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 Cotto originally joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later is the front panel of the cabinet which housed the many relays, [5][21][22][23][24], In 2014, Cotto was hired as an anchor and reporter at WBBM 780/105.9. Amazingly, the first day on BBM I said the call letters right after saying MAQ for 25 years. At night, WBBM can be heard across much of North America under favorable conditions, but is strongest in the Midwest. KZLS started simulcasting on KQOB at the beginning of this year after the 96.9 signal was leased to Citadel and Cumulus Media for nineteen years. The man who lives there, Mark Perkins, was also arrested the following day after he allegedlycharged at DePetro with a lawnmowerwhile DePetro was live-streaming. On March 1, 2018, Entercom launched a new website for WBBM alone on the company's Radio.com portal, breaking it off from the former CBS Chicago portal. [9], With the April 1917 entrance of the United States into World War I the federal government took full control of the radio industry, and it became illegal for civilians to operate radio transmitters and receivers. and audio power amplifier stages. Kathy Gori, Dave Hull, Sonny Melendrez, Robert Roger Carroll, Dick Whttinghill, Robert W. Morgan, Second However, in early 1932 KFAB switched network affiliation from the NBC Red Network to CBS. You must add this to your current line up of Sunday news show podcasts. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. [24], On May 15, 1933, the station discontinued the WJBT dual call letter usage and reverted to just WBBM, after the Federal Radio Commission requested that stations using only one of their assigned call letters drop those that were no longer in regular use. jingle package. Nuys and Victory in the San Fernando Valley, hidden The big stories like when somebody dies, (and) as corny as I am even a closed expressway the Kennedy is closed by an accident. Carroll and the General Manager of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel stand in I look forward to continuing to be a small part of the award-winning news team on WBBM for many years to come.. Thanks to Ron Gleason, Greg Solk, and Rachel Williamson for trusting me with such an important show on this great station.. Cassidys first job out of college was at the now-defunct WEXI in Arlington Heights. The search for Charlotte Lester continues as I resume efforts searching for answers into her disappearance and holding Mark Perkins accountable for his actions against myself and Ladybug.. WBBM was first licensed on January 31, 1924, to the Frank Atlass Produce Company at 110 Park Place in Lincoln, Illinois. Geoff Edwards, Gary Owens and Roger W. Morgan and John Felz with entrys from a Bob's Big Boy promotion, Robert W. 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These are redundant, high [7] He was awarded the Illinois News Broadcasters Association's Bill Miller Scholarship in 1997 for his work at WIUM and WIUW. [3] Carroll remote broadcast, Music Director Julie Rizzo and Roger cabinet which housed the crystal oscillators for 710 Khz and the low level I respect our justice system and respect law enforcement, specifically the Warwick PD,DePetro said on Twitter. Subsequently taking over that role is Rob Hart, who has been with the station since 2016. [6], Cotto began his radio career working as an intern for Moody Radio while he was in high school. I watch this channel exclusively for news. new additions!! & Nancy Lange, Mark Blinoff, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Angel, (L to R) Bill Ward, Roger Carroll, Tom Power Amplifier and Modlator Tubes of the RCA 50-F Transmitter, Photos Roger The files are HUGE, so if you don't have a high-speed connection, it will take a while. "He has proven to be a true professional and teammate for the last seven years both reporting and anchoring on WBBM. [49] Despite the reduction in power, WBBM is still considered a Class A station broadcasting on a clear channel frequency.[50]. Get the full report, and more Chicago media news, at robertfeder.com. 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. [17], Shortly after moving to Chicago, Les Atlass returned to the airwaves, and received a new license for a broadcasting station operated from his home at 7421 Sheridan Road, again with the call letters WBBM and transmitting on 1330kHz, now with himself as the licensee. Chicago All News Station WBBM 780 AM has named a new morning host following Pat Cassidys retirement announcement last week. Green speaks with WBBM Political Editor Craig Dellimore about his focus on The radio host thanked MSNBC for providing him with what he loves: 24/7 news. