[34] Newscaster Steve Porter read the first newscast, which had been edited by Fred B. Walters, the former Harrisburg bureau chief and eventual Executive Editor. Marty Moss-Coane 91-FM WHYY - Public / Non-commercial radio. Thumbnail picture. Being able to make people laugh at a drop of a hat was no easy task. You had respected veterans like Walt Hunter, Pat Ciarrocchi, Kathy Orr, Susan Barnett, Chris May, Carol Erickson, Bob Kelly, and Beasley Reece in the house. In 1972, KYW moved to new studios in Independence Mall East, at Fifth and Market streets, where it would remain for the next 35 years. [14] Westinghouse used the studios and sales operations of WCAU. In 1927 the project was abandoned, although it was announced that the KFKX programming was being consolidated with KYW. DJ on Jammin' Gold 95.7-FM, filled in on WIP and WOGL 98.1-FM. The hard-throwing Phillies prospect's fastball touched 99 mph in his spring training debut Wednesday. (At the time WWDB 96.5FM was all talk radio with an AM drive news show) Worked in Washington as an Associated Press correspondent/editor/supervisor/anchor. NJ 101.5, WPHT 1210 AM (10 am to 1 pm), WWDB 96.5, Now on in Dallas Ft. Worth. Still in the Philly area. KYW is currently one of three "K" stations in Pennsylvania on the AM band, in addition to KDKA and, "Comparison of New and Old Rate Schedules of NBC. But development of FM radio was slow and Westinghouse decided to shut down KYW-FM in mid-1954; the equipment was donated to the Delaware Valley Educational Television Corporation and the Philadelphia Board of Education. Im excited to work with Carol [MacKenzie, morning co-anchor] and the team to tell our listeners what they need to know so they can get a head start on their day.. Since 1992, popular Los Angeles talk hosts at KFI (1992-99, 2001-present) and KABC 1999-2000. Named by Newsweek magazine as "the most celebrated radio host in New York" in 1979. Early Program Director, Talk and Car Show host, Video Rental Store pioneer. Diane Raymond Program Director also hosted mid-days (12:25-2 pm) on 'DB in the late 80s after Mary Mason left. ", Schools to Pay $25,000 in Deal for FM Rights,. KYW not only was an all-news pioneer, it also . Paul Kirchner Hosts money talk show on WWDB 860-AM in Philadelphia since 200. Democrat nominee for Congress for NW Illinois 1968. Ralph is also doing "Traffic on the Two's" from 5-7 am and at 25 past and 55 before the hour for KYW-TV. As of Spring 2004, New Director of all of the Clear Channel Radio stations in Washington DC and morning news anchor on Clear Channel's WBIG - Big 100 in DC. (Updated 2004), Frank L. Rizzo Frank Lazarro Rizzo (1920-1991) -- also known as "The Big Bambino" - Born in Philadelphia on October 23, 1920. KYW's signal on the new frequency experienced difficulties in covering the entire city of Chicago. Various issues and concerns are discussed regarding veterans, their dependents, and survivors. Clark on Digital City AOL or AOL keyword = Clark, Jeff Deminski Partnered with Bill Doyle on NJ101.5 afternoons, 1993-1999. Mixup", "Directory of U.S. Commercial FM Stations", "Westinghouse buys WPTZ (TV) for record $8.5 million", "NBC, WBC trade properties in Cleveland, Philadelphia", "NBC-Westinghouse swap approved; FCC stirs Justice Dept. Local guy. Laura came back to the air with the popular "The Sunlight Lounge" (Standards and more) on WSNI 104.5-FM in March 2004. Franny Rizzo Son of the former Mayor. Russ Miller Formerly of WWDB 96.5-FM Real Estate and Your Estate. Pictures of News Anchors and Reporters. Also filled in as needed for producers Rhonda Hibbler, Maureen "The Magnificent" Sears, John Rose, and Tim "Hammerhead" Hallorhan to produce for Dominic Quinn, Irv Homer, and Susan Bray. Anthony Caple says he'd rather wear his own "5 Star" sweatshirt line than something from Gucci. Joan Jones Voice over / Commercials / WPHT news -- most recently heard doing fill-in work December 2008 for the Wall Street Journal radio hour. Tobi