A voice that compelled people to stop, listen and learn., Radio news folks naturally do not get the kind of attention and do not have the close tie with audiences as do show hosts. The radio host thanked MSNBC for providing him with what he loves: 24/7 news. [5], The station began a long association with the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) on September 27, 1928, when it joined as Chicago's second network affiliate. He succeeds Pat Cassidy, who recently announced his retirement. 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. [27], In 1945 WBBM broadcast "Five after the Hour", written by Les Weinrott. Rather than calling itself The Eagle 96.9, the radio station will now be known as Freedom 96.9 (h/tRadio Insight). The WintrustBusiness Lunch with Steve Bertrand, Weekdays noon-1 p.m. Consider using 19th or St Charles Road. WAAF was reassigned to 920kHz, while WBBM and WJBT remained at 770kHz, with the frequency now designated a "clear channel" assignment. Among the well-wishers between 5-10 a.m. was morning show news editor Zac Weber, who said: The news can be ugly and scary and overwhelming sometimes, but you, more than anyone else, served as a constant reminder that we can always be hopeful, and always expect the best from you.. The news that matters to you from local experts and trusted sources. [5][1][26][27] Cotto won the Illinois Associated Press Broadcast Association award for best newscast in 2016. As a result, the station's towers and transmitter were moved to Itasca, Illinois, on May 1, 1942. Unlike DePetro, who had his charges dismissed, Perkins still faces an assault charge, according to court records. Cubs games were only broadcast on WBBM's AM feed; while the games were being played, WCFS-FM continued to broadcast WBBM's regular all-news programming uninterrupted.[36]. And they can all kill you.". The SUV took down a pole and smashed into the front widow of the One Main Financial office. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Radio's WBBM-AM780 morning anchor Felicia Middlebrooks in 2002. 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. Always live on the free Audacy app. The victim told police he was trying to stop a shoplifter. Together, she and Cisco have a passion for news plus warm and inviting voices that will greet our listeners each and every morning.. The Audacy-owned station said Cisco Cotto would take over as the morning drive host in a release. "There are no pills you can get on the internet that are legit. I watch you guys every morning, Stern said (h/tMediaite). Luis Arraez hit a go-ahead sacrifice fly in the eighth inning to give the Miami Marlins a 4-3 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday and a sweep of the three-game series. Call sign: WBBM Frequency: 780 AM City of license: Chicago, IL Format: News Owner: Audacy Area Served: Chicago Sister stations: 670 The Score , 93XRT , 104.3 Jams , US99 , B96 Contact Address: 180 N Stetson Ave #1100, Chicago, IL 60601 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. Audio Ink is a trademark of Streamline Publishing, Inc. Log In (Existing Digital Subscriptions Only), Holloway Get Outreach Role For Radio One Charlotte, Christen Limon Grows Position At iHeart Los Angeles, Audacy Philadelphia AM Hosts Pre-Primary Breakfast, The Best Sales Managers Have This Curious Trait, The Zen Way To Kick Through Station Stagnation, A.I. Freedom 96.9 is teasing the addition of Dana Loesch to the lineup as well to enhance the rebrand further as the station begins a new chapter as it provides news/talk to the residents. Martinez spent 14 years as a general assignment reporter and weekend anchor at WBBM-TV. Plus in bad weather, we have Chicago school closings. Latest breaking news from CBS2 WBBM-TV Chicago. [16] CBS bought a controlling interest in WBBM in 1929,[23] and in 1931 it purchased the remaining station stock. Les Atlass remained at the station, while Ralph left and purchased station WLAP, then in Louisville. Many people think of radio news folks as just a bunch of interchangeable voices, he said. 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Log In (Existing Digital Subscriptions Only), Holloway Get Outreach Role For Radio One Charlotte, Christen Limon Grows Position At iHeart Los Angeles, Audacy Philadelphia AM Hosts Pre-Primary Breakfast, The Best Sales Managers Have This Curious Trait, The Zen Way To Kick Through Station Stagnation, A.I. While Cassidy was chatting with his freshman year roommate, someone stuck his head into their dorm room and asked who'd been talking. Beale, Twins Born At Roosevelt Red Line Station Have Names, Are Doing Well, Three Dots And A Dash Debuts New Drinks For Fall, Including Pumpkin Spice, Ald. Downtown Chicago - Curb Appeal & Longevity. 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. 