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Carroll, (Back 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. [4][5] He also earned a Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Smith, Roger Carroll, DIck Whittinghill, Gary Owens, Ira Cook and others, Don Drysdale, Nolan Ryan and Roger (LA RADIO PEOPLE), Roger Carroll, John Felz, Pete Smith, Gary Owens, Jim I tune out on the weekend. Police searched the house several months earlier as part of an investigation into the disappearance of Charlotte Lester, who has beenmissing for six months. to a listener who DXed the 500-Watt station from Lansdale, Pennsylvania, (That's Fans can also connect with the station on social media viaTwitter,Facebook, andInstagram. LINKS COMMENTS [16] CBS bought a controlling interest in WBBM in 1929,[23] and in 1931 it purchased the remaining station stock. In 1911, he had reportedly constructed a simple spark transmitter set. 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. and Marv Howard, Dick Whittinghill Peruses a copy of self-proclaimed "Best Dressed DJ". Previously, WBBM had been simulcast over WCFS's HD2 subchannel.[4]. The most-common "program" on WBBM is a live rolling "news wheel" that begins at the top of each hour, structured into segments of news, traffic, weather, sports, and business updates from Bloomberg Radio. (Estimated speeds: 28.8k = 6 minutes, 56k = 3 minutes, In May 2020 Martinez was one of more than a dozen employees whose jobs were cut in sweeping companywide layoffs at CBS. I guess Im a born radio news anchorman., WBBM Newsradio co-anchor Felicia Middlebrooks hosted mornings with Pat Cassidy when he moved from WMAQ-AM. 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.. Johnny Magnus, Bill Mouzis, Jerry Metro desk news reporter, breaking news desk/online reporter, general assignment reporter. Cotto has been anchoring mornings solo since he replaced Pat Cassidy, who retired in December 2021. Champlin Broadcasting Conservative Talk The Eagle 96.9 KQOB Enid/Oklahoma City and 1640 KZLS Enid will look a little different for its listeners as the station has rebranded. The station features a lineup of top-rated hosts and Ryan Hedrick serves as the Assistant Program Director and Co-Host of the Morning News Express at WFMD. The conservative radio personality was a former chemical, magazine and cable company executive. Morgan, Roger Carroll, Wink Martindale, Gary Owens, Alex Paen, Pete Smith, WebCisco Cotto (born 1975) is a radio personality and pastor, serving as morning anchor on WBBM 780/ 105.9 and campus pastor at Village Bible Church in Sugar Grove, Illinois. From the Illinois State Senate to the Cook County Commissioner's Office, Garcia has made his presence known. Tune in for the latest news and updates, as well as in-depth sports coverage, particularly of the Chicago's major sports teams. to R) Bald Guy is the cook on the TV series "Rawhide". 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. Beginning in the 1950s, as network programming moved from radio to television, WBBM maintained a personality-based middle of the road (MOR) format until 1964. The last reported broadcast in Lincoln occurred on April 14, after which the station was dismantled, and its equipment shipped to Les Atlass' newly purchased Chicago home. He says it was a relatively smooth transition going from one newsroom to another. Big fan of hers. That allowed Entercom to sell the Itasca transmitter site to commercial and residential land developers. Sign up for our morning newsletter to get all of our stories delivered to your mailbox each weekday. Guy [5][6] The station's primary founder, 29-year-old Harry Leslie "Les" Atlass, had extensive earlier radio experience. [5][33] Les Atlass held various senior level management positions with WBBM and CBS until his retirement November 29, 1959, on his 65th birthday. "Daily Variety" during a news break, (L to R) Johnny I said, DJ? Pamela McGuinnes, Dave DeSoto, Bud Tucker and Tom Wayman, Dick John Felz, Roger Carroll, Ron Fineman, Dick Whittinghill, Gene Studio B (Right View) Circa 1971, Don Barrett They produced 10,000 volts with enough current to power the RF amplifier We are excited to welcome Cisco into morning drive, said Rachel Williamson, Regional President and Market Manager, Audacy Chicago. Martinez, 48, who was born in San Francisco to a Vietnamese mother and Cuban father, graduated from Jacksonville State University and worked for WBRC, the Fox affiliate in Birmingham, Alabama, before joining CBS 2 in 2006. WebLatest breaking news from CBS2 WBBM-TV Chicago. Oddly, I agree politically with almost everything Joe says. "A Continuing Study of Major Radio Markets: Study No. Thanks to Ron Gleason, Greg Solk, and Rachel Williamson for trusting me with such an important show on this great station. photo credit if known) to photos@710kmpc.com. Prior to that, Holt spent two years as a weekend anchor and reporter with CBS-owned KCBS-TV in Los Angeles. Listener, KMPC At Another challenge to WBBM's news radio domination came from Merlin Media, operated by former Tribune Company executive Randy Michaels. 