View the profiles of people named Melissa McGurren. But the remarks in Englands note, which soon after appeared in the press, did not rise to the level of defamation under Illinois state law, according to an order issued Tuesday by U.S. District Judge Ronald Guzman dismissing the case. Collectively, this roster will super serve Chicagos country music audience as the standalone country station in the market, Williamson said. Believer of love, kindness, truth and honesty. Starting Monday, she will host "Melissa and Austin" from 6 to 9 a.m. weekdays with co-host Austin Huff, a radio producer and podcaster just in from St. Louis. Bei der Nutzung unserer Websites und Apps verwenden wir, unsere Websites und Apps fr Sie bereitzustellen, Nutzer zu authentifizieren, Sicherheitsmanahmen anzuwenden und Spam und Missbrauch zu verhindern, und, Ihre Nutzung unserer Websites und Apps zu messen, personalisierte Werbung und Inhalte auf der Grundlage von Interessenprofilen anzuzeigen, die Effektivitt von personalisierten Anzeigen und Inhalten zu messen, sowie, unsere Produkte und Dienstleistungen zu entwickeln und zu verbessern. It acknowledges the existence of plaintiffs pending EEOC claim, does not discuss particular facts, and simply indicates that the station has conducted its own investigations and does not agree with Plaintiffs characterization of events a classic statement of opinion.. McGurren also accused Ferguson of grossly abusing his power and that his behavior created a hostile work environment. WTMX afternoon host Chris Petlak succeeded Ferguson as host of the morning show on The Mix in January.
Former Chicago Radio Co-Host's $10M Defamation Suit Dismissed Ferguson stepped down as host of the popular show in October, amid outcry over McGurrens allegations and claims of sexual assault and workplace harassment made by other female employees of The Mix..
Third woman accuses radio host Eric Ferguson of inappropriate behavior But in a Nov. 28 written opinion, U.S. District Judge Franklin Valderrama of the Northern District of Illinois found the statements were nonactionable and did not defame DeNicolo. She grew up in Portage, Indiana, which is not too far. Melissa McGurren wont be a name you recognize unless you live in Chicago, but shes very famous in her own town. Equal Employment and Opportunity Commission was an opinion and therefore did not constitute defamation. The rest of the station's lineup remains intact, with New York-based Katie Neal from noon to 3 p.m., Scotty Kay from 3 to 7 p.m. and Detroit-based Rob Stone and Holly Hutton from 7 p.m. to midnight.
Former Eric Ferguson co-host Melissa McGurren files suit - Yahoo! In a Facebook video posted earlier, McGurren told fans: "Im really sorry that I havent been there. (Daniel Boczarski/Getty). Klicken Sie auf Alle ablehnen, wenn Sie nicht mchten, dass wir und unsere Partner Cookies und personenbezogene Daten fr diese zustzlichen Zwecke verwenden. Executives from the radio station said at the time they were surprised McGurren declined a contract extension. In her defamation suit, McGurren, who worked for 22 years at WTMX, claimed Hubbard did not perform an investigation or conducted a sham investigation of her earlier harassment allegations against Ferguson and that Hubbard attacked her credibility and integrity with comments it made to staff about her allegations. Shes been with WTMX 101.9 The Mix, for a long time, and suddenly shes gone. I wish I could fully express my gratitude and happiness about joining the US99 team, McGurren said in a statement. The breakup came less than a year after the ubiquitous duo known as "Eric & Kathy" were inducted in the Radio Hall of Fame. After being missing from "Eric In The Morning" for the past several weeks, Hubbard Hot AC "101.9 The Mix" WTMX Skokie/Chicago has revealed that co-host Melissa McGurren is departing the station after declining a contract extension offered to her.
Former WTMX staffer sues 'Eric in the Morning' host - NewsBreak We wish her the best.. Facebook gives people the. She does not have COVID-19, nor does she have any other health conditions. McGurren accused Hubbard of intending to injure her and jeopardize her new career. Read the entire Chicago Tribune article here.
Former Eric Ferguson co-host Melissa McGurren breaks silence, alleges WUSN-FM (US99)/Chicago morning co-host Melissa McGurren has filed a defamation lawsuit against her former employer, crosstown Hubbard Radio, reports the Chicago Tribune. In the defamation suit filed Thursday, she said Hubbard did not perform an investigation or conducted "a sham investigation" into her allegations, and the company attacked her credibility and integrity with comments it made last week to staff. Fans have been worried. The judges ruling is with prejudice, meaning DeNicolo cannot file an amended complaint. Starting.