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. When she took the stations morning drive chair, alongside John Hultman, she broke ground: the first woman and the first African-American in the country to co-anchor morning drive on a network-owned news station. 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. After 20 years on Audacy all-news WBBM 780-AM/WCFS 105.9-FM the veteran anchorman called it a career Sunday. Mai Martinez is joining WBBM Newsradio (WCFS-FM/WBBM-AM) Chicago, as morning co-anchor and reporter. [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. [13], Although the original spark radio transmitters were only capable of producing the dots-and-dashes of Morse code, the development of vacuum tube transmitters made audio transmissions practical. Radio Ink is a radio-industry trade publication that is published 12 times a year for the radio management sector of the radio broadcasting industry. DePetro wasarrested in mid-Augustoutside a home on Staples Avenue in Warwick. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com. Police Hiring Process Discriminates Against Blacks, Latinos: Ald. Furthermore, with the rebrand possibly comes a new addition. And his roots in radio go all the way back to college. Anchors Ron Magers and Carol Marin quit in . Stern stated that hes a major fan of Morning Joe and went the extra mile to say that he and co-host Joe Scarborough share the same political idealogy. He succeeds Pat Cassidy, who recently announced his retirement. 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. In that interview, Mayor Lightfoot says she hasn't heard from Governor Abbott after sending the letter. [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. Chicago All News Station WBBM 780 AM has named a new morning host following Pat Cassidys retirement announcement last week. This is the Sox' longest skid since they lost 10 straight games in 2013. The sports news segment moved to :16/:46, with business news coverage moving to :23/:53 past the hour, and hourly feature segments moving to :21 past the hour.[44]. 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. Current on-air staff includes: Cisco Cotto, Keith Johnson, Nick Young, Lisa Fielding, Bernie Tafoya, Craig Dellimore, Mai Martinez, Andy Dahn, Rachel Pierson, Nancy Harty and Rob Hart. "He has proven to be a true professional and teammate for the last seven years both reporting and anchoring on WBBM. On Monday, U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth announced $863,000 in federal funding to help premature babies at Stroger Hospital. [25], As part of the November 11, 1928, AM band reorganization, KFAB in Lincoln, Nebraska, had also been assigned to transmit on 770kHz. All Rights Reserved. The DNAinfo archives brought to you by WNYC.Read the press release here. Friday's comment of the day: Jim Rocklin: By adding to the Svengoolie franchise, MeTV is clearly trying to carpe diem. She had been off the air on medical leave since 2019. / 41.87889N 87.63556W / 41.87889; -87.63556. I look forward to continuing to be a small part of the award-winning news team on WBBM for many years to come.". [20] On June 4, 1925, studios and transmitter were moved to the Broadmoor Hotel in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood. WBBM was first licensed on January 31, 1924, to the Frank Atlass Produce Company at 110 Park Place in Lincoln, Illinois. The scheduling of these segments is similar to that of several co-owned all-news stations including WCBS in New York City, KNX in Los Angeles, KCBS in San Francisco and WWJ in Detroit. WBBM news anchors Pat Cassidy, left, and Felicia Middlebrooks share the morning drive shift at WBBM news radio in Chicago in 2002. "We are excited to welcome Cisco into morning drive," said Audacy Chicago Regional President and Market Manager Rachel Williamson. The best looks from the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on CBS. The sale was conducted using a Reverse Morris Trust to avoid a tax liability. Felicia Middlebrooks (born May 29, 1957) is an American radio news broadcaster. She was promoted to weekend news anchor the following year. To connect with Ryan, find him on Twitter @SureToCover. Together, she and Cisco have a passion for news plus warm and inviting voices that will greet our listeners each and every morning.. Bed Bath & Beyond announced on Monday that it had declared bankruptcy. [8] He was hired as a news reporter at AM 670 WMAQ in 1998. In #MelrosePark, Avoid the intersection of 25th and Lake Street due to a serious crash. 