CHICAGO (November 11, 2025) – WGN Radio earned three awards at the 2025 Illinois Broadcasters Association (IBA) Silver Dome Awards, including two honors for the WGN Radio newsroom. The awards, which recognize the top-tier in Illinois broadcasting, were announced on November 6 at a reception held at the InterContinental Hotel in Chicago. IBA also recognized Dave […]
CHICAGO (October 29, 2025) – WGN Radio today announced its afternoon news anchor Steve Bertrand will be retiring from radio on November 13, 2025. A trusted voice in the newsroom, Bertrand recently celebrated his 40th Anniversary with WGN Radio this past June. He is known for his quick-witted commentary. He has hosted several shows and anchored […]
First Female VP and General Manager in WGN Radio’s History Recognized Among Five Finalists for General Manager of the Year Chicago, IL – September 3, 2025 – Mary Sandberg Boyle, the first female Vice President and General Manager in WGN Radio’s 100-year history, has been named a finalist in Radio Ink’s 33rd annual Radio Wayne […]
Back by popular demand, ‘For Radio Geeks Only’ to air Friday, August 15, 7 – 10 pm CHICAGO (August 14, 2025) – WGN Radio announced today its hosts Bob Sirott and John Records Landecker will return for another night of radio nostalgia. Back by popular demand, “For Radio Geeks Only,” sponsored by Apple Chevy, is expanded […]
Eanet continues as the radio voice of Northwestern football and men’s basketball; Masur moves to anchor sports in the Bob Sirott show starting August 28. CHICAGO (August 7, 2025) – WGN Radio today announced that Dave Eanet will retire as the sports anchor on the Bob Sirott weekday morning drive show and Andy Masur will assume […]
CHICAGO (June 3, 2025) – WGN Radio today announced its afternoon news anchor Steve Bertrand is celebrating his 40th anniversary with the station. A trusted voice in the newsroom, Bertrand is known for his quick-witted commentary. He has hosted several shows and anchored news on nearly every part of the clock during his tenure. “Steve has […]
John Williams named “Best Featured Reporter or Host” at the 48th annual awards and also accepted the William Booth Award from The Salvation Army CHICAGO (May 15, 2025) – WGN Radio announced its midday host John Williams received a “Best Featured Reporter or Host” Peter Lisagor Award from the Chicago Headline Club at an awards ceremony […]
Richard Roeper’s commentary to air Thursdays at 7:20 am with a 9:50 am replay starting May 15 CHICAGO (May 14, 2025) – WGN Radio today announced Richard Roeper will bring his commentary to the Bob Sirott show on weekly segments that will air Thursdays at 7:20 am with a 9:50 am replay starting Thursday, May 15. […]
WGN Radio producer Iridian Fierro wins for Interview Feature – Sports, Local Radio CHICAGO (March 25, 2025) – WGN Radio today announced that for the second consecutive year, the station is a recipient of the Gracie Awards, presented by the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWM). The 2025 award recognizes WGN Radio producer Iridian Fierro […]
Bob Sirott hosts morning drive weekdays on AM 720, 6 am to 10 am CHICAGO (February 5, 2025) – WGN Radio today announced a multi-year extension with morning show host Bob Sirott who is heard 6 am to 10 am weekdays. “Management has given me a terrific on-air and behind-the-scenes team, plus freedom to do whatever […]