ctmajka 112 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 ...I saw the end of a 9:00 News tease and a WGN morning nerws Promo, and the new graphics look like they're being put to full use. They're very angular. Haha. They kinda remind me of WLS's old graphics with the angled lines. The L3s have a similar shape to The Weather Channel's L3s, but include a diagonal lined pattern in them...We'll see more as the late news approaches tonight on Channel 9...not sure if they're in HD tho, although it would suprise me if they still aren't. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
CircleSeven 1955 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 ...I saw the end of a 9:00 News tease and a WGN morning nerws Promo, and the new graphics look like they're being put to full use. They're very angular. Haha. They kinda remind me of WLS's old graphics with the angled lines. The L3s have a similar shape to The Weather Channel's L3s, but include a diagonal lined pattern in them...We'll see more as the late news approaches tonight on Channel 9...not sure if they're in HD tho, although it would suprise me if they still aren't. OMG WGN finally have a new graphics package. But their Time & Temp bug is so small to read. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37707 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hickman360 21 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 apparently theyre in HD its says so on the bug Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37709 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDubya87 0 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 I'm watching the news at 9 now, I must say I am impressed with this look. I just saw Dining With Phil, and I'll have to give WGN 4 stars, as he gave the restaurant. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37710 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctmajka 112 Posted July 20, 2008 Author Share Posted July 20, 2008 And it was a pretty smooth start too! the weather computer locked up, and a few sound things were out of sync, but other than that, a pretty sharp first night! Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37716 Share on other sites More sharing options...
312newswannabe 11 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 was there a new talent open too? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37717 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CircleSeven 1955 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 was there a new talent open too? Every last inch of the old graphics were ceased tonight, including the talent open too. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37718 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lazynetjunkie 34 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 For those of you that missed the newscast at 9, the rebroadcast is on now (11PM) on CLTV. However, CLTV hasn't updated their bug cover yet. My only comment is they could have recorded some new talent shots for the talent intros/rejoiners. Something to go along with the new look instead of just recycling the old "control room smile" shots. However, I have a feeling that might change soon. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37719 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnoxvilleTVFan 286 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Does anyone have video or any photo captures? I missed the newscast. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CircleSeven 1955 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 A user from the AVS Forum posted caps from Tonight's 9pm Show. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37722 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctmajka 112 Posted July 20, 2008 Author Share Posted July 20, 2008 One thing I really don't like is the 7 day weather graphic...the gray background is really bland & too early 90's...it makes everything look so cold. Haha. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37723 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctmajka 112 Posted July 20, 2008 Author Share Posted July 20, 2008 My only comment is they could have recorded some new talent shots for the talent intros/rejoiners. Something to go along with the new look instead of just recycling the old "control room smile" shots. However, I have a feeling that might change soon. Well, although they were the sams STYLE shots, they weren't the exact same shots used in the old talent outro. I kinda wish they'd done one of those "On top of the building" shots with the skyline in the background...that would'ce fit the rest of the graphics nicely. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37725 Share on other sites More sharing options...
News24/7 3 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Aww darn, we only have WGN in SD here in the bay area! but awesome! Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37729 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tw-804 192 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Thanks for the link, CircleSeven. The new graphics look awesome. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37731 Share on other sites More sharing options...
l14dap 1 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 I am thoroughly impressed!!! Well done WGN. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37732 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess 1115 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 That is really nice... simple but not overly so. They did a nice job on these. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37734 Share on other sites More sharing options...
abric 178 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 The new WGN graphics are sleek and really good on the eyes. Welcome to the Tribune HD family. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37739 Share on other sites More sharing options...
first on fox 18 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 A refreshing change of the Hothaus-iznation of America. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37747 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jess 1115 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Hothausization? I'd say Giant Octopusization. One look aped on dozens of stations. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37758 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Que 73 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 In my opinion, I don't really care for these graphics. The only thing I like is the L3s. As for the rest, the slanted lines seem distracting and annoying. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37771 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrtraveler01 738 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Now I really wish I could get WGN America in HD. Not just cause of this but the sports too. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37775 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDubya87 0 Posted July 20, 2008 Share Posted July 20, 2008 Well, I've worked with a former director from WGN, and she was there when they started using the graphics they just ditched, and at the time, she told me thsoe were all in-house. Maybe these are in-house too? Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37779 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbhcity 3 Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 WGN would be the second Trib station to go HD, following KTLA's footsteps. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37790 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CircleSeven 1955 Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 WGN would be the second Trib station to go HD, following KTLA's footsteps. I wished WGN would've been starting their HD first. But they're the 4th Trib station, behind KTLA, WGNO & 'PIX. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37793 Share on other sites More sharing options...
abric 178 Posted July 21, 2008 Share Posted July 21, 2008 I would rank them second with the best graphics in Chicago behind WLS Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/4096-wgn-now-using-new-graphics/#findComment-37803 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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