Craig Carton WIP mid-1990s, (returned part-time for 1999 only). Feel free to submit information for those that are, or were, on the air and those behind the scenes using the contact us page. Has filled in on WPHT and WWDB. (2001) Also works for Metro Networks doing news and traffic (KYW traffic / WPHT news) Previously news dept. All changes are effective November 23. The change coincided with KYW radio's move from the CBS Broadcast Center (which continues to house KYW-TV) to 2400 Market Street, along with Entercom's other Philadelphia radio stations and its corporate headquarters. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. Dr. Jim Corea Archive page -- Health and Fitness. A relay transmitter, KYWA, was set up in late 1928, although it was no longer needed by the spring of 1930. In 1927, Westinghouse affiliated its four radio stations (KYW, KDKA in Pittsburgh, WBZ in Springfield and WBZA in Boston) with the National Broadcasting Company's (NBC) Blue Network, originating from WJZ in New York City, which had been transferred from Westinghouse to the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) in 1923. Now working at WTOP in Washington. Filled in on WWDB and WPHT. Cathy Donnelly Formerly on NJ101.5. Bill Burns - anchor (1953-1989); died in 1997. ), Joe Chiodo News reports. [19] It largely simulcast KYW's programming and later moved to 92.5 MHz as KYW-FM when the FM dial was shifted. Also worked at WINS in NYWTOP in Washington, CBS Radio in NY, etc. This initial station proved successful, so in 1921 the company developed plans to set up additional stations in major population centers, including WJZ in Newark, New Jersey (now WABC in New York City), and WBZ, originally in Springfield, Massachusetts, and now in Boston. Still in the Philly area. Pinball whizzes were competing for trophies, prizes and a chance to qualify for the Pennsylvania State Championship. The hard-throwing Phillies prospect's fastball touched 99 mph in his spring training debut Wednesday. A qualified candidate must be news-savvy, full of fresh and relatable story ideas, willing to jump into the anchor chair at a moment's notice. He even mentioned it on his show.Art Bell's bumper music Chase by Giorgio Moroder | Art Bell's bumper 'theme song' The Moody Blues, Ride My See-Saw. The Commission renewed NBC's licenses for WRCV radio and television, on the condition that the 1956 station swap with Westinghouse be reversed. Picture coming soon. Various issues and concerns are discussed regarding veterans, their dependents, and survivors. Jeff Katz - www.radiokatz.com WPHT, Brought in to fill in afternoons after the Sept. 11 attack, was hired on 10/01. Maxine Schnall Hosted show on WCAU-AM in the early to mid-1980s, Scoot Formerly of WPHT 1020-AM in the afternoons. Glen Macnow picture 2006 WIP - Glen has been a mid-day host on WIP since 1993. A new report indicates that industrial pollution is on the rise across the country, and the Keystone State is one of the worst offenders. Mark Daniels (submitted 10/01) WFIL - Station's local talk/news/commentary show for over 5 years. 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. He then went on to replace Howard Stern after Stern was "fired" from WNBC and now does overnights on WOR. Previously Producer on WIP 610-AM. Joey Reynolds Joey Reynolds was a Philly radio guy. 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. PECO is providing real-life experience for young people interested in working in energy. [5] By fall of 1922 the station was operating for twelve hours a day.[6]. [7] WEBH was deleted,[8] and the other two stations were merged, with a dual call letter assignment of KYW-KFKX, although the latter call sign would be rarely if ever used after 1930. In November 2017, CBS Radio merged with Entercom, which is based in Philadelphia. Daryl has one daughter and has lived in Philadelphia most of his life. (Updated 2004), Frank L. Rizzo Frank Lazarro Rizzo (1920-1991) -- also known as "The Big Bambino" - Born in Philadelphia on October 23, 1920. [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. Callahan says this winter has been especially rough and more snow days meant subtracting days from the spring break and from days built in toward the end of the school year. Valerie Knight Picture.Update 2016: Valerie Knight leaves WOGL, John Kobylt and Ken Chiampou Part of the John and Ken team (Ken Chiampou) NJ101.5 afternoons 1990-92. 