The Audacy station is pairing up Melissa McGurren and Austin Huff to host morning drive on WUSN-FM. She described him as a serial abuser of women and said management failed to respond and then forced her out when she demanded that the alleged harassment stop. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission that alleged Ferguson had harassed her. We thought wed look into her life and see whats up with her and the fact that shes been gone for months. His ruling included three reasons why he was accepting the motion to dismiss by Hubbard. Her new role will make them direct competitors. She is very proud of the young man her son is becoming, she loves that he is funny and helpful and that he is thoughtful. They miss her, they want to see her back, and they are missing what she brings to the mix when shes on the air. WUSN-FM (US99)/Chicago morning co-host Melissa McGurren has filed a defamation lawsuit against her former employer, crosstown Hubbard Radio, reports the Chicago Tribune.On Thursday, she alleged that WTMX-FM (The Mix) management perpetuated a culture of discrimination to protect cash cows such as its morning host Eric Ferguson "at any cost." She is expected to be paid through the end of the year, when her contract expires. "We're incredibly excited to be growing . Melissa McGurren, who spent 22 years with WTMX-101.9-FM and co-hosted the Eric in the Morning with Ferguson, in 2020 filed suit against WTMX owner Hubbard Radio Chicago, claiming an email sent to her former coworkers implied she was lying about alleged abusive behavior by Ferguson. Shes a radio host, and she has a huge fan base. It finished first among women between 35 and 64. McGurren then took her case to the U.S. Court of Appeals. Feder flashback: So you think you know Chicago television. I cant believe Justin Fields and I are moving to Chicago at the same time, especially considering he throws a much tighter spiral than me, Huff was quoted as saying. McGurren said she quit the station in 2020 after years of complaining about Fergusons on- and off-air behavior, claims she said were ignored by station executives who sought to protect the popular host. After McGurren left WTMX, in December 2020, she filed a charge of discrimination with the U.S. Melissa McGurren Drops Attempt To Revive Her Defamation Case Against Hubbard. decision dismissing McGurrens defamation claim, Column: For the Chicago Blackhawks remodel to work, their new house had better be built on a strong foundation, Merrillville food and beverage tax edging closer to reality, Remains found in Rockdale more than 25 years ago identified as Aurora woman, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Fans arent sure what happened, where she went, and how things are going for her right now, and we are curious ourselves. After studying business in college, Tiffany embarked upon a career she never dreamed of. Jan 27, 2022 Help create big change for the pets and people in our community. She is a mother. In January 2020, I resigned after I lined up another job.. Melissa McGurren, the pride of Portage, Indiana, who rose from traffic reporter to full-fledged co-host of Eric Fergusons top-rated morning show, is out after more than two decades at WTMX 101.9-FM. Her coworker, Whip, calls her the secret weapon on their show. But two weeks later, McGurrens lawyer filed a motion for voluntary dismissal of the appeal. "A thorough investigation would have uncovered that Jennifer Ashrafi brought many of these same issues, that corroborate Melissa's 'characterization of events,' to England in January, 2020, months before Melissa filed her charge" with the EEOC. Shes dating someone right now, and apparently, his name is Jim. "Drew [Walker] returns to late mornings and middays and will continue to bring the energy and companionship country listeners have grown to love to get them through their day. McGurren, who left the show in late 2020 after 22 years, has said in court filings that Ferguson created an unbearably hostile work environment. Radio host Eric Ferguson works in the WTMX-FM studio with Melissa McGurren, center, and former co-host Kathy Hart in 2009. . She's been with WTMX 101.9 The. Marci Braun continues as program director of US99 and regional brand manager of the country format for Audacy. 1 talking about this. Chicago Tribune editors' top story picks, delivered to your inbox each afternoon. :). Lefty reliever Brandon Hughes also has been on a later game schedule after a heavy workload last season. McGurren had argued that when the station owner made its statement, it knew that Ferguson was a serial abuser of women and that Hubbard knowingly published false information when it said it did not agree with her characterization of events. WTMX disc jockey Eric Ferguson speaks to Kaneland Middle School students in 2005. Not so, Valderrama wrote in his 20-page opinion and order. Right now, thats a fair assessment. A thorough investigation would have uncovered that Jennifer Ashrafi brought many of these same issues, that corroborate Melissas characterization of events, to England in January 2020, months before Melissa filed her charge with the EEOC. In response to McGurrens earlier claims, VP/Market Manager Jeff England said in an email to staff that the company thoroughly investigated this matter previously. She also loves artists like the Foo Fighters. The former morning show co-host at Hubbard hot AC "The Mix" WTMX Chicago has withdrawn her appeal of a federal court decision that dismissed the suit. We were disappointed by her decision not to renew her contract, but also know that this year has led all of us to assess our lives in different ways. McGurren claimed in her filing that the station's management protected Ferguson for years by allowing him to "perpetuate his misconduct that goes far beyond the limits of decency." Being part of a morning show means shes sharing so much of her life with the people who listen.