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 station's stream will start in {time} sec. WBBM is a Class A station which broadcasts on a clear-channel AM frequency, powered with 35,000 watts by day and 42,000 watts at night. 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. But worth the 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. to music, Replaced Gershan, Elliott Alper, Marvin Collins and Steve Blodgett, HISTORY Autry, Mike Botula, John Felz, Larry Current on-air staff includes: Cisco Cotto, Keith Johnson, Nick Young, Lisa Fielding, Bernie Tafoya, Craig Dellimore, Mai Martinez, Andy Dahn, Rachel Pearson, Nancy Harty and Rob Hart. In the early 1920s, this led to the introduction of organized broadcasting, and by the end of 1922, over 500 broadcast stations were operating in the United States. [46][47][48], WBBM's power was reduced to 35,000 watts during the day and 42,000 watts at night, from the previous 50,000 watt signal it had maintained since 1935. [27], In 1945 WBBM broadcast "Five after the Hour", written by Les Weinrott. This news wheel can be interrupted for breaking local or national news events that necessitate longer-form coverage. Prior to WFMD, he hosted an afternoon program at News Talk 103.7 FM in Chambersburg, PA. If you have KMPC photos you [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. [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. amplifiers which brought the RF signal up to a level which could be used Grove, Van Listeners can tune in to WBBM Newsradio (WCFS-FM/WBBM-AM) in Chicago on-air and nationwide on theAudacy appandwebsite. by the Power Amplifier tubes. In 2018, WBBM was granted an FCC construction permit to move its transmitter to WSCR's tower site in Bloomingdale. "We are excited to welcome Cisco into morning drive," said Audacy Chicago Regional President and Market Manager Rachel Williamson. For most of the last 22 years, Cassidy hosted mornings on WBBM Newsradio. The most-common "program" on WBBM is a live rolling "news wheel" that begins at the top of each hour, structured into segments of news, traffic, weather, sports, and business updates from Bloomberg Radio. personalized QSL verification letter. Despite the ownership change, WBBM radio and WBBM-TV maintain a partnership, with WBBM radio making use of some WBBM-TV local news and weather reporting. [6] The station's call letters had been randomly assigned from an alphabetic list maintained by the Department of Commerce, and during the inaugural broadcast, Atlass adopted a representative slogan of "We Broadcast Better Music". Then the second day is when I messed up a couple times, Cassidy said, laughing. From the 1950s through the 90s, WBBM had been in a spirited battle with rival news/talk/sports station WGN for the position of the #1 radio station in the Chicago market. With much of their evening programming the same, the two stations establishing simultaneous "synchronized" broadcasting of their common network programming. [2] Over the years, additional slogans would include "We Broadcast Broadmoor Music,"[14] "World's Best Broadcast Medium,"[15] and "Where Better Broadcasts Materialize". However, since the fall of 2009, WBBM has maintained a lead while WGN's listenership began to decline. [10] After the conclusion of the war, the civilian radio restrictions were lifted. (L Tips on maintaining your garden, plants and flowers year-round. left in place just in case one tube should fail. 500-Watt KMPC, not 50,000-Watt), Rare by KMPC to a DXer in British Columbia in 1932. Listeners can stay up-to-date on the latest scores, stats, and news from their favorite teams and get an in-depth look at the performance of the teams. WebPaul Gibson (died 1967) was a broadcaster and sales representative for WBBM (AM) radio in Chicago from the 1940s until his death from cancer. 