Schwartz-Cassell Newsperson at WWDB-FM from 1980-1997, and did a brief stint at WPEN-AM in the early 80s. Almost immediately after the NBC-Westinghouse trade was finalized, Westinghouse complained to the FCC and the United States Department of Justice that it had been coerced into making the station swap, including a threat by NBC to revoke Westinghouse's NBC-TV affiliations. "As KYW Newsradio broadens its reach on crystal-clear 103.9 FM, we are happy to expand the roles of these outstanding journalists," said David Yadgaroff, SVP/Market Manager, Entercom Philadelphia."Ian, Jay, and Denise bring invaluable experience and insight that will help Philadelphia's most-trusted news team serve our region at this critical time and beyond." After Bigby left the station in 2004 Neal served as interim PD and then Operations Manager. Entercom announces a revamped weekday on-air lineup for KYW Newsradio, Philadelphias trusted source for news and information. Nikazy, who serves as midday anchor and hosts KYW's "Reporters Roundup," has been with Paul W. returned home to Michigan (grew up in Monroe) and started at WJR (replacing the legendary J. P. McCarthy) on July 1, 1996 -- (added 5-01) Paul W. Smith Archive page. Austin DuttonStarted on WBUX then WPHT and WPEN. It consistently clocked a late-arriving all-news rival, WCAU-AM, which eventually gave up the format. Philadelphia radio personality Hy Lit briefly worked at WRCV during the first year of NBC ownership, hosting a local rock-and-roll program and an adult standards show for the NBC network. Shown here at left. Former QVC host. Daryl Gale Daryl Gale, WURD 900 AM talk radio host with Rotan Lee on Friday mornings from 7:00-10:00. The announcement comes as Apple tries to claw its way back to dominance in the classroom. (6-01), Pat Toddy Producer at WWDB in the late 90's. Under the provisions of the FRC's General Order 40, a sweeping reallocation of station frequency assignments was implemented on November 11, 1928. (6-01) - Also does an Oldies show with music and interviews of artists from the '50s, '60s and 70's from Philly and South Jersey, OOT'S Two Street Radio Show on: WWZK FM - OLDIES 94.3 FM on Sundays at 6 pm and also on 1490 WBCB on SUNDAYS at 6 pm. Formerly on WPHT 1210-AM - Does reports on KYW-AM, Dave Skalish Chief engineer WPHT 1210-AM, previously at KYW 1060-AM, Perry Michael Simon NJ101.5 Program Director 1991-94. The city's opioid epidemic claimed 1,200 lives to overdoses in 2017, and it's created a new phenomenon of encampments under several railroad bridges in Kensington. Watch CBS News KYW Newsradio 1060 An Unusual Community Springs Up From Philadelphia's Opioid Epidemic The city's opioid epidemic claimed 1,200 lives to overdoses in 2017, and it's created a new. (12/02), Dominic Quinn Program Director for WWDB then mornings on 'DB from the late '70s till late '80s. Update Spring 2002, heard on WIP. Little known fact was that he was part of a group aiming to buy out WFIL from Jerry Lee for another talk station. Great things are happening at KYW Newsradio including the expansion to FM and Im thrilled to be a part of this growing, diverse news team, said Nakano. Denise Nakano joined KYW Newsradio as a fill-in anchor in the summer of 2020 after 17 years as an anchor and reporter for NBC10 in Philadelphia, following stints in Seattle, Syracuse, and California. In November 1920, the Westinghouse Electric & Manufacturing Company established its first broadcasting station, KDKA, located at its plant in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to promote the sales of its radio receivers. Also worked at WINS in NYWTOP in Washington, CBS Radio in NY, etc. (4/04), Bernard Meltzer WPEN? His first gig in radio was as a WIP Sports radio intern in May 2009, working on a variety of shows most notably, Angelo Cataldi and The Morning Team. Clark Deleon Former Inky columnist (page 2 section b) - As of winter 2000, daily columnist for the Metro. Passed away in 