Typically, cohosts will announce if youve been on maternity leave, if you are taking personal time, traveling, whatever. The duo will be heard on "Melissa and Austin," weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. CT, effective May 10.
Former Chicago radio host's $10M defamation suit dismissed - JG-TC.com His name is actually Brian Paruch, but hes been called Whip for more than a decade. Her new role will make them direct competitors. According to the newspaper, the suit includes a declaration as an exhibit from another former employee, Jennifer Ashrafi, who said she left as the station's afternoon co-host in January, 2020 because she was so "disgusted" by the "misogyny, gender discrimination and hostile work environment that was pervasive" at the station. You have permission to edit this article. The arbitrator in McGurrens EEOC case ruled in Hubbards favor earlier this year. Guzman also provided McGurren with a window of time to amend her complaint and gave Hubbard 14 days to respond to her amended filing. Violeta Podrumedic, Brian Whip Paruch, Melissa McGurren and Eric Ferguson.
Feder: US99 hires Melissa McGurren to host mornings - Daily Herald PHILADELPHIA, PA - May 6, 2021 - Audacy announced a new morning show for US99 (WUSN-FM) in Chicago, welcoming local media veteran Melissa McGurren and Austin Huff as morning show co-hosts. Cheryl Corley, Greg Kot win Headline Club Lifetime Achievement Awards, My childhood dream became the honor of a lifetime, Robservations: Sun-Times moving to Old Post Office; ABC 7 opens weekend anchor slot; Medill tracks local news decline, Robservations: StreetWise raises cover price; Sventoonie takes a break; Friends of Chicago Reporter mark 50. For the second time, a federal judge has dismissed a defamation lawsuit related to the way Hubbard Radio Chicago handled misconduct allegations against onetime star host Eric Ferguson. McGurren comes from Hubbard Broadcasting crosstown hot AC "101.9 FM The Mix" WTMX, where she spent more than two decades, first as a traffic reporter then as co-host of "Eric in the Morning." A defamation claim by former Ferguson co-host Melissa McGurren was dismissed earlier this year.
Melissa McGurren (@melissamcgurren) Instagram photos and videos Veteran Chicago radio personality Melissa McGurren's effort to revive her $10 million defamation suit against Hubbard Radio has ended. In a declaration attached to McGurrens defamation suit, Ashrafi said the station was a hostile, humiliating atmosphere for female employees. She has a son by the name of Porter, and she does share a little about him on her Instagram page from time to time. Drew Walker, an 18-year veteran of US99 who most recently has been hosting mornings, returns to middays from 9 a.m. to noon. It all comes just as Ferguson is back from his latest surgery for spinal stenosis, a procedure involving spinal decompression and disc fusion. McGurren, the pride of Portage, Indiana, who rose from traffic reporter to co-host of Eric Ferguson's morning show at The Mix, has been off the air since she and the station parted company late last year. CHICAGO - A federal judge has dismissed Chicago radio host Melissa McGurren's defamation lawsuit against her former employer, Hubbard Radio Chicago, whom she alleged falsely branded her a liar. our stories straight," and advised her to "stay silent and to deny any allegations by other women that Ferguson had engaged in inappropriate behavior," according to the lawsuit. Feder flashback: So you think you know Chicago television. Whatever Happened to Brian Buckner from Barnwood Builders? It is humiliating to watch and dehumanizing to know that nothing can be done because the management at The Mix approved Fergusons misconduct by their silence in not reprimanding him., Ashrafis filing continued: This is one of many examples of microaggressions and suggestive comments women at The Mix are expected to endure (in addition to being underpaid and marginalized). McGurren had been with WTMX for 22 years serving as a traffic reporter until moving up to morning co-host following the departure of Kathy . McGurren filed her own federal lawsuit against Hubbard shortly afterward.
