Friends Hosts Light Empire State Building During Fox News 30th Anniversary Celebration

"Fox continues to evolve, continues to get better, continues to respond to the audience. Every day we're thankful."

Dianna Russini Reportedly Hiring Crisis Publicist Ahead Of Potential Sports Media Return

"Russini resigned from The Athletic in April amid controversy over her relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel."

Katie Zacharia, Former Fox News and Newsmax Commentator, Named White House Press Secretary

Zacharia’s appointment continues Trump’s practice of choosing communicators with experience in conservative media and administration messaging.

Gracie Awards Open Nominations for 2027 Ceremony

"We look forward to honoring the content that moved audiences in 2026 and continuing the Gracies’ long-standing investment in the people who will shape what comes next.”