The Legendary "Big 89" WLS still informs & entertains with award-winning local news, and iconic personalities.

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WLS-AM 890 is a powerful and legendary radio station that has entertained and informed Chicagoland and America for over 90 years

Mar 5, 2025 · Democratic mayors of four major cities said Wednesday that Congress and the Trump administration are exaggerating crime committed by immigrants and attacking so-called sanctuary cities simply to score political points, as Republicans hammered the policies for shielding criminals and discouraging coo

Feb 6, 2025 · Virginia McCaskey, who inherited the Chicago Bears from her father, George Halas, but avoided the spotlight during four-plus decades as principal owner, has died. She was 102. McCaskey’s family announced through the team that she died Thursday. She had owned the Bears since her father’s death on

Feb 12, 2025 · A Chicago Democrat who once set much of Illinois’ political agenda as the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history was convicted of some charges Wednesday in a mixed verdict in his high-profile corruption trial. Jurors convicted former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan 10 counts an

A fixture for many years at US99 and WLS in Chicago, Ray has won or been nominated for just about every major award in the radio business including several Country Music Association (CMA) and Academy of Country Music (ACM) broadcast awards.

Representing the third generation of his family that has been “on-the-air” in radio and television, Chris will bring a unique world-view, and largely conservative/libertarian values to his role as talk show host on WLS-AM 890.

Feb 5, 2025 · The National Women's Soccer League will establish a $5 million fund for players as part of a settlement that stemmed from allegations of emotional and sexual misconduct that rocked the league in 2021. Attorneys general from Washington, D.C., Illinois and New York announced the settlement with the

Feb 20, 2025 · Come meet Ray Stevens and Nick Gale and be part of the WLS-AM morning show! Why: This is your chance to give back to the first responders who make our communities safe. Enjoy a delicious meal at Thorn Restaurant and connect with fellow community members who share your appreciation.