Former WTMX radio host Melissa McGurren's $10 million defamation suit Radio host sells Hinsdale home for less than he paid - Crain's Chicago The court agrees with Hubbard that the statements have nothing to do with DeNicolos conduct on the job.. Coldwell Banker Eric Ferguson, the longtime morning show host on WTMX-FM/101.9, sold his Hinsdale mansion for less than he paid for it. A statement released by the company alludes to a contract extension offer it says McGurren turned down, but it provided no other details. She subsequently filed two lawsuits, one against Ferguson and the other against Hubbard. While so many people tend to move to Chicago from far away, she is not one of those people. Melissa McGurren, the pride of Portage, Indiana, who rose from traffic reporter to full-fledged co-host of Eric Ferguson's top-rated morning show, is out after more than two decades at WTMX. Wenn Sie Ihre Auswahl anpassen mchten, klicken Sie auf Datenschutzeinstellungen verwalten. Ashrafi, who was afternoon co-host and traffic reporter at WTMX using the on-air name Jennifer Roberts, is the fourth former female staff member to back claims against the station and Ferguson. The Tribune also reports that McGurren, who co-hosted "Eric in the Morning" on The Mix, described Ferguson in a December complaint to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission as a "serial abuser of women" who had subjected her to an "unbearable hostile work environment." A separate lawsuit she filed against Ferguson remains active. The judge on Friday ruled that the station's statement regarding a complaint made by McGurren to the U.S. Melissa McGurren, who was a mainstay of Hubbard Radio hot adult-contemporary WTMX 101.9-FM for 22 years, has been hired by Audacy country WUSN 99.5-FM to lead a new morning show, Robert Feder writes.
10 Things You Didn't Know about Melissa McGurren - TVOvermind Audacy Announces Debut of New Morning Show on US99 in Chicago Wednesdays comment of the day: Charles Schutt: Isn't joining NewsNation now pretty comparable to wanting a deckchair on the Andrea Doria or the Titanic AS they are going down? Valderrama said the analysis in McGurrens lawsuit was applicable and persuasive in DeNicolos case because the companys published statements in both situations were similar.
McGurren, the pride of Portage, Indiana, who rose from traffic reporter to co-host of Eric Ferguson's morning show at The Mix, has been off the air since she and the station parted company late last year. Paddock Publications, Inc. is an Employee-Owned Company. She too was represented by Mandell. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. In the latest Nielsen Audio survey, The Mix ranked third overall in mornings with a 7.3 percent share and cumulative weekly audience of 390,600. I really truly am. In the suit, McGurren said the station falsely calls (her) a liar and attacks (her) integrity credibility when it said in a statement that it did not agree with McGurrens characterization of events in relation to Ferguson.
Hubbard Radio Wants Court To Dismiss Defamation Suits From Eric A former assistant producer for Ferguson, Cynthia DeNicolo, had alleged the company defamed her last year by stating it found no evidence to corroborate her allegations that Ferguson engaged in illegal workplace conduct at WTMX-FM 101.9. Jeff England, vice president and market manager at Hubbard Radio Chicago, was quoted as saying: Our plans for the future of Eric in the Morning definitely included Melissa. Shes been gone from the program long enough that her fans have been a little worried.
Melissa McGurren Profiles | Facebook He calls her the secret weapon, and continues with, theres something unique about her, something super appealing, that is so central to the show, and hes not wrong according to fans. The list of flaws with this team are many, but the fact that this Bulls front office thought Russell Westbrook might help them out could be atop that list. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our.
Melissa McGurren Departs WTMX's Eric In The Morning While she does not address the actual reason for her disappearance, she does make it clear that she and her family are all healthy and shes hopeful everyone stays that way. McGurren and her agent, attorney Steve Mandell, declined requests for comment. Robert Feder, a lifelong Chicagoan, covered the media beat in his hometown from 1980 until his retirement in 2022.
