TheMightyGringoChannel 0 Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 I know both KTLA and WPIX are already broadcasting news in HD, so I figured it was only a matter of time before sister station WGN took the plunge. However I think WGN may be the next station in the Chicago Market to start producing News in HD. I was on 615's website this afternoon and it appears they've produced a new package exclusively for "Chicago's Very Own". Could this be a sign that Channel 9 is gearing up for an HD-Relaunch this fall? Thoughts...Comments...? LINK TO NEW PACKAGE: http://615music.com/core/news_music_demos.cfm Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
lpzml 0 Posted August 24, 2007 Share Posted August 24, 2007 I don't really like WGN but I hope Fox32 or NBC5 go HD soon Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18061 Share on other sites More sharing options...
first on fox 18 Posted August 24, 2007 Share Posted August 24, 2007 I don't really like WGN but I hope Fox32 or NBC5 go HD soon ...k Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18062 Share on other sites More sharing options...
allstar2003 0 Posted August 24, 2007 Share Posted August 24, 2007 I really didn't like the theme music. It Doesn't fit with WGN's style of news Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18077 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weeters 1916 Posted August 24, 2007 Share Posted August 24, 2007 WGN's studio is already in HD, so the rest of the stuff probably is too. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18102 Share on other sites More sharing options...
who?cares 254 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 i'm in love with their set. :-* :-* :-* Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18116 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 703 Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 Locally speaking, it reminds me of WGN's mid-90's "Chicago's Very Own" mixed with WBBM's "Works for You" era music. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewsRadioFan07 0 Posted August 28, 2007 Share Posted August 28, 2007 when you say "Chicago's very own" do you mean seize the day v2? lol Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18313 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lpzml 0 Posted August 28, 2007 Share Posted August 28, 2007 when you say "Chicago's very own" do you mean seize the day v2? lol lol not chicagos very own Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18326 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NBC 5 Chicago 191 Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 I emailed WGN last night. And I just got an email back saying the new music package will start in the next few weeks, HD by next year, and no word as of yet to any new graphics. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18500 Share on other sites More sharing options...
who?cares 254 Posted August 31, 2007 Share Posted August 31, 2007 let's pray they get new graphics. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-18547 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weeters 1916 Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 I was just watching WGN and I think they've begun using the new package. I didn't catch the open, but they used the new theme before going to the lottery drawings. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22522 Share on other sites More sharing options...
abric 178 Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 The new theme is active on WGN. I love the new sports stinger. It rocks! Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22523 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NBC 5 Chicago 191 Posted November 3, 2007 Share Posted November 3, 2007 Yea its back up on 615's website also. Il have to catch the news tonight and see how it sounds. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22614 Share on other sites More sharing options...
312newswannabe 11 Posted November 3, 2007 Share Posted November 3, 2007 don't waste your time...it sucks...doesn't go well at all w/ the graphics and vo Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22620 Share on other sites More sharing options...
abric 178 Posted November 3, 2007 Share Posted November 3, 2007 with the music coming first, the new graphics should be on their way soon. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22624 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AutisticPsycho 0 Posted November 6, 2007 Share Posted November 6, 2007 So I'm guessing they'll do the Superstation feed later or is it already HD? I wouldn't know, I just got FiOS today which has WGN (the Superstation feed, but hey it does air the news). Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22706 Share on other sites More sharing options...
who?cares 254 Posted November 6, 2007 Share Posted November 6, 2007 So I'm guessing they'll do the Superstation feed later or is it already HD? I wouldn't know, I just got FiOS today which has WGN (the Superstation feed, but hey it does air the news). it has aired the news for along time, the only thing Superstation doesn't air is the 5 and morning newscasts. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22713 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Former Member 207 Posted November 9, 2007 Share Posted November 9, 2007 From SuperstationWGN.com's FAQ section...they'll start broadcasting in HD sometime this month. I originally heard November 15th. http://wgnsuperstation.trb.com/about/station/ Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22853 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 703 Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 So, the current graphics package is now on its 3rd music package. I like the graphics to a point, but it seems they've been around for too long. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22882 Share on other sites More sharing options...
who?cares 254 Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 they definitely need new graphics. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22885 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NBC 5 Chicago 191 Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 So, the current graphics package is now on its 3rd music package. I like the graphics to a point, but it seems they've been around for too long. This Graphics Package is only on its 2nd music package. The graphics debuted i belive in 02/03? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22886 Share on other sites More sharing options...
who?cares 254 Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 So, the current graphics package is now on its 3rd music package. I like the graphics to a point, but it seems they've been around for too long. This Graphics Package is only on its 2nd music package. The graphics debuted i belive in 02/03? still time for an update, not saying that WISH is better, because i like both WISH and WGN, but WISH has went through 3 sets, and 3 graphics packages since then. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spring Rubber 703 Posted November 10, 2007 Share Posted November 10, 2007 Well, the current graphics have been used with the music that was used at Noon until now, the remix that was done for 9:00, and now the current music. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/1903-wgn-gearing-up-for-hd-re-launch/#findComment-22906 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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