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Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

WGN Radio Adding Wolfman Jack Show to Weekend Lineup

The program replaces The Sinatra Hours with Dave Plier in the WGN lineup.

JC Corcoran Celebrating 40 Years in St. Louis

“Even in the old analog days back in the 80s I always archived our best bits and interviews.”

WGN Radio Scores 2 Wins at 47th Annual Peter Lisagor Awards

The awards honor the best journalism produced in Illinois and northwest Indiana from across print, digital, and broadcast media.

WBBM Shines in Chicago News/Talk Winter Ratings Book

WBBM delivered an impressive 5.6 share to rank third among Persons 35-64. The Chicago news radio outlet was also tied for 9th with Persons 25-54 with a 3.5 share.

WGN Radio Renews Chicago Blackhawks

"So our decision to even stay on radio versus simulcast, which is an option several teams are moving to, was just not an option for us."

WGN Radio Host Lisa Dent: I Was Always A Talk Show Host Even While Working Other Formats

"The whole time, from the moment I left Rockford, my focus was always WGN."

Barrett News Media’s Top 20 Major Market News Talk Radio Stations of 2023

"A total of 51 news/talk radio stations received votes in our Major Market News/Talk Radio Stations category."

Barrett News Media’s Top 20 Major Market News/Talk Afternoon Shows of 2023

"A total of 37 shows appeared on ballots turned in by our executive panel in the Major Market Afternoon News/Talk Shows category."

WGN Radio Selling Portion of Transmitter Site for Development, Pickleball Courts

The site has been home to the WGN Radio transmitter since 1939.

Sean Compton Inks Extension with Nexstar Media Group

The 49-year-old Compton joined the company in 2019 after stops at The Tribune Company, Clear Channel, and Premiere Networks.

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."