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. Brooke Daniels NJ101.5 middays and afternoons, 1990-93. Rod Carson Metro Networks - KYW traffic. The network maintenance will conclude at 12:00 p.m. Saturday. The U.S. Fire Administration reports only 5% of the country's career firefighters are women. "Radio requires constant relocation and I won't do that anymore." TV/RADIO | MORE: KYW-TV News Anchors and Reporters Coverage: Philadelphia Affiliation: CBS: Alycia Lane KYW-TV Anchor * Jericka Duncan KYW-TV Reporter * No longer with Network. Earle Bailey is now working for XMRadio in Washington as of 2004 (SiriusXM) Formerly WNEW FM New York, WLIR FM Thumbnail picture of Early Bailey from 2000, Art Bell (1945-2018)The iconic overnight host. Works in the Delaware Valley in a radio-related company. New York is working on a separate action with several states joining in, among them, New Jersey. 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. Came in from Dayton. Passed away the same day his show was to start on WPEN of a heart attack. Had a cult following on WPHT, late-night weekends. An update to that security scare at University Park Airport in State College. (5/02). 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. Moved to 860-AM on November 13, 2004. Updated 11/2003 by P.M.S) Now operating a consultancy for talk radio guests, based in Tucson. Named by Newsweek magazine as "the most celebrated radio host in New York" in 1979. Gerry Kosinski Did fill-in work at WWDB while Matt Zucker was the P.D. Precipitation from a strong storm system will be light through the afternoon, but evening heavy rain will develop in the evening. Harry Gross Long time financial show, also had a column in the Daily News. KYW Newsradio Inducts Three New Members Into Its Hall of Fame | Barrett Media The Audacy-owned station announced former Director of News & Programming Steve Butler, longtime morning news anchor Harry Donahue, and longtime afternoon anchor Steve Nikazy as its newest members. If you know of an index that extends to other radio people please let us know so we can link to it. Kate Bilo - meteorologist; weeknights at 5 and 6 p.m. Justin Drabick (AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist Seal of Approval) - meteorologist; weekend evenings, Carol Erickson (AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist and NWA Seals of Approval) - meteorologist; weekend mornings; also fill-in, Katie Fehlinger - meteorologist; weekday mornings (4:30-7 on KYW and 7-9 a.m. on WPSG). Waking up Philadelphia and the suburbs is an honor and a responsibility I dont take lightly, said Bush. Dennis Malloy WKXW NJ101.5-FM -- Long-time co-host with Judy Franco, middays. (4/04), Bernard Meltzer WPEN? Westinghouse fought a long legal battle, attempting to keep KYW operating as a clear channel station on 1020 in Chicago. Art Mckeown "Art the Builder" - Longtime partner with Rick Degregorio in the long-running home repair and fix-it show. Ive dedicated the last 16 years of my life to helping tell peoples stories including the last five in Philadelphia and Im happy to be a part of a newsroom that looks and feels like the city of Philadelphia.. Currently (2006-2007) anchors news on KYW 1060-AM. (1pm to 5pm). Drivers can also use the New Jersey Turnpike while road closures signs remain. Before coming to 'DB Derek was at WILM as a Reporter, Anchor and Managing Editor. Chris May - weeknights at 5, 6, 10 (on WPSG) and 11 p.m. Erika von Tiehl - weekday mornings (4:30-7 on KYW and 7-9 a.m. on WPSG), Ukee Washington - weekday mornings (4:30-7 on KYW and 7-9 a.m. on WPSG); also, Kathy Orr (AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist and NWA Seals of Approval) - chief. WRCV adopted a big band format featuring swing music popular during the pre-rock era. Fans are encouraged to hold onto their tickets for the rescheduled date. (4-04), Phil Valentine - Website - Archive Page WLAC 1510-AM Nashville TN. [4] At first, it was jointly operated by Westinghouse and Commonwealth Edison, with Westinghouse later taking over as sole operator. 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. His family was told on Monday that they would have to make an "end of life decision" as there was "no further hope" for recovery. He did a live call-in thing overnight. Now Ukee Washington is the last man standing because everybody else retired, quit, was fired unexpectedly, or joined FOX 29 instead. It became one of the first radio stations in the country to switch to an all-news radio format. Previously reported for WWDB. Since 1998, writer and Editor of the News-Talk-Sports department at AllAccess.com, based in the Los Angeles area. 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. Update 2003 - after a stint as an anchor with Fox Sports Radio Network, now PD at WBNS (Sports Radio 1460) Columbus, OH. 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. Chicago was located in Region 4, while the reallocation provisions had reserved 1020kHz for use in Region 2, a grouping of mid-Atlantic states. The move made KYW the easternmost U.S. radio station with a call sign beginning with "K". Starting Monday, the convenience chain is launching its summer hiring campaign. Signed Rush Limbaugh, gave Michael Smerconish his first show and helped lead WWDB to the highest ratings in its history, including a strong second place (7.0 share) in one ratings book to KYW. 