WGN-TV, Channel 9, is a major independent television station based in Chicago. It first began broadcasting in 1948 and has been a key part of the city’s media landscape ever since. Known for its tagline “Chicago’s Very Own,” WGN offers a mix of local news, weather, sports, and entertainment. The station has a long history of producing original programming, including its famous morning news show.

Its news division, WGN News, covers everything from Chicago’s politics to national and international events, all with that classic local flavor.