2022.https://www.mudgeeguardian.com.au/story/7600864/susan-bray-delong-a-trailblazing-pioneer-for-women-in-radio-dies-aged-79/. Ian, Jay, and Denise bring invaluable experience and insight that will help Philadelphias most-trusted news team serve our region at this critical time and beyond.. At the time, the FCC normally did not allow common ownership of clear channel stations with overlapping nighttime coverage. Dave Uram is an American Reporter reporting morning news on KYW News radio. Kimberly Adams joined NBC as a correspondent and fill-in host for real life, a cutting-edge newsmagazine show. KYW (1060 kHz) is a commercial AM radio station licensed to serve Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ellery, now living in Huntingdon Valley, worked for WOR in NY, WFLA, in Tampa and a host of other stations across America. One audio clip in the Audio Vault. (5/28/02), John Stolnis Added June, 2001 - WWDB96.5 FM, fill-in host. "I hope to return to the Senate later this month," the retiring senator said in a statement. 97.1) Detroit, where they've done afternoons since moving from New Jersey; achieved infamy when a bit they did on WKRK merited a large indecency fine. Jimmy Kimmel, co-host, was Kent's producer at one time. Every job fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through Tuesday morning for much of the Lehigh Valley and northern New Jersey. KYW-TV - News Operation - News Team - Current On-air Staff Current On-air Staff Anchors Susan Barnett - weeknights at 5, 6, 10 (on WPSG) and 11 p.m. Natasha Brown - weekend evenings Pat Ciarrocchi - Talk Philly co-host Anne Marie Green - Sunday mornings Chris May - weeknights at 5, 6, 10 (on WPSG) and 11 p.m. He is a winner of two Best Sports Feature awards and a Best Newscast honor from the Associated Press, and is a past Vice President of Broadcast for the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists. [32] Following nearly a year of appeals by NBC, Westinghouse regained control of WRCV-AM-TV on June 19, 1965, and subsequently restored the KYW call letters to the radio station. Tom MacDonald News. Steve Friedman passed away. Currently weekend traffic reporter on KYW 1060 AM plus Eagles traffic on WYSP FM. Art Bell's bumper music Chase by Giorgio Moroder, Art Bell's bumper 'theme song' The Moody Blues, Ride My See-Saw, https://www.mudgeeguardian.com.au/story/7600864/susan-bray-delong-a-trailblazing-pioneer-for-women-in-radio-dies-aged-79/, https://www.inquirer.com/news/broadcasters-remember-frank-ford-20090416.html, Archived Audio of Jay on WNBC with pictures. It's called the pothole killer. Now can be heard on WOL Radio in Washington, DC on 1340 AM (1pm-4pm, Monday-Friday), and on XM (added 12/01). Email wallykennedy at aol dot com (added 1/07), Amy Kaplan KYW 1060-AM News -- Worked at WPHT with Steve Martorano in the afternoons. 97.1) Detroit, where they've done afternoons since moving from New Jersey; achieved infamy when a bit they did on WKRK merited a large indecency fine. Notable Former On-air Staff Susan Barnett - anchor (1999-2003); now at KYW in Philadelphia. She is an Edward R. Murrow and multi-Emmy Award-winning journalist, as well as an active member of and previous National Board Representative of the Asian American Journalists Association. Started afternoons on NJ101.5 with Craig Carton in July 2002. Originally from Australia, she moved back there after WWDB stopped talk programming. KYW anchors and reporters were seen on morning television delivering the news. The shooting remains under investigation and officials say no further information will be released at this time. Left 'DB in 1990 for a promotion director position at Philadelphia Magazine; later served as director of media relations and sports information at Philadelphia University. KYW Newsradio 1060 has jettisoned the signature teletype sound that accompanied its AM radio broadcasts in Philadelphia for decades. Howard Eskin WIP 610-AM -- Previously, TV Sportscaster, WMMR. (6-01), Mike