Random WMAQ Thread

[Weeters 1969]

It's probably pink because the blue and red versions are playing at the same time, and they're both transparent enough they blend together or they have a blending mode enabled that you can't see when it's just one or the other.

[rkolsen 1685]

Does WMAQ have a separate newsroom shot or is it a shared with the one the network uses?

[24994J 5621]

Does WMAQ have a separate newsroom shot or is it a shared with the one the network uses?

I don't really recall what the network backdrop is, but the station uses an angle with the lit 'NBC 5' logo on the wall, so I'd assume they are two separate locations. Also, the station's position is right behind the main set.

[rkolsen 1685]

I don't really recall what the network backdrop is, but the station uses an angle with the lit 'NBC 5' logo on the wall, so I'd assume they are two separate locations. Also, the station's position is right behind the main set.

 

The control room and wall with NBC News Chicago banner.

[Jase 1065]

Does WMAQ have a separate newsroom shot or is it a shared with the one the network uses?

 

The network offices/control room is separate from that of WMAQ. WMAQ shares their newsroom with Telemundo Chicago. I believe the network is upstairs (it's been awhile since I've been there so...) where Steve Harvey/ Judge Mathis is taped.

[rkolsen 1685]

The network offices/control room is separate from that of WMAQ. WMAQ shares their newsroom with Telemundo Chicago. I believe the network is upstairs (it's been awhile since I've been there so...) where Steve Harvey/ Judge Mathis is taped.

 

Okay, I just saw a video of it. I was watching their 10PM news and it came from the control room backdrop which confused me.

[Jase 1065]

Okay, I just saw a video of it. I was watching their 10PM news and it came from the control room backdrop which confused me.

 

WMAQ's control room is small and 'off the beaten path' if you will and can't serve as a backdrop like the network control room can.

[LinCruzChicagoNYLA 19]

WMAQ has hired Tracy Davis, the news director currently working at CBS-affiliated station WDJT in Milwaukee to appointed as the station's assistant news director. this comes 6 months following its former news director Debra Juarez was promoted as VP, digital for its Miami sister station. She will start working at the station June 5.

http://www.robertfeder.com/2017/04/04/nbc-5-hires-assistant-news-director-milwaukee/

[ns8401 955]

5 is getting a new Assistant ND in June:

 

Tracy Davis who is currently ND at Weigels station in Milwaukee.

 

http://www.robertfeder.com/2017/04/04/nbc-5-hires-assistant-news-director-milwaukee/

[24994J 5621]

Lauren Jiggetts is leaving NBC 5 for another opportunity, presumably in Chicago. The only major vacancy is WGN's 4am chair, but nothing is confirmed. Michelle Relerford will move to weekend evenings, and Christian Farr will temporarily fill in with Susan Carlson in the mornings.

 

http://www.robertfeder.com/2017/04/07/weekend-anchor-lauren-jiggetts-leaves-nbc-5/

[Spring Rubber 714]

Wow, didn't see that coming. All the best to her.

[Jase 1065]

Huge loss for WMAQ. They really need to get it together over there and start filling in these anchor holes. As far as next moves for Jiggetts, not sure WGN is the best fit, but who knows. I wouldn't rule out WFLD either. They could use a permanent anchor @ Noon.

[24994J 5621]

Well, it seems like most channel 5 people exploring other "opportunities" over the years go to ABC properties (Elgas, Scott, Perez, Faris, Zee...Magers, Yu, Taft, Giangreco, Weigel, Kalber...), and if she's staying local...

 

I'm not predicting anything. More or less joking, but still.

[Spring Rubber 714]

I've noticed over the past month or two that WMAQ got rid of the unique openers for the "NEWS AT 10", "NEWS AT 5", "NEWS AT 6" etc. All of the news openers are now generic openers with no time listed. The city backdrop is still appropriate for the time of day, but there's no mention of times anymore.

[TheRolyPoly 2559]

I've noticed over the past month or two that WMAQ got rid of the unique openers for the "NEWS AT 10", "NEWS AT 5", "NEWS AT 6" etc. All of the news openers are now generic openers with no time listed. The city backdrop is still appropriate for the time of day, but there's no mention of times anymore.

 

Basically taking the WCAU route?

[speed053 38]

I've noticed yesterday that they bought the weather information in the logo bug graphics back.

[Spring Rubber 714]

I've noticed yesterday that they bought the weather information in the logo bug graphics back.

Same. I wonder if it's intentional or not.

[JoseRM303 171]

Supposedly Byron Miranda is leaving WMAQ to join WPIX in NYC as weekday morning meteorologist:

 

http://www.ftvlive.com/sqsp-test/2017/5/10/chicago-weather-anchor-headed-to-new-york

[Spring Rubber 714]

If true, that's a shame. I've always enjoyed his unique, somewhat comedic take on the forecast.

[Jase 1065]

Sad (if true). I too enjoyed his unique weather presentation style.

[Spring Rubber 714]

Make sure you follow him on Facebook before it's too late! Click that Thumbs Up button!

[former newsboy 52]

No!! I love Byron! Which is weird because I never used to. But this time around, I dunno, he won me over. He's just so darn likable - and funny too. I think he's improved with age (but he definitely doesn't LOOK his age). Not that he's old, he just looks way younger. Anyways, I was even hoping he might replace Brant, who if you ask me, is getting a little creepy with age. Especially that hair dye...but I do love Fungus Wednesday! ha

[Spring Rubber 714]

Any idea what the arrangement would be if Byron departs? I doubt they'd hire another meteorologist. I'd say either Kalee would take the 11 AM, and Alicia would go back to doing all weekend newscasts, or vice versa. Given Alicia's seniority, I'd actually expect Alicia to be offered the 11 AM while Kalee gets assigned full weekend duties

[brianpr3 178]

Any idea what the arrangement would be if Byron departs? I doubt they'd hire another meteorologist. I'd say either Kalee would take the 11 AM, and Alicia would go back to doing all weekend newscasts, or vice versa. Given Alicia's seniority, I'd actually expect Alicia to be offered the 11 AM while Kalee gets assigned full weekend duties

why would they go back to the full weekend stuff? plus NBC still has an anchor reporter job out for hire

[Jase 1065]

Any idea what the arrangement would be if Byron departs? I doubt they'd hire another meteorologist. I'd say either Kalee would take the 11 AM, and Alicia would go back to doing all weekend newscasts, or vice versa. Given Alicia's seniority, I'd actually expect Alicia to be offered the 11 AM while Kalee gets assigned full weekend duties

 

Alicia would likely retake the 11AM (the position she had before) with Kalee staying on weekends (AM) and Pete probably handling weekends (PM). It's unclear if they will stick with six meteorologists (seems unnecessary imo) or five. Hopefully Byron changes his mind and stays.