12 am - Levon Putney. He also was a host on two cable TV shows. KYW Newsradio United States employs 49 employees. The bridge opened to vehicle traffic later Friday morning after an hours-long closure. He was nominated again for Mayor but died before the election of a heart attack on July 16, 1991. The transaction separated KYW from its television counterparts, and marked the first time since its establishment 96 years earlier that KYW was no longer owned by a direct descendant of Westinghouse. Jimmy Kimmel, co-host, was Kent's producer at one time. (6-01), Pat Toddy Producer at WWDB in the late 90's. Worked with Phil Valentine and Ron Dobson. Ultimately KenCrest West Director Josie Jones hopes these seniors will return one day and run their own classroom. 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. -- Died 2/25/1998 - Head of the Philadelphia real estate firm, Bernard C. Meltzer & Associates. Hired Frank Rizzo at WCAU and converted Tony Bruno from a sports/news sidekick to the morning host. It's called the pothole killer. Went to Infinity sister station KRLD 1080-AM in Dallas in 2004. Read more about this topic: KYW-TV, News Operation, News Team. Morning news at WDEL until July 20, 2001. 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. Music jock on WYSP until programming shakeup in summer 2001. Now in real estate in South Florida. The answer: By 1970, KYW was claiming the largest audience in the Philadelphia market, and by the mid-1970s, KYW was averaging as many of 1.4 million listeners a week, based on Arbitron ratings. Ken James Overnights on WWDB during the mid to late 80s - brother of Wynn Moore - favorite line to unresponsive callers."Earth calling Mars!" KYW Newsradio elevates Denise Nakano to midday anchor and Jay Scott Smith to afternoon anchor. The law bans specific traffic stops for minor violations like having a tail light out. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Update Spring 2002, heard on WIP. They rejoined on WWDB in the afternoon until WWDB flipped formats. Through the financial support of Samuel Insull, and the cooperation of Mary Garden, director general of the Chicago Opera Company, KYW's initial broadcasts consisted of the opera company's entire six-day-a-week winter season schedule. Heard now on various stations. Rich Teplitsky Former executive producer for WWDB. He was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinsons Disease in August 2017. KYW Radio Main Body Images Harry Martin and Specs Howard Jerry G and Phil Harper Jim Graner Jim Runyon and Larry Kenney Joe Finan and Rig Wilson outside of Brinks truck Joe Finan, Don Zimmerman, and Wes Hopkins KWY staff with beards KYW record library Mildred Funnell and Gloria Brown Radio personalities holding holiday sign Under the provisions of the FRC's General Order 40, a sweeping reallocation of station frequency assignments was implemented on November 11, 1928. KYW Newsradio, Philadelphia's leading multimedia newsroom, is seeking an experienced, dynamic broadcast journalist to be a news anchor on a part-time basis. Ellery, now living in Huntingdon Valley, worked for WOR in NY, WFLA, in Tampa and a host of other stations across America. Moved to WKRK (Live! The panel's chairman says it's not just idle chatter. Kimberly Adams joined NBC as a correspondent and fill-in host for real life, a cutting-edge newsmagazine show. Examiner Pratt's recommendation concluded that KYW's willingness to move to Philadelphia was the best possible outcome. Moved to WKRK (Live! A Colorado school district is prioritizing mental health by building a new facility that will double up as a school and a mental health day-treatment center. Paul Kirchner Hosts money talk show on WWDB 860-AM in Philadelphia since 200. KYW-TV shares a studio facility with its sister station WPSG (channel 57, Philadelphia's CW affiliate) just north of Center City Philadelphia, and its transmitter is located in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. Yikes Inc., a collaborativetech company, is looking to be a pioneering vehicle for diversity in a male dominated industry of web design and coding. Ahead of its historic simulcast on 103.9 FM on November 23, KYW Newsradio elevates Denise Nakano to midday anchor and Jay Scott Smith to afternoon anchor. Moved over to WBT in Charlotte, NC, August 7, 2006 (7/06). Formerly on WPHT 1210 AM and WWDB 96.5 Visit his website for ordering info for voice impressions answering machine tapes. After WCAU worked with Tom (Bigby) at WIP (1990 to 1992) before returning to the west coast. Morning news at WDEL until July 20, 2001. May not be reproduced or copied. Mellany Armstrong Former morning news reporter at WWDB. Finally it proposed moving the station to a Region 2 location, settling on Philadelphia. (Added/Updated 11/2003 by P.M.S. Died 5/31/1996. Starting Monday, the convenience chain is launching its summer hiring campaign. "I hope to return to the Senate later this month," the retiring senator said in a statement. Democrat nominee for Congress for NW Illinois 1968. (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. The effect of the Trump tax cut has led to some fierce political debate, particularly in states like New Jersey. Now (as of Spring 2001) is at the Internet arm of the Village Voice. Philadelphia city council. Officials say the road will be closed for "an extended period of time.". CBS-owned KYW Philadelphia has a new addition to its anchor team. Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com. Chuck Darrow South Jersey Courier Post columnist. 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. 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. The Phillies' flagship station, WIP-FM (94.1), could not air the game because of a conflict with the Philadelphia Eagles, who were playing a Thursday Night Football game at the same time.[45]. From the birth of rock 'n' roll in the 1950s through just about the end of the 20th Century, Cleveland was a great town for radio. Steve Bryant WCOJ West Chester. Daryl Gale Daryl Gale, WURD 900 AM talk radio host with Rotan Lee on Friday mornings from 7:00-10:00. Republican candidate for Illinois Senate 1972. Patterson says he wants to get situated, get a job, and take care of his family. In 1923, Westinghouse established a station, KFKX in Hastings, Nebraska, located near the center of the country. [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. Hurricane Harbor opens for the season on May 20. [23], On February 13, NBC changed KYW's call letters in Philadelphia to WRCV (for the RCA-Victor record label). It is owned and operated by the network's CBS News and Stations division alongside CW affiliate WPSG (channel 57). While you wait to be served, you might just get to hear a tune by Mr. A. Formerly on WWDB, News. Jay Scott Smith will move parttime to afternoon anchor, while former WCAU-TV anchor Denise Nakano takes middays. Shortly after that Dom Q. returned to 'DB weekends. (last updated 7/01), George Michaels Washington, D.C. television / local NBC station, channel 4. Customers who go to the drive-thru restaurant Wednesday can get a free donut with the purchase of any beverage. He replaced Ira Melman who did a mostly news show. The goal of the radio show is to encourage people to use computers and share community service information. Michelle Durham will continue in her role as afternoon anchor. ", Bernie McCain Formerly on WWDB 96.5 FM. Friday. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Ted Hechtman Financial host for a number of years on WDVT. His misadventures appealed to almost everyone. Five months earlier the company had converted WINS in New York City from a Top 40 format to all-news. Jay Scott Smith is an award-winning multimedia journalist who joined KYW Newsradio as a part-time anchor in 2019 after stints at media outlets in Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Detroit. (Spends some of her free time now using her voice fighting for animal rights). Anita Gevinson Formerly WYSP DJ in pre-Howard Stern days hosted "Ask Anita" talk segment in early or mid-80s; then moved onto full-time talk gig at WCAU-AM. Clark Deleon Former Inky columnist (page 2 section b) - As of winter 2000, daily columnist for the Metro. 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. Passed away the same day his show was to start on WPEN of a heart attack. Bob Kelly - weekday mornings (4:30-7 on KYW and 7-9 a.m. on WPSG) and weeknights at 5 and 6 p.m. Nicole Brewer - digital journalist and morning contributor, Dray Clark - weekday morning features reporter, Jericka Duncan - general assignment reporter, Elizabeth Hur - general assignment reporter, Todd Quinones - general assignment reporter, Robin Rieger - general assignment reporter, Diana Rocco - general assignment reporter, Stephanie Stahl - health and science reporter. He formerly worked for the Inquirer and was on the popular Prism show, "Great Sports Debate." She hopes to inspire little girls to become firefighters. [15] When KYW moved to Philadelphia, it changed from NBC Blue to NBC Red, predecessor of modern-day NBC,[16] an affiliation it maintained during the remainder of the 1930s and throughout the 1940s;[17] KYW was thus unaffected when, in 1942, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compelled RCA to divest itself of one of its two radio networks, resulting in the divestiture of the NBC Blue network (which later became the American Broadcasting Company). In mid-May 1938, KYW moved to new studios at 1619 Walnut Street in Center City. (added 9/01). KYW Cleveland/WRCV Philadelphia (19561965). ", Schools to Pay $25,000 in Deal for FM Rights,. KYW not only was an all-news pioneer, it also . KYW broadcasts an all-news format and is branded as KYW . While on WPHT the team was split (Jay was released) and Hilarie continued the show for several months until she went to Metro. Moved to WIBG 1020-AM on July 31st, 2006. It broadcasts an all-news radio format and is branded as "KYW Newsradio". Started afternoons on NJ101.5 with Craig Carton in July 2002. 