Mike Janssen

Weekend Meteorologist/WGN-TV

morton grove, illinois, united states

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ccurrent.org

wwgntv.com

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I have extensive experience as a meteorologist and news reporter, and I currently produce and present weather forecasts for WGN-TV. My background includes forecasting Chicago blizzards, Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans and numerous other severe weather events. I'm proud to have implemented the Friday Forecaster program, which promotes weather education in schools, at several television stations where I have worked.

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KCBX names Chris McBride GM

KCBX names Chris McBride GM Chris McBride has been named GM of KCBX Central Coast Public Radio. McBride joined the station in San Luis Obispo, Calif., in 2023 as development director and later added the role of assistant GM. As GM, she succeeds Frank Lanz... See more

current.org•Mike Janssen•Feb 17, 2026

Forecast: Cold Saturday night in store, snowfall expected during Bears playoff game

Saturday night: Cloudy, blustery with snow showers. Winds: W 10-20 mph, wind chills near zero. Low 9. Sunday: Mainly cloudy, breezy and cold with snow at times. Winds: SW 5-15 mph. High 18, a bit milder by the lake. Snow fell in parts of Lake County, McHe... See more

wgntv.com•Mike Janssen•Jan 18, 2026

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