Vagnoni WNWR 1540 AM -- WBCB 1490 AM -- Out on the Town. Glitch affects some Nissan Rogues and Rogue Sports; company says no crashes have been reported. Passed away the same day his show was to start on WPEN of a heart attack. Michelle Durham will continue in her role as afternoon anchor. Morning News on WOGL(Oldies) on the Don Cannon show. These young chefs had two hours in the kitchen at the Art Institute of Philadelphia to create two dishes from memory. Ted Hechtman Financial host for a number of years on WDVT. (Update by Michele M - September 2002) - Judi had a pretty illustrious career before 101.5. Gerry Kosinski Did fill-in work at WWDB while Matt Zucker was the P.D. Updated Feb 10, 2020. Fran Sorin WPHT - The Gutsy Gardener - Saturdays 6 to 8 am.(5/02). Currently out of radio and a partner in a private jet charter business. As the weather begins to warm many of us may be thumbing through seed catalogs planning the spring vegetable garden. Pat Croce One-time host on WIP. Current afternoon anchor Ian Bush will transition to serve as morning co-anchor with Carol MacKenzie. Ian Bush moves from afternoon to co-anchor mornings. Picture. In 2003 Hilarie was working at CFUN in Vancouver, Canada. Previously on KYW. Brooke Daniels NJ101.5 middays and afternoons, 1990-93. -- picture with an unidentified woman at a WWDB event. Previously evening host on WWDB 96.5-FM and before that in many other markets including Texas & California. Daryl has one daughter and has lived in Philadelphia most of his life. (Thumbnail pics, Peter - Scott), Chuck Cooperstein WIP 610-AM early 1990's. The English language may hold a more disagreeable combination of words than The doctor will see you now. I am willing to concede something to the phrase Have you anything to say before the current is turned on?Robert Benchley (18891945), Comcast Sports Net New England - On-air Staff -, Susan Barnett - weeknights at 5, 6, 10 (on. It also wanted to start a station in Chicago. Danielle Wiggins anchors the 4:30 a.m. half hour and the Saturday edition of the GO! Bill Campbell WIP 610-AM and KYW 1060-AM Sports, "The Dean", Mary Cantell Metro Traffic, weekends. Reggie Bryant WHAT 1340-AM. (then) Morning anchor at WBAL, Baltimore. Greg Tantum WCAU 1210-AM -- 1988 to 1990 (Program Director). Frank Rizzo and Harry Gross at DB, Gil Gross Archive Page | Interview with Gil Gross WWDB 96.5-FM -- 1999-2000, brought in to anchor news then moved to the 9-noon slot for talk until DB ceased on 11/06/00 - updated 10/01 - Left the Philly area for mornings in LA for Clear Channel, KLAC, Rich Gunning -https://www.richgunning.com/ 2004-present: Traffic reporter with Metro Networks, on KYW News Radio 1060. Previously reported for WWDB. WNWR 1540-AM on Mondays from 1-2 pm. Most recently at KYW doing news. interest", "The great swap takes place June 19; Westinghouse, NBC return to original properties", "Dry run precedes KFWB's switch to all news", "End Of An Era As Industry Bids Goodbye to CBS Radio", "CBS Sets Radio Division Merger With Entercom", "CBS and Entercom Are Merging Their Radio Stations", "CBS3 introduces new meteorologist as KYW Newsradio switches to NBC10's First Alert weather team", "Delayed World Series bumps Eagles-Texans off Fox 29", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=KYW_(AM)&oldid=1136016294, Randomly assigned by the Department of Commerce, This page was last edited on 28 January 2023, at 06:52. [24] At the same time, Westinghouse changed the call letters of its new Cleveland station from WTAM to KYW. Worked with Dom Giordano as a team doing the morning show while the station prepped for its morning news show. Show removed near the end of the talk lineup, went south then to L.A. It is owned and operated by the network's CBS News and Stations division alongside CW affiliate WPSG (channel 57). Current afternoon anchor Ian Bush will transition to serve as morning co-anchor with Carol MacKenzie. Ultimately KenCrest West Director Josie