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"95.99%" of the station's programming was devoted to music during this period,[15] including live musical broadcasts aired from a small studio in the lobby of the hotel. Latest Photos Will Appear At 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. News - Gang Warfare In A Big City, KMPC Whittinghill, Gary Owens, Roger Carroll, (In Background L to R: Pat The station's programming is centered around providing listeners with the information they need to stay informed and connected to the world around them.In addition to news coverage, WBBM Newsradio 780 AM also offers extensive sports coverage, including live game coverage, expert analysis, and interviews with players and coaches. McKay, Wink Martindale, Jim Lange, Don McCulloch, Art Nelson, Pete Smith, Paddock Publications, Inc. is an Employee-Owned Company. WBBM devotes an hour each weekday to discussion about the economy and financial markets with some of the top experts in the nation. [21], On June 15, 1927, WBBM moved to 770kHz with 1,000 watts, sharing time with Chicago stations WAAF (now WNTD) and WJBT. 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The station provides coverage of the Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bears, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Blackhawks and the Chicago Fire. [25], As part of the November 11, 1928, AM band reorganization, KFAB in Lincoln, Nebraska, had also been assigned to transmit on 770kHz. 7: Chicago. ride in parade at 1980 Catalina Chili Cookoff, (Clockwise) To connect with Ryan, find him on Twitter @SureToCover. Cisco Cotto (born 1975) is a radio personality and pastor, serving as morning anchor on WBBM 780/105.9 and campus pastor at Village Bible Church in Sugar Grove, Illinois. Mai Martinez, former weekend news anchor and reporter at CBS-owned WBBM-Channel 2, has been hired to co-anchor morning news at WBBM 780-AM/WCFS 105.9-FM, the Audacy all-news station. And his roots in radio go all the way back to college. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. While Cassidy was chatting with his freshman year roommate, someone stuck his head into their dorm room and asked whod been talking. WBBM Newsradio 780 AM is a leading news and talk radio station in the Chicago area. 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. Follow him on Twitter @markgrotesports. speeds: 28.8k = 6 minutes, 56k = 3 minutes, DSL/CABLE He's also regularly anchored weekend mornings and has served as a reporter for the station. volume blowers which created negative pressure in this blower room. It is known on the air as B96 and it is owned by Audacy, Inc. We knew what was happening, and we could assume, many people were dying. Cotto joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later moving to middays, hosting the WBBM noon business hour. Rather than calling itself The Eagle 96.9, the radio station will now be known as Freedom 96.9 (h/tRadio Insight). Thank God you dont play the oldDatelinesanymore on the weekends. "I'll work hard to maintain what they built. The files are HUGE, so if you PERSONALITIES PHOTO I know the whole lineup.. He was primarily known as a lecturer, who would broadcast his opinions on multiple subjects as RCA 50-F. Letter from Uncle Harry to Young Lazare, Lewis. Initially the stations established a timesharing agreement for nighttime hours. Owens sports a bowler in the BG, announcing Symone coming on strong. I look forward to continuing to be a small part of the award-winning news team on WBBM for many years to come, Cotto added. Whittinghill, Salesman Merlin SheetsD, Johnny magnificent looking tubes are the high voltage rectifiers of the RCA 50F Carroll at afternoon remote broadcast from Universal Studios, Hollywood (Estimated She had been off the air on medical leave since 2019. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com. The Audacy-owned station would occasionally do vacation relief for Whit), (L to R) Dick Whittinghill, Ira Cook, to Front) In addition to a standard analog transmission, WBBM broadcasts over HD Radio using the in-band on-channel standard,[3] is simulcast over WCFS-FM (105.9),[4] and is available online via Audacy. Audacy names Cisco Cotto morning drive anchor for WBBM Newsradio as of January 3rd. I got up at 2:30 in the morning for 51 years, which is just a mind-boggling thought. 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. While Cassidy says hell miss the camaraderie and teamwork, calling everyone at WBBM a super pro, hes looking forward to hours that are more in sync with his family and friends. Listen to WBBM Newsradio 780 AM in the App. This WTOP Named the Top Billing Radio Station in the U.S. J.T. Its like all news stuff. Latest breaking news from CBS2 WBBM-TV Chicago. RF Melendrez, Gary Owens, Bill Watson (Asst. PD) Stan Spero (VP/GM) Mark Blinoff (PD), KMPC / Angels Promotion Were 98% sure well get him.. [3], Cotto graduated from Western Illinois University in 1998 and earned a Master of Divinity from Moody Bible Institute in 2010. He (Cotto) has proven to be a true professional and teammate for the last seven years, both reporting and anchoring on WBBM, said Rachel Williamson, Regional President and Market Manager, Audacy Chicago. Studio B (Left View) Circa 