2 pm - Michael Wallace. Beasley Reece - sports director; weeknights at 6, 10 (on WPSG) and 11 p.m. Lesley Van Arsdall - sports anchor; weekend evenings. Sizemore was hospitalized in critical condition on Feb. 18 after suffering a stroke and brain aneurysm. Deceased. Updated Feb 10, 2020. TV Reporter/Media Relations and Public Speaking Consultant Havertown, Pennsylvania, United States 1K followers 500+ connections Join to view profile Fox 29 Philadelphia, WTXF About. Brandon Cottom is a security specialist and Pennsylvania resident who is competing on the 44th edition of the show "Survivor.". Liked to chat it up with Irv Homer in the afternoons. Steve Ross Talk show host at both WWDB & WCAU pulled double duty each Saturday - working 6-10 a.m., then returning at midnight, for yet another go 'round. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Austin DuttonStarted on WBUX then WPHT and WPEN. Johnny Goodtimes The Johnny Goodtimes Show on WURD AM 900 every Saturday at 11:00 a.m.. These were the days when some stations would give away $ if you answered your phone with "the phrase that pays." (4/04), Bernard Meltzer WPEN? NBC had to receive a waiver for the swap because KYW and NBC Radio's New York City flagship, WRCA (now WFAN) were both clear channel stations. 3:30 pm - Michael Wallace and Steve Scott. Harry Gross Long time financial show, also had a column in the Daily News. Program Director/Production Manager at 1440 WNPV, Lansdale-Philadelphia. Email wallykennedy at aol dot com (added 1/07), Amy Kaplan KYW 1060-AM News -- Worked at WPHT with Steve Martorano in the afternoons. The list of legendary Philadelphia radio personalities and disc jockeys is a long one. When I was doing a parody piece on local talk radio he allowed me to use some of his material and images. (Thumbnail pics, Peter - Scott), Chuck Cooperstein WIP 610-AM early 1990's. Pat Farnack Former morning news co-host on WWDB (with Gil Gross and then Earl Bailey) when that station was doing Newstalk. Pictures of News Anchors and Reporters. Currently Director of Communications for Bell Labs at Lucent Technologies in New Jersey. (2-07), Mike Rossi WIP 610-AM. Previously on WWDB from fall 1996 through all of 1997. Former Kiss-100 morning man. 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. Dave Uram is an American Reporter reporting morning news on KYW News radio. Previously long-time WWDB news reporter. The Philadelphia school district says asbestos was detected in the West Oak Lane High school after a routine inspection. late 60's at least. (Pat is on left) (6-01), Laura Tortella Shadow Traffic reporter for many years until they were absorbed by Metro Traffic. Mark Daniels is a 20+ year vet of Philly, South Jersey, and central PA radio. Resides (as of 2002) in New York City with his wife. Lost to John Anderson. 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. I am grateful for this opportunity and Im looking forward to being a part of this new era at KYW Newsradio, said Smith. Mary Mason WHAT 1340-AM. Financial update guy on KYW for a few years. We collected photos of many of these well-known TV journalists and anchors. Irving and Doncic became the first Dallas teammates to score at least 40 in the same game. Co-owner WBCB 1490-AM. Being able to make people laugh at a drop of a hat was no easy task. Started in talk radio on WWDB in the late '70s or early '80s. 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. In March 2014, KYW radio and television relocated to the sixth floor of 1555 Hamilton Street in Philadelphia, in what was initially referred to on-air as the "CBS Broadcast Center". Precipitation from a strong storm system will be light through the afternoon, but evening heavy rain will develop in the evening. (7/06), Mike Missanelli WIP 610-AM - mikemissanelli.com. NEXT WEBINAR! Voice of the Eagles broadcasts. "Not entirely by choice", says the former talker. Sid Mark Popular music host of the long-running Sunday with Sinatra Show WWDB then WPHT. Deceased. 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. (L.A.), Larry "Smokey" Gifford | Picture Former morning sports reporter at WWDB. Current afternoon anchor Ian Bush will transition to serve as morning co-anchor with Carol MacKenzie. Since 1992, popular Los Angeles talk hosts at KFI (1992-99, 2001-present) and KABC 1999-2000. Credited with the following quote - "A conservative is a liberal who was mugged the night before." Change Your Work, Change Your Wealth, Change Your Life IN REAL TIME. New York is working on a separate action with several states joining in, among them, New Jersey.