US99 Chicago Launches New Morning Show - Radio Ink "The Mix is sad to announce that after 22 years with the station, Melissa McGurren was offered a contract extension which much to our surprise she declined," the statement said. Radio Ink. CHICAGO An Illinois District Court judge on Friday dismissed a $10 million defamation lawsuit by former Chicago radio host Melissa McGurren, who had filed suit against her former employer in connection with sexual harassment allegations against her former co-host on The Mix, Eric Ferguson. McGurren brought the $10 million claim in October in response to an email in which the company told staff it had "thoroughly . McGurren spent most of . In a March 1 ruling, Judge Ronald Guzman found Hubbard Chicago VP/Market Manager Jeff Englands comments to be non-actionable statements of opinion that did not fall into any of the five categories that Illinois law deems to be defamatory. Terms of her multiyear deal, negotiated by attorney Steve Mandell, were not disclosed. 10 Things You Didnt Know about Melissa McGurren, Five Songs That Lead to the Creation of a Movie or TV Show, 10 Things You Didnt Know about Brandon Flynn. England's October 5 email prompted McGurren to sue for defamation, alleging that his statement falsely branded her a liar by attacking her credibility and integrity. The accusations of sexual harassment and abuse of power levied against Eric Ferguson continue to pile up as a fourth accuser has come forward, while the station he hosts mornings at, Hubbard hot AC 101.9 The Mix WTMX Chicago, is hit with a $10 million lawsuit from a former co-host of Fergusons.
No reason was cited for the breakup, but reports persisted of friction between Ferguson and McGurren. Nazareth won its fourth state trophy since 2019, and more importantly the programs first state title. Audacy announced a new morning show for US99 (WUSN-FM) in Chicago, welcoming local media veteran Melissa McGurren and Austin Huff as morning show co-hosts. Officials of the Hubbard Radio hot adult-contemporary station ended speculation today about McGurren's lengthy absenceand announced a parting of the ways. Mom 1st. All four women alleged management protected him because of his shows high ratings. Chicago | Mornings @US99Chicago 6-9am SHOP Melissa's Amazon Favorites link below .
Owner of 'The Mix' didn't defame former assistant who accused host Eric By November 2019, I could not stand to be in that hostile work environment another day. The suit against Ferguson states that in 2004 she stopped providing oral sex in response to his demands, which he allegedly made by using the code words I need a back rub. She said Ferguson taunted her with the phrase throughout her remaining tenure at the station. McGurren, who worked for the WTMX-FM for 22 years, alleged in the suit that the station defamed her in choosing not to side with her in her complaints of sexual harassment by Ferguson. Hubbard also asked Judge Franklin Valderrram to consider Judge Guzmans rationale and toss DeNicolos complaint for the same reasons. Hubbard Radios statement that the company thoroughly investigated McGurrens allegations is false, according to McGurrens suit. After taking Ferguson off the air last October following a series of allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power by former female co-workers, Hubbard parted ways with the morning host last November. Tiffany and her husband are the proud parents of four children in her free time. When he stepped down after 25 years at the station, Ferguson said in a statement that he was energized to move forward and defend myself against claims made against me and the station.. Ferguson's former co-host, Melissa McGurren, filed the $10 million lawsuit last fall. In a four-page ruling issued by the United District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Judge Ronald A. Guzman granted Hubbard Radio Chicago petition to dismiss the suit brought by McGurren. Honestly, let her not forget that. Rachel Williamson, regional president and market manager of Audacy Chicago, said the team of McGurren and Huff "will bring energy, positivity, chemistry, and a lot of fun to this fresh and dynamic local show to serve Chicagos country listeners. DeNicolo, a former WTMX assistant producer, claims Hubbard defamed her in statements it made to the Chicago Tribune after the newspaper first reported on her original suit against Ferguson. In the latest Nielsen Audio survey, US99 tied for 15th in mornings with a 2.0 percent share and cumulative weekly audience of 250,800. McGurren was one of three female former station employees to raise allegations about Ferguson in court filings after DeNicolo filed her lawsuits. Eric in the Morning assistant producer Cynthia DeNicolowho also occasionally worked as a babysitter for Ferguson and his then-wifealso has sued the station, claiming Ferguson used his star power to coerce her into sex acts when she first began working for the station, and, for years after she began refusing his come-ons, taunted her in front of co-workers. Thank you so much. US99 Chicago Launches New Morning Show. Overall the station ranked 13th with a 2.6 share and weekly cume of 710,900. I love smooth jazz Christmas music. How would you rate this article? Tuesdays comment of the day: Rita Buda: I can't wait to listen to Rick O'Dell's top 12 smooth jazz Christmas tunes. It just brings alertness and focus to the game., White Sox notebook: Benintendi, Anderson, Alberto, Saturdays win. Mom 1st. CHICAGO An Illinois District Court judge on Friday dismissed a $10 million defamation lawsuit by former Chicago radio host Melissa McGurren, who had filed suit against her former employer in . How could we improve it? MCGURREN also brought an EEOC Charge of. Believer of love, kindness, truth and honesty. A hearing on Hubbards motion to dismiss was held Tuesday, Aug. 30 and the court is expected to issue an opinion on the motion soon.