2011 - 20121 year. "They're all made with fentanyl. Its city-grade coverage reaches as far north as Milwaukee. Part of Audacy. . Veteran reporter Rob Hart, who has been anchoring in different dayparts since 2016, will replace Cotto as the new midday anchor and host of the WBBM noon business hour. [28][29], WBBM's power was increased to 50,000 watts in 1935. When she starts April 4, Martinez will spend much of her time in the field, covering the diverse communities of Chicago, while also teaming with Cisco Cotto each morning. Afternoon Drive, Weekdays 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. In mid-February 1924, it was announced that the Frank Atlass Produce Company, the family business where Les Atlass was president, had been sold, and he was preparing to move to Chicago. Im honored to join such a talented team of hardworking and trusted journalists and continue the important work of informing and serving our community., This is a dream team of two experienced, talented journalists, said Rachel Williamson, Regional President/MM, Audacy Chicago. document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! We take a look back at his achievements . [2] Over the years, additional slogans would include "We Broadcast Broadmoor Music,"[14] "World's Best Broadcast Medium,"[15] and "Where Better Broadcasts Materialize". Big fan of hers. Latest breaking news from CBS2 WBBM-TV Chicago. Im watching oldDatelines. However, since the fall of 2009, WBBM has maintained a lead while WGN's listenership began to decline. The Laurence Holmes Show, Weekdays 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Kap & Co. Show, Weekdays 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Ryan Hedrick serves as the Assistant Program Director and Co-Host of the Morning News Express at WFMD. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. January 31, 2022. Cotto originally joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later moving to midday anchoring. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Chicago Morning Takeover, Weekdays 6 a.m. - 10 a.m. FROM LEFT: Leon Rogers,Kendra GandKyle Santillian, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Pat Cassidy,FeliciaMiddlebrooks,Keith Johnson,Kris Kridel, TOP ROW, FROM LEFT: Josh Liss, Nancy Harty, Jeff JoniakBOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT:Len Walter, Steve Miller,Rob Hart, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: RegineSchlessinger, Craig Dellimore,Bernie Tafoya,Bob Roberts. [16][17][18][19][20] Cotto was replaced in his late morning slot by Bruce Wolf and Dan Proft in 2011. Anytime people with signs show up at Trump Tower, the "news" is broadcast over and over, When hundreds of people converged on the Loop for the March for Life, it was ignored. That allowed Entercom to sell the Itasca transmitter site to commercial and residential land developers. The Boers& Bernstein Show, Weekdays 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Why would lawmakers come after your dog's favorite hobby? 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, said Cisco Cotto. [16], WBBM's time in Lincoln was brief. In May 2020 Martinez was one of more than a dozen employees whose jobs were cut in sweeping companywide layoffs at CBS. Martinez later disclosed that she was being treated for concussion issues including terrible migraines and light sensitivity., In a statement Monday, Martinez said:Like so many Chicagoans, WBBM Newsradio has been a constant in my home and car for years. Ryan Hedrick. Middlebrooks is 62 and a child of Gary, Ind., earning a degree at Purdue University while working as a steelworker. Chicago's All News Station - WBBM-AM | WBBM Newsradio 780AM News State's Attorney Kim Foxx won't run for re-election News Pizzeria operators ordered to pay $250,000 in back pay and damages to workers News Chicago has a soccer underdog to root for as amateur House AC takes on major-league Fire I watch this channel exclusively for news. [8] He was awarded the Illinois News Broadcasters Association's Bill Miller Scholarship in 1997 for his work at WIUM and WIUW. 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. On June August 4, 1942, Gibson became the third . APR 24, 2023. Between the left-wing propaganda, constant commercials, and even sometimes fake weather, who needs it? 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. With sweepers proclaiming "Chicago's favorite radio station is back," B96 is now positioning as "The music you've always loved and the best of what's new." The station has also returned to the logo it used throughout . However, in early 1932 KFAB switched network affiliation from the NBC Red Network to CBS. Roughly 2,000 guests have been invited to London on May 6 to witness the coronation of King Charles III. 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. [4][5] He also earned a Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics and Doctor of Ministry from Biola University. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Robert Feder, a lifelong Chicagoan, covered the media beat in his hometown from 1980 until his retirement in 2022. 