Jones hopes these seniors will return one day and run their own classroom. [21], In June 1955 Westinghouse agreed to trade KYW and WPTZ to NBC in exchange for NBC's Cleveland properties, WTAM-AM-FM and WNBK television; Westinghouse also received $3 million in cash compensation. Sheryl Ann Kennedy Metro News. Based on its responsibilities as an NBC-owned outlet, WRCV carried all of NBC's network programming, such as the weekend Monitor magazine-style program. KYW serves as the flagship station of Audacy, Inc. KYW's studios are co-located within Audacy's corporate headquarters in Center City Philadelphia and its transmitter and two-tower directional antenna array are located in Lafayette Hill. However most KYW histories follow the path of the call letters, and refer to KYW moving from Philadelphia to Cleveland in 1956, then returning to Philadelphia nine years later.[26]. Abrams joined KYW in 1997 after serving as a reporter and columnist for the Reading Eagle and weekend news anchor early in his career at 610 WIP and 950 WPEN Philadelphia. Copyright 2022 RadioInsight / RadioBB Networks. Plucked from producing the Bernie McCain overnight graveyard shift show into the programming office by Program Director Diane Raymond and Executive Producer Ed Palladino; eventually succeeded Palladino as executive producer. Austin CulmerFormerly of WWDB, weekend overnight shift. Heard on WOR in New York until he retired. Now working at WTOP in Washington. Formerly of WWDB 96.5-FM, mid days in the 80's for a couple of years. Other jobs in Philly; Anchor, Co-Producer Inside Story 2002-2004 - Anchor, Co-Producer Sunday Live 1999-2004 - Host, Co-Producer Philly After Midnight 1997-2001. Worked at WINS in NY and WTOP in Washington, CBS Radio in NY and more. Fans of the Italian stallion can tune in to see all six "Rocky" movies streaming on a loop, all day, every day. Left to join WDRE Long Island, then worked as PD at KLSX Los Angeles and Ops Manager/weekend host at KLYY (Y-107) Los Angeles as well as consulting for Sabo Media (ongoing) and consulting a sitcom pilot for Comedy Central. Beasley Reece - sports director; weeknights at 6, 10 (on WPSG) and 11 p.m. Lesley Van Arsdall - sports anchor; weekend evenings. Filled in on WWDB and WPHT. He did a live call-in thing overnight. Home FAQ Anchor Birthdays Anchor Surveys GoGoMag.com Links: TVHeads.com As Seen On TV! Reports contributed to CBS are also sometimes aired by KYW, a CBS affiliate. [9], On May 15, 1933, after the FRC requested that stations using only one of their assigned call letters drop those that were no longer in regular use, KFKX was eliminated and the station reverted to just KYW.[10]. Also WWDB..morning news with Paul W. Smith. Some of Art Bell's show clips can be found here. Denise Nakano is being promoted to midday anchor and Jay Scott Smith to afternoon anchor. Ahead of its addition of an FM simulcast on 103.9 WPHI-FM Jenkintown on November 23, Entercom News 1060 KYW Philadelphia has announced a new daily anchor lineup. Don Cannon - anchor/reporter (1999-2008) Bill Currie - sports reporter (1971-1985), died February 11, 2008 Tony Dow, Jerry Mathers & Jack Hyland (WFIL-TV) Bob Witten, former KYW Newsradio Anchor (WFBG, Altoona) Jane Norman as "Space Girl" (WCAU-TV) Bob Menefee (WCAU Radio) News Anchor David Stanislaw (WPCA-TV, forerunner to WPHL-TV) Johnny Crawford & Rex Morgan (WFIL-TV) WCAU Radio Tour of Monaco (with Princess Grace and Caroline) 1963 Brandon Cottom is a security specialist and Pennsylvania resident who is competing on the 44th edition of the show "Survivor.". Now (as of Spring 2001) is at the Internet arm of the Village Voice. Has filled in on WPHT and WWDB. Jack McKinney Former WCAU-AM and CBS national syndicated talk radio personality, and former Philadelphia Daily News Columnist. If you know of an index that extends to other radio people please let us know so we can link to it. Michael Smerconish - website | e-mail | picture 1994 | archive page WPHT 