Ray Cortopassi: anchors WGN News; 5pm, 6pm and WGN News at Nine and Ten. Reports on issues, events and people...emphasis on people. Husband and Dad to Four.
Chicago, IL
Joined December 2009
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This week on @FOX59's @IndyNowTV, critic Christopher Lloyd checks out theatrical releases “Primetime,” “The Weight,” “Forgotten Island,” “The Stunt Driver” and “Heart of the Beast.”
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'A builder of hope': Chicago area, state and world leaders have been pouring in tributes and sharing their memories of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at 84. Here are just some of many.
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The 23rd annual @WGNTV drive-thru toy drive is back! Bring a new unwrapped toy to the WGN studios Fri. Dec. 12 5a-2p or text TOY to 97999 to donate. WGN-TV Family Charities via McCormick Foundation matches $.50 on the $. Proceeds go to @OTSC & Christmas in the Wards. #WGNToyDrive
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Last Saturday marked 38 years since WGN's signals were hijacked in the "Max Headroom" incident. But would you believe it? It happened again...
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Thanks to @RayCortopassi for not one, but two suggestions on this week's show. Broadcasting Tuesday on radiofreemadness.com
The musical wind in your sails, Episode #188 of Fresh Waves - featuring two suggestions from WGN news anchor @RayCortopassi (with our thanks) - broadcasts on radiofreemadness.com on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 8:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. ET
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#Cubs fans celebrating in Pittsburgh as the North Siders are back in the postseason for the first time since 2020 @WGNNews @GNSportsTV
The bishop of the Joliet diocese shares his reflections and expectations of Pope Leo XIV. The two share a similar background. What Bishop Hicks says about the pontiff’s style and strengths. Tonight @WGNNews at 9pm.
Jim Irsay was colorful, engaging and fun to talk to, whether it was football, music or his vast collection of guitars and memorabilia. Irsay was open about all of it. Even his demons and recovery during my conversations with him over the years. He will loom large for a long time.
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That one time Walter Payton decided to throw two touchdown passes in a game just because he could.
How a lone wolf can be inspired by terror groups like ISIS. What does the future hold? @WGNNews A discussion with @BrianGlynWillms wgntv.com/news/about-isis-an…
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Great piece on the Libertyville Legend that is @IkeReilly and his very moving doc “Don’t Turn Your Back On Friday Night” wgntv.com/news/cover-story/h…
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson trumpets a homicide clearance rate of nearly 54% - "the highest since 2015."
But we found many of the cases the department has cleared didn't actually result in anyone being arrested or charged.
Full story Wednesday on @WGNNews at 9pm.
Decision day is finally here. Tune in to @WGNNews for results, analysis and all you need to know on this historic milestone. 📺🗳️🇺🇸
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The number of Chicago police officers continues to decline leading to calls for help going unanswered.
Here's the latest from WGN Investigates:
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Climate-friendly approach to power generation leaves some customers feeling unfriended
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Considering going solar? Watch tonight‘s report on @WGNNews at Nine first.