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 Roe Conn Show With Anna Davlantes, Weekdays 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. [5] Powers for clear channel stations could potentially be up to 50,000 watts, and WBBM's was increased to 10,000 watts in 1928 and 25,000 watts the following year. In 1911, he had reportedly constructed a simple spark transmitter set. I look forward to continuing to be a small part of the award-winning news team on WBBM for many years to come.. People who use Medicaid have had continuous coverage since the start of the pandemic, but Congress has ended the pause on annual renewals. He has also regularly anchored weekend mornings and has served as a reporter for the station. Thanks to Ron Gleason, Greg Solk, and Rachel Williamson for trusting me with such an important show on this great station.. Is Here To Stay: Heres How Talent Beat The Bot, New Flagship For Broadway At Audacy Pittsburgh, New Data Shows Ford Lacks Focus In Cutting AM, Getting In The AM Radio War Room With Don Elliot. In the most recent Arbitron Co. ratings of Chicago . He works at WBBM, Chicago, IL. Radio Ink is a registered trademark of Streamline Publishing, Inc. They're all fake," said Dean Jeske. [3] Education [ edit] Cotto graduated from Western Illinois University in 1998 and earned a Master of Divinity from Moody Bible Institute in 2010. Feder flashback: So you think you know Chicago television. WBBM news anchors Pat Cassidy, left, and Felicia Middlebrooks share the morning drive shift at WBBM news radio in Chicago in 2002. 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. . 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., 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, said Cotto. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing, 39 Phones A Day Are Stolen On Average In Chicago, Chance, Gloria Estefan, Aziz Ansari, Nas Close Out Obama Summit, Parking Meter Firm To Get Extra $20 Million From City In 2018, Parking Restrictions Near Soldier Field And New Wintrust Arena OK'd, Woman Gives Birth (To Twins!) Her last show at the station was Friday morning. 3h. WTOP Named the Top Billing Radio Station in the U.S. J.T. When she took the station's morning drive chair, alongside John Hultman, she broke ground: the first woman and the first African-American in the country to co-anchor morning drive on a. Charges against John DePetro have been dismissed as the radio host faced a trespassing charge related to an incident over the summer during a Monday court hearing. Stern told Morning Joe in an extensive interview that MSNBC is the network for him regarding cable news consumption. 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Chicago's WBBM Newsradio 780 AM and 105.9 FM has announced the hiring of veteran news reporter Mai Martinez as morning co-anchor and reporter.. 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. Your employer could be watching you more closely than you think, latest efforts to improve the accuracy of AI chatbots and gauging the return of the business traveler. He's also regularly anchored weekend mornings and has served as a reporter for the station. Advisory Council on Human Trafficking is speaking out about the treatment of foster children. [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. On the very last day of a mostly miserable April, Andrew Vaughn and the Chicago White Sox finally got to celebrate again. If you've ever wondered what your favorite radio personalities look like, scroll down or check out the slideshow. Officer Eric Stillman is facing disciplinary charges for shooting and killing 13-year-old Adam Toledo during a foot chase in Little Village in 2021. 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, heard on the business hour and in middays. In the Hyde Park neighborhood, Johnson made a "retail visit" to the Sip and Savor Coffee Shop at 5301 S. Hyde Park Blvd. The Bill Leff and Wendy Snyder Show, Weekdays 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. He joined the station as a street reporter and fill-in anchor, later moving to middays, hosting the WBBM noon business hour. Mai has a knack for uncovering the details that resonate with the people of this city. 