24994J 5577 Posted April 29, 2022 Share Posted April 29, 2022 20 minutes ago, NBC 5 Chicago said: Looks like Anita Blanton debuted this week anchoring the 9am hour of Good Day Chicago and the 12pm newscast with Sylvia Perez. https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=536128081216308&set=a.223779982451121 The 9am, for sure, but I'm not so sure about the noon. I didn't see, but I almost think they co-anchored together on Monday, but since then, I believe Sylvia did 3 noons, and Anita did not. Neither referenced the other being off, so maybe it'll be the 2 of them in a rotation, but it would be nice to know more concrete announcements. Hell, somewhere along the line, Natalie Bomke shifted to a Sunday-Thursday schedule, with Dane Placko anchoring both Saturday and Sunday nights (the latter with her). What cemented it for me was when someone else filled in for him, and mentioned that he was off. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-272896 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 703 Posted April 30, 2022 Author Share Posted April 30, 2022 On 4/29/2022 at 4:33 PM, 24994J said: The 9am, for sure, but I'm not so sure about the noon. I didn't see, but I almost think they co-anchored together on Monday, but since then, I believe Sylvia did 3 noons, and Anita did not. Neither referenced the other being off, so maybe it'll be the 2 of them in a rotation, but it would be nice to know more concrete announcements. Hell, somewhere along the line, Natalie Bomke shifted to a Sunday-Thursday schedule, with Dane Placko anchoring both Saturday and Sunday nights (the latter with her). What cemented it for me was when someone else filled in for him, and mentioned that he was off. I'm noticing that Corey and Dawn have switched back to a traditional Monday-Friday shift, based on what I'm seeing on their website. How long ago did that happen? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-272910 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted May 1, 2022 Share Posted May 1, 2022 (edited) On 4/29/2022 at 4:33 PM, 24994J said: The 9am, for sure, but I'm not so sure about the noon. I didn't see, but I almost think they co-anchored together on Monday, but since then, I believe Sylvia did 3 noons, and Anita did not. Neither referenced the other being off, so maybe it'll be the 2 of them in a rotation, but it would be nice to know more concrete announcements. Hell, somewhere along the line, Natalie Bomke shifted to a Sunday-Thursday schedule, with Dane Placko anchoring both Saturday and Sunday nights (the latter with her). What cemented it for me was when someone else filled in for him, and mentioned that he was off. Anita B. and Sylvia co-anchored the 9A with her subbing for Sylvia at Noon (not sure if she did all 5 days (at Noon) however). My guess is that they wanted to give Anita B. some exposure outside of GDC (which is why she anchored the Noon). Don't think they settled on what her role will be just yet (aside from co-anchoring the 9A hr.). From what I saw, she is pretty good. 2 hours ago, Spring Rubber said: I'm noticing that Corey and Dawn have switched back to a traditional Monday-Friday shift, based on what I'm seeing on their website. How long ago did that happen? Sometime in February. Natalie shifted to a Sun-Thur. schedule with Dane (unofficially) taking on the additional role of Weekend Anchor (solo on Saturdays and with Natalie on Sundays). Edited May 1, 2022 by jase Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-272915 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 703 Posted May 6, 2022 Author Share Posted May 6, 2022 Good Day Chicago to see a new lineup starting next week: https://www.robertfeder.com/2022/05/06/robservations-wls-890-taps-steve-cochran-morning-fill-fox-32-shuffles-morning-anchor-lineup-marcus-gilmer-joins-crains-chicago-business/#more-33386 Looks like this might be why the press release about the hour(s) Anita Blanton would anchor was always a bit vague. Feels like they kind of had her in mind to take on this larger role from the very beginning. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-273066 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted May 6, 2022 Share Posted May 6, 2022 Schneider has grown into the morning role, but Padilla has never felt right to me, on the A-team, especially compared to the other women on GDC. Sylvia and Terrence have developed some nice chemistry at 9, and I've liked Blanton, so far, so this feels like a good move, to me. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-273068 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.R. 90 Posted May 6, 2022 Share Posted May 6, 2022 3 minutes ago, 24994J said: Schneider has grown into the morning role, but Padilla has never felt right to me, on the A-team, especially compared to the other women on GDC. Sylvia and Terrence have developed some nice chemistry at 9, and I've liked Blanton, so far, so this feels like a good move, to me. I second that when it comes to Padilla. After Darlene Hill left, Padilla's demeanor just became eh. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-273069 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted May 6, 2022 Share Posted May 6, 2022 I had a feeling they would try a three-anchor lineup and I agree Anita P. is more comfortable at reporting than anchoring. Glad they decided to split GDC in half rather than keep the three different blocks (4-6A, 6-9A & 9-10A). This ‘should’ help things flow better overall. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-273073 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie56 3304 Posted May 26, 2022 Share Posted May 26, 2022 A man pointed a gun at Joanie Lum and her cameraman during a live shot. 3 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-273603 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 703 Posted May 26, 2022 Author Share Posted May 26, 2022 2 hours ago, Georgie56 said: A man pointed a gun at Joanie Lum and her cameraman during a live shot. Yikes, sad to know that you have to fear for your life just doing a field report in your own city. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-273606 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 The Newsroom ‘Live Desk’. Not too bad…. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-274920 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted September 30, 2022 Share Posted September 30, 2022 (edited) Looks like the meteorologists got a new space to work/present in July. This space replaces the small and cramped area they called home behind the alcove in the main studio. Edited September 30, 2022 by jase Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-278481 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted September 30, 2022 Share Posted September 30, 2022 I don't think it's Studio 32, as this space appears to house the weather computers. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-278482 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted September 30, 2022 Share Posted September 30, 2022 6 minutes ago, 24994J said: I don't think it's Studio 32, as this space appears to house the weather computers. Yeah.. I just did some more digging. It’s the weather center/office. This was completed in July. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-278484 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie56 3304 Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 Blowing the dust off this thread… WFLD/WPWR GM Dennis Welsh is retiring. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-287571 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 11 hours ago, Georgie56 said: Blowing the dust off this thread… WFLD/WPWR GM Dennis Welsh is retiring. Ten years is a good run and he accomplished a lot (most notably the renovation of the station's offices, newsroom, etc..). Hopefully the next GM will continue to strengthen the station. Flannery is leaving at the end of the month too, so I'm curious to see who will cover the political beat going forward. 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-287593 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 Other than the daily beat, they'll have to replace the 90 minutes (Fri & Sat 9:30pm, Sun 8:30am) of airtime Mike provided with his prerecorded political show. Granted, the show replace live news, but maybe they don't want to reinstate that or have the manpower to do so. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-287594 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted June 16, 2023 Share Posted June 16, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, 24994J said: Other than the daily beat, they'll have to replace the 90 minutes (Fri & Sat 9:30pm, Sun 8:30am) of airtime Mike provided with his prerecorded political show. Granted, the show replace live news, but maybe they don't want to reinstate that or have the manpower to do so. I could see Dane taking up 'the mantle', if you will, covering politics. But Scott has co-moderated the 2019 & 2023 Chicago mayoral debates and appears to have an interest in covering politics. That said, one could argue that there is no longer a need to have someone cover the political beat full-time. As far as what to air in place of 'Flannery Fired Up!'...they could bring back 'Later with Leon' to air Fri. and Sat. and just expand GDC Sunday to 7-9A. They did air a 30-min feature show back in April called 'Chicagoland' that, if I'm not mistaken, aired in place of 'FFU' all three days, so it's possible they were testing that show out as a replacement. Edited June 16, 2023 by jase 1 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-287596 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted July 1, 2023 Share Posted July 1, 2023 Scott Schneider to succeed Mike Flannery covering politics for Fox 32. Guessing Roseanne Tellez heads back to the 4-7A shift temporarily to co-anchor with Anita Padilla. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-287999 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted July 1, 2023 Share Posted July 1, 2023 There is an anchor at WXYZ who just announced she is heading to Chicago. Not gonna bore anyone with the details, as there aren't any, but she is someone to keep an eye on, perhaps for that early slot. Mike also mentioned that Scott will have a Sunday morning program in the works, as he eases into the beat. I'd assume it'll air in the Friday and Saturday 9:30pm slots, as well. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-288002 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted July 1, 2023 Share Posted July 1, 2023 (edited) 2 hours ago, 24994J said: There is an anchor at WXYZ who just announced she is heading to Chicago. Not gonna bore anyone with the details, as there aren't any, but she is someone to keep an eye on, perhaps for that early slot. Mike also mentioned that Scott will have a Sunday morning program in the works, as he eases into the beat. I'd assume it'll air in the Friday and Saturday 9:30pm slots, as well. Tough to say if their new political show will air just on Sundays. My guess is that they may try that ‘Chicagoland’ show I mentioned previously on Friday and Saturday. In regards to the WXYZ anchor, she could land anywhere (at least initially). Elizabeth will be going on maternity leave soon. They may move Natalie to a M-F shift (instead of Su-Thur), etc… Edited July 1, 2023 by jase Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-288005 Share on other sites More sharing options...
24994J 5577 Posted July 2, 2023 Share Posted July 2, 2023 6 hours ago, jase said: In regards to the WXYZ anchor, she could land anywhere (at least initially). Elizabeth will be going on maternity leave soon. They may move Natalie to a M-F shift (instead of Su-Thur), etc… For the record, we don't know if she, Jenn Schanz, is even going to WFLD. I was just thinking of who recently had anchor vacancies posted to their websites. And, if we're splitting hairs, 32 still has that listing up, anyway. She could be going to WLS, for all we know. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-288019 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgie56 3304 Posted July 12, 2023 Share Posted July 12, 2023 The new GM is Shiela Oliver, from KCPQ-KJZO. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-288180 Share on other sites More sharing options...
R.R. 90 Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 Corey McPherrin states he’s set to retire at the end of the week Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-289051 Share on other sites More sharing options...
brb588 102 Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 Kinda abrupt, isn't it? I wonder what happened? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-289054 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted August 16, 2023 Share Posted August 16, 2023 (edited) On 8/16/2023 at 7:33 AM, brb588 said: Kinda abrupt, isn't it? I wonder what happened? Broadcasting & Cable ran a piece last month and mentioned he was going to retire. I remember reading this story, but I must have over-looked (forgotten) about the part about Corey retiring. That said, it isn't a surprise. He has been with WFLD /Fox 32 for nearly 30 yrs and is close to 70 yrs old. Scott filled in for him this past Monday, so I'm guessing he will succeed Corey at 5p & 9p??? https://www.nexttv.com/news/local-news-close-up-chicago-is-the-city-of-big-stories Edited October 9, 2024 by Jase Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/14121-random-wfld-thread/page/31/#findComment-289073 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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