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WGN Radio Celebrates 250


Topic: America250
Posted on 1/28/2026

The Spirit of America – Celebrate 250 campaign from Nexstar Media Group’s WGN Radio 720 in Chicago collects stories from the Chicago area and around the country in honor of America’s 250th birthday. Recent stories include coverage of an auction of rare historical artifacts at Christie’s and reporting on new America 250 coins entering circulation.



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