1210-AM (January 1998 to November 2001, left for half a year then returned) Started on WWDB 96.5-FM on Weekends around 1991 (6-01) Moved to mornings Year? Thumbnail pic from around 1998 updated 3/02 - Anchoring News and Talk duty at WEEU 830-AM - Weekends music DJ on 95.7. (Spends some of her free time now using her voice fighting for animal rights). KYW Newsradio 1060 is saying goodbye to CBS3 and beginning a new content partnership with NBC10 and Telemundo62 that will bring Schwartz and other NBC personalities to the radio station's listeners. Previously on WWDB from fall 1996 through all of 1997. Karin's news beat kept the Philadelphia region aware of all the unique . Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com. (11/02). Limited Commercial license, serial #241, call letters KYW, issued November 15, 1921, to the Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company in Chicago, for a one year period. A new report indicates that industrial pollution is on the rise across the country, and the Keystone State is one of the worst offenders. ", Bernie McCain Formerly on WWDB 96.5 FM. House Republican leaders maintain Zabel should resign. Don't be surprised when you turn on your radio and hear Glenn "Hurricane" Schwartz offering a weather report. Tyrone T. Dancy Host & Producer of the Veterans hour Radio program, aired the first Saturday of each month on WDAS-am 1480 From 6-7 pm. Jeff also worked in syndication for Liberty Broadcasting with a local outlet in WCPJ before moving to California to take a job at KNEW 910AM. Jody McDonald WIP 610-AM 1990's - WFAN in New York. Reveal contacts of top KYW Newsradio managers and employees. It broadcasts an all-news radio format and is branded as "KYW Newsradio". KYW-TV, channel 3, is an owned and operated television station of the CBS Television Network, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. She came from New York City doing middays WDBZ 105.1 the Buzz and before that did swing at 95.5 WPLJ New York under the legendary Scott Shannon..just thought you'd like to knowMichele. Friday. Mellany Armstrong Former morning news reporter at WWDB. Formerly on WWDB, News. Bill Corsair Popular overnight host on WCAU 1210 AM. His daily comedy bit called "Congo Curt" featured a well- intended, but highly inept jungle explorer. ), John DiPrimio Co-founder of Citizens for Common Sense. 5 am - Paul Murnane. Updated 11/2003 by P.M.S) Now operating a consultancy for talk radio guests, based in Tucson. Join Jill on Money LIVE A NEW SUBSCRIPTION WEBINAR SERIES Join CFPs Jill Schlesinger and Mark Talercio (aka the Best Producer in the World) each quarter for an exciting, open mic online video webinar where she'll host special guests and take audience questions. Previously WWDB News back to the mid 80's. Steve Bryant WCOJ West Chester. GoGoMag.com & TVHeads.com are not . Had a show on various shifts on WWDB, WNPV. Mayor of Philadelphia, Pa., 1972-80. Edward R. Murrow Award (Radio) 2021 The "sandwich" was added to the fast food chain's menu in 2010 and reappeared in 2014. He also was a host on two cable TV shows. Ellery has mostly retired from radio. Most know for hosting the longest-running and highly rated TV talk show AM Philadelphia (1984-1997). Detours are now diverting traffic from I-295 northbound to Route 130. Radio KYW (1060 kHz, "Newsradio 10-60") is a commercial AM radio station licensed to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. [29] Several months later in early 1960, NBC announced it would trade its Philadelphia stations to RKO General in exchange for that company's Boston outlets, WNAC-AM-FM-TV. Publicity photo from WCAU 89-90 (Picture courtesy of Mike Rossi) Frank Rizzo and Harry Gross at WWDB circa 1990 Links: Northeast Times retrospective. (KH, 10/06, updated 3/07). Bill Burns - anchor (1953-1989); died in 1997. Grace Blazer Started at WPHT 1210-AM in 1996. Finally it proposed moving the station to a Region 2 location, settling on Philadelphia.