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. Local Talk Radio / Radio PeopleThis is an archived page with no major additions expected other than link/file/spelling fixes - 2022Updates may be submitted via the Contact Page, Philly's first page devoted solely to keeping you in touch with those currently on the air plus information on familiar names from the past. KYW Newsradio's programming is also available via a simulcast on sister station 103.9 WPHI-FM and the HD2 subchannel of sister station 94.1 WIP-FM.[2]. [23], On February 13, NBC changed KYW's call letters in Philadelphia to WRCV (for the RCA-Victor record label). Susan has anchored the news for CBS News Radio in New York and WMAL and XM Satellite Radio in Washington DC. The bridge opened to vehicle traffic later Friday morning after an hours-long closure. KYW was assigned to the clear channel frequency of 1020kHz, but the assignment caused two major problems. Dr. Carlos Martinez, a Philadelphia Zoo Amphibian Conservation Biologist, says these toads emerge from hibernation and head to a vernal pool to spawn. Brandon Cottom is a security specialist and Pennsylvania resident who is competing on the 44th edition of the show "Survivor.". 3 pm - Steve Scott. 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. Lewis most recently anchored news and sports at the WMAQ Chicago. This is a developing story. On September 1, 1928, the Federal Radio Commission (FRC) ordered that their operations should be consolidated. Won Associated Press Award for Best Newscast in PA in 2004, successfully sued CBS, retired now and living in Vegas and Florida. CBS-owned KYW Philadelphia has a new addition to its anchor team. In March 2007, the studios moved one half-block to 400 Market Street in Center City Philadelphia, which allowed for the construction of the National Museum of American Jewish History. KYW anchors and reporters were seen on morning television delivering the news. Heard on WOR in New York until he retired. Started in talk radio on WWDB in the late '70s or early '80s. Previously at WWDB. Steve Friedman AKA "Mr. Movie" - reviews movies Saturday nights from 10 pm to 1 am. And before that worked freelance on WPEN. Rollye James Currently syndicated with WPHT 1210-AM as her home base. Before 'ILM, a freelancer at WDAS in Philly (updated July 2001), Pat Winters Used to do traffic for WWDB, middays (6-01). Rich Teplitsky Former executive producer for WWDB. Morning news at WDEL until July 20, 2001. 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. Kimberly Adams KYW At KYW news radio 1060, Adams works as an anchor, host, and reporter. Mickey Charles Hosted gambling/sports talk show on WCAU in the late 1970s, Ken Chiampou Part of the John (John Kobylt) and Ken team NJ101.5 afternoons 1990-92. Morning Zoo host on WMMR in the 80's. Examiner Pratt's recommendation concluded that KYW's willingness to move to Philadelphia was the best possible outcome. 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 Current afternoon anchor Ian Bush will transition to serve as morning co-anchor with Carol MacKenzie. He will be sadly missed. Federal prosecutors tipped their hand at a recent hearing that another shoe would drop, charging Ken Smukler with similar offenses. Steve Bryant WCOJ West Chester. Started out as an election night analyst (because of his 10 years in the PA State House of Representatives) with Bernie Herman and Dom Giordano. His misadventures appealed to almost everyone. Republican candidate for Illinois Senate 1972. Originally from Australia, she moved back there after WWDB stopped talk programming. Tobi Schwartz-Cassell see the C listings. Started afternoons on NJ101.5 with Craig Carton in July 2002. Michelle Durham will continue in her role as afternoon anchor. John DeBella - www.jdbshow.com - Archived Audio Clips (Sweepers 1998) Previously on WPHT 1210-AM, afternoons. March 30, 2023 KYW Newsradio in Philadelphia will be adding an FM signal on November 23, and on Thursday Entercom announced the station has revamped its lineup of news anchors. Shortly after, 'CAU was blown up by CBS, became WOGL-AM and simulcast the FM with no programming of its own. Mark Daniels is a 20+ year vet of Philly, South Jersey, and central PA radio. Died suddenly May 4th 2002 at his home in Northeast Philadelphia. Les Kinsolving WCBM 680-AM, Baltimore. The claims involved deputies and firefighters sharing grisly photos of the NBA superstar, his 13-year-old daughter and others killed in a 2020 helicopter crash. Moved to WPHT 1210-AM. 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. The law bans specific traffic stops for minor violations like having a tail light out. Senior Chris Ix, student council president at St. Joe's Prep, says the assembly was inspiring. Joseph Miller, 37, broke down in tears as he told the court that he not only lost his wife but also his best friend. The effort failed, with WCAU switching to a talk format after a three-year effort. (5/02) As of 2006-2007 time slot is weekdays 7-11 pm. Don Cannon - anchor/reporter (1999-2008) Bill Currie - sports reporter (1971-1985), died February 11, 2008 [36] The Westinghouse trio of all-news stations made numerous contributions to developing the all-news format. Ultimately KenCrest West Director Josie Jones hopes these seniors will return one day and run their own classroom. recent picture (2001) promo card from WWDB. Mary Mason WHAT 1340-AM. Jack McKinney Former WCAU-AM and CBS national syndicated talk radio personality, and former Philadelphia Daily News Columnist. Jocko Henderson being. From 1986 to 1998, KYW used the C-QUAM AM Stereo system, but abandoned stereo broadcasts about the time of the CBS-Westinghouse merger and went back to standard monophonic broadcasts. These were the days when some stations would give away $ if you answered your phone with "the phrase that pays." Nikazy, who serves as midday anchor and hosts KYW's "Reporters Roundup," has been with Update Spring 2002, heard on WIP. Anita broadcasts traffic for Shadow Traffic. Soon after he moved to L.A. with his wife. Began as a journeyman part-time show producer in 1986, where he worked with just about every 'DB host on the air at that time, including Bernie Herman, Jim Corea, Dom Giordano, Murray Needleman, Yvonne Kaye, and Les Kinsolving. Paul Perrello Picture -- Metro Traffic/News. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. Syndicates, "Do I Look OK?". Visit our, KYW Sets New Anchor Lineup Ahead Of Addition Of FM, From Banned To All-Weekend Stunt, KMLE & WPAW Goes Nonstop Morgan Wallen, Audacy Launches Front Range Country 103.1 Denver, Tino Cochino Radio Joins 106.1 Kiss-FM Dallas, News Center Maine: It was a lightning bolt: Maines WBLM celebrates 50 years of classic rock, Edison Research Releases 2023 Infinite Dial Study. NJ 101.5, WPHT 1210 AM (10 am to 1 pm), WWDB 96.5, Now on in Dallas Ft. Worth. (6/06), Ira Mellman Worked at WCAU twice and WFIL.- news with George Michael. (Added 11/2003), Paul W. Smith Former morning guy at WWDB FM in Philly. Picture of Mike at the Super Bowl. The Flyers traded Zac MacEwen for Lemieux and a fifth-round draft pick. Chuck is now on 103.3 ESPN radio in Dallas / Ft. Worth. (6/06), Barry Levine Formerly on WFPG - 1450-AM in Atlantic City until station change in 2000 picture, Jerry and Joe Long Known as the Sturdy Beggars, a satirist team. Allan has a long history in radio including his own syndicated sports show covering the Yankees and Mets. KYW Newsradio 1060 has revamped its on-air lineup as it prepares to begin simulcasting on the FM dial later this month. This website uses cookies. Hosted a talk show there then dabbled in theater and played small parts in a number of movies and a few TV shows. Greg Tantum WCAU 1210-AM -- 1988 to 1990 (Program Director). 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. 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. Larry Bowa Hosted sports show on WWDB on weekends during baseball off-season in the late 1970s. (2001) Also works for Metro Networks doing news and traffic (KYW traffic / WPHT news) Previously news dept. Metro's PD, Gordon Deal, was Ellery's newsman at WCTC in New Jersey. The Philly Talk Radio People Page is an original feature of PhillyTalk.com First published in June of 2001 from information gathered at this site since 1997 Original material copyright All rights reserved. (Update by Michele M - September 2002) - Judi had a pretty illustrious career before 101.5. Picture (6-01), Sol Weinstein overnights? Neal Newman WIP 2000-2004, Assistant PD under Tom Bigby. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Jody McDonald WIP 610-AM 1990's - WFAN in New York. KYW Newsradio United States employs 49 employees. (2-07), Stan Majors For nearly ten years (1992-2001) broadcast late night issue talk show nationally.total stations over 500 during that timesyndicated by three different national radio networks. Various issues and concerns are discussed regarding veterans, their dependents, and survivors. Left after illness then took a job in Texas with a CBS station near his family. The "sandwich" was added to the fast food chain's menu in 2010 and reappeared in 2014. Has filled in on WPHT and WWDB. -- Died 2/25/1998 - Head of the Philadelphia real estate firm, Bernard C. Meltzer & Associates. KYW-TV, channel 3, is an owned and operated television station of the CBS Television Network, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. That being said, here are 25 that we won't ever forget, in no particular order. Cathy Donnelly Formerly on NJ101.5. Worked for a time in the Agriculture Dept. Her website has syndication information and a few pictures. 'DB also picked up Harry Gross from 'CAU (and Frank Ford?) I have a soft spot for Art. Don't be surprised when you turn on your radio and hear Glenn "Hurricane" Schwartz offering a weather report. Edward R. Murrow Award (Radio) 2021 Worked with Dom Giordano as a team doing the morning show while the station prepped for its morning news show. It is one of the oldest radio stations in America, having spent time in Chicago and Cleveland. E-Mail is css1 @ comcast.net. KYW is a 50,000watt Class A clear channel station. Sizemore was hospitalized in critical condition on Feb. 18 after suffering a stroke and brain aneurysm. Since 1992, popular Los Angeles talk hosts at KFI (1992-99, 2001-present) and KABC 1999-2000. Since 1992, popular Los Angeles talk hosts at KFI (1992-99, 2001-present) and KABC 1999-2000. (last updated 7/01), George Michaels Washington, D.C. television / local NBC station, channel 4. They rejoined on WWDB in the afternoon until WWDB flipped formats. The shooting remains under investigation and officials say no further information will be released at this time. Sizemore suffered a brain aneurysm in his home on February 18. Previously on WPHT and WWDB. The station's signal is restricted towards the Northeast United States to protect the signal of WEPN in New York City, which is different 50,000watt station that is only one frequency away at AM 1050.