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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I contact WGN 9 Chicago's CW?

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WGN Station History

WGN-TV Station History

WGN-TV, whose call letters are derived from the Chicago Tribune's first slogan, "World's Greatest Newspaper", hit the airwaves on April 5, 1948 on Channel 9 in Chicago from its studios at Tribune Tower. Colonel Robert McCormick led the Tribune Company into the TV era, believing that "in television, we have embarked upon another of America's adventures."

WGN-TV Historical Timeline
Welcome to WGN-TV's Historical Timeline. This timeline will take you step by step through the history of WGN-TV -- and the history of television. You'll learn the facts behind your favorite shows, see photos of your favorite stars and hear audio interviews of former WGN personalities.

WGN Press Releases

Blackhawks announce return of broadcaster Pat Foley

Chicago Blackhawks President John McDonough announced today that Pat Foley will return as the team's television play-by-play broadcaster.

WGN 9 Chicago's CW to air ‘Chicago’s Summer Blast: Fireworks and the Taste’ live on July 3

WGN-TV's Paul Konrad and WGN Radio's Steve Cochran will co-host WGN-TV's first telecast of "Chicago's Summer Blast: Fireworks and the Taste" on Thursday, July 3rd from 9-10pm.

Encores of “Cubs Forever: Celebrating 60 Years of WGN-TV and the Chicago Cubs” to air on WGN 9 Chicago's CW

Encore of "Cubs Forever: Celebrating 60 Years of WGN-TV and the Chicago Cubs" to air July 5 at 7pm, with final encore August 16 at 4pm

(Chicago area only)

WGN-TV celebrates anniversary with “WGN at 60: Chicago’s Very Own"

Final encore July 5 at 6pm (Chicago area only)

Blackhawks return to WGN-TV

WGN 9 Chicago's CW announces three-year agreement with Chicago Blackhawks to televise in HD up to 20 games to Chicago area viewers during 2008-2009 season

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