1971, KMPC He succeeds Pat Cassidy, who recently announced his retirement. [28][29], WBBM's power was increased to 50,000 watts in 1935. These segments are also available as podcasts. HOME. At that point, it eliminated music and switched to a news/talk format. (Chris Walker / Chicago 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. In May, Felicia Middlebrooks announced her retirement after 35 years. I dont think theres much difference there.. "H. Leslie Atlass Dies; Founded Radio Station WBBM at Lincoln". [32] In 1956, WBBM's studios were moved to North McClurg Court, with the rest of CBS' Chicago operations, where it remained until moving to Two Prudential Plaza in 2006. Crosnoe, Ray Taylor, Dick Whittinghill, Dick Nelson, Johnny Grant, Gene Autry, Ken Miller, Obituaries reporter. [7] Three years later his then 11-year-old younger brother, Ralph, constructed an apparently unlicensed amateur radio station at the family home,[8] that was described as "chief wireless station" of the newly formed Lincoln United Wireless Association. He has proven to be a true professional and teammate for the last seven years both reporting and anchoring on WBBM. KZLS started simulcasting on KQOB at the beginning of this year after the 96.9 signal was leased to Citadel and Cumulus Media for nineteen years. After 51 years as a radio news anchor, Pat Cassidy has signed off. [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. Over the years, WBBM fended off competition from other all-news stations that were attempted in the Chicago radio market: McLendon-owned WNUS-AM-FM (1390 AM, now WGRB and 107.5 FM, now WGCI-FM), NBC's WNIS-FM (now WKQX) and Group W's WMAQ (now WSCR), which came under the CBS umbrella when Westinghouse Electric Corporation purchased CBS in 1995. What can I tell you? Ill work hard to maintain what they built. He has also worked at WIBW-AM in Topeka KS, earning the Kansas Association of Broadcasters (KAB) award for Major Market enterprise reporting in 2016. [20][8][5] After leaving WLS, Cotto began the process of starting Village Church of Oak Park, which opened the following year. drawn through two walls of filters which comprised a plenum room. The station features a lineup of top-rated hosts and journalists, delivering in-depth coverage of the latest news, weather, and traffic updates, as well as analysis and commentary on the most important issues of the day. However, during April 1923, Les Atlass, in conjunction with the Lincoln Courier newspaper, broadcast local election results over 9DFC, claiming as a technicality that instead of a prohibited public broadcast, he was merely transmitting information to a second amateur, which by chance (and through newspaper publicity) others might overhear. The embattled CBS-owned television station in Chicago may hire a black news anchorman, but a station official said the move is not a reaction to an extended boycott of the station by the Operation PUSH civil rights organization. Furthermore, with the rebrand possibly comes a new addition. ** = Audacy operates pursuant to a local marketing agreement with Martz Communications Group. Times Staff Writer. By the way, I want to give a shoutout to MSNBC, Stern added. Note the time KMPC [26] The synchronized operation began on January 27, 1934. These Goes Out newsletter, with the week's best events, to help you explore and experience our city. WebGet the latest sports news and headlines from WBBM-TV CBS2 Chicago. Cover of 45rpm record which was sent to 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. Compton, Roger Carroll and KMPC Airwatch pilot the advertising agencies containing the "Call Of The Southland" WebTribune Company. At the bottom of the cabinet can be Mark Grote is the Bears reporter for 670 The Score and the sideline reporter on WBBM Newsradio broadcasts. Subsequently taking over that role is Rob Hart, who has been with the station since 2016, heard on the business hour and in middays. ", "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. [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. WJBT's license was acquired by the Atlass Investment Company, and the two stations were consolidated as WBBM-WJBT, although the latter call sign was rarely, if ever, used. This radio programm keeps you in a good mood when you turn on WBBM Newsradio 780 AM. Air Personalities in Front Row), Pete York's WOR-710. 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. After working as an anchor for several different local stations, he took over morning news duties at WMAQ-AM (now The Score) in 1975. On February 2, 2017, CBS agreed to merge CBS Radio with Entercom, the fourth-largest radio broadcaster in the United States. 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