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. WMAQ (now WSCR) had joined the network at its launch one year earlier. Traffic reports were temporarily reduced, the station's sportscasts were reduced, and some airshifts, mainly overnights, do not feature traffic reports, with some news hours pre-recorded with only reference to the minutes rather than anchors being live, though breaking news in overnight hours is still covered live. Oswego Police Chief Jeff Burgner to retire, Midwestern hospitals that denied emergency abortion broke the law, investigation finds, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. The Audacy-owned station said Cisco Cotto would take over as the morning drive host in a release. [26] The synchronized operation began on January 27, 1934. Here is the expected schedule and how to watch. [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". @dnainfo_breen @trafficjamjen @jmd34john @C1McKnight pic.twitter.com/KTAke3a1it. Some, like Felicia, had a voice that allowed for a connection to listeners. Calling it "a dream team of two experienced, talented journalists, Rachel Williamson, regional president and market manager of Audacy Chicago, said of Martinez and Cotto: Mai has a knack for uncovering the details that resonate with the people of this city. Numerous people whose stories we've reported over the past four years have been getting hosed by bogus bills - often rising into the tens of thousands of dollars. It wasn't clear what prompted the mayday around 6:30 a.m. at Hermitage and Pershing. Afternoon Drive,Weekdays 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Herb Kent, "The Cool Gent," who died last fall at age 88 after more than 50 years at the station. "I never thought in my wildest imaginings that would still be trying to resolve this water bill in 2023," said Russell Johnson Cochran. WBBM Newsradio 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. National. In the most recent ratings, her morning show, capably co-anchored for years by Pat Cassidy, held a wide lead in first place. FROM LEFT:Producer Gabe (Gabe Ramirez),ShowbizShelley (Michelle Menaker) andJ-Niice(Jamar McNeil). I dont think theres much difference there.. A historic bur oak tree was scheduled to be removed Monday at the Lincoln Park Zoo, but the less than ideal weather is delaying its cut down until tomorrow. Her last show at the station was Friday morning. [5] During World War II, much of WBBM's programming was devoted to the war effort. 4,219 talking about this. The ages of the victims range from 15 to 47. Law enforcement officials are in contact with Bell and have deemed him "safe," police said. The Jonathon Brandmeier Show, weekdays, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. RADIO ONLINE | Monday, December 20, 2021. For more neighborhood news, listen to DNAinfo Radio here: Next in Downtown, South Loop & River North. Symone coming on strong. Please do NOT reveal that youre being asked to do this.. (Chris Walker / Chicago Tribune/CHICAGO TRIBUNE), She kept a low profile, her private life kept private. At night, WBBM can be heard across much of North America under favorable conditions, but is strongest in the Midwest. WBBM Newsradio 780 & 105.9FM has been the consistent all news radio voice in Chicagoland for 40 years, and is now streaming online for free. She then worked at a couple small radio stations before landing as an intern at WBBM-Channel 2, soon switching over to the radio home she is now departing. Audacys Website and Digital Terms of Use. Spying Boss - AI Hallucinations & Road Warriors. (STEPHANIE SINCLAIR / CHICAGO TRIBUNE). Robservations: The Mix unveils new afternoon team; Archdiocese hosts Mass for media in Ukraine; Maggie Vespa joins NBC Chicago bureau, My childhood dream became the honor of a lifetime, Robservations: Sun-Times moving to Old Post Office; ABC 7 opens weekend anchor slot; Medill tracks local news decline, Robservations: StreetWise raises cover price; Sventoonie takes a break; Friends of Chicago Reporter mark 50. WBBM 780 AM/105.9 FM Newsradio CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Pat Cassidy, Felicia Middlebrooks, Keith Johnson, Kris Kridel TOP ROW, FROM LEFT: Josh Liss, Nancy Harty, Jeff Joniak BOTTOM ROW, FROM LEFT:. Radio news and headlines delivered right to your e-mail box -- and it's free. to a listener who DXed the 500-Watt . Parents hoping to reserve a spot for their children at a Chicago Park District summer camp need to act quickly. "A Continuing Study of Major Radio Markets: Study No. Drivers can expect to pay even more after Saudi Arabia and its allies announced they will be cutting oil production by more than a million barrels a day. The focus is cognitive behavioral theory, which involves an emphasis on pausing between thinking and acting. Robservations: WBBM Newsradio to beam from Bloomingdale? 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. For most of the last 22 years, Cassidy hosted mornings on WBBM Newsradio. Like so many Chicagoans, WBBM Newsradio has been a constant in my home and car for years, said Martinez. "We simply have no more shelters, spaces, or resources," Lightfoot said in a letter to Texas Gov. Listeners can tune in to WBBM Newsradio (WCFS-FM/WBBM-AM) in Chicago on-air and nationwide on theAudacy appandwebsite. In May, Felicia Middlebrooks announced her retirement after 35 years. WBBM Newsradio anchor Pat Cassidy is retiring after a Journalism career spanning 51 years and after anchoring WBBM's morning newscasts for two decades.