Kids Color Our World: Sunday, Nov. 15th

Check out some local artwork in the slideshow below, and watch for more "Kids Color Our World" artwork each Sunday morning on Channel 3 News Today beginning at 9am!

The featured artists this week are...

Madeline - a 2nd grader at St. John Nepomucene School in Cleveland

Lilly - a 7th grader at Keystone Middle School in LaGrange

Breanna - a 5th grader at St. Columbkille School in Parma

George - a 5 year old at Fairmount School in Beachwood

To email your artwork to the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show... CLICK HERE

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Tom Meyer Edition

Today's question comes from "The Investigator" Tom Meyer who asks us, "What celebrity did I once share a desk with?"

Do you think you know? CLICK HERE to take a guess!

The answer was C. Oprah Winfrey - Tom said they worked together and shared a desk at WTVF in Nashville, TN from 1976-1977. Tom went on to say that he then moved on to bigger and better things in Cleveland, and that the last he heard, Oprah was doing ok and living in Chicago. (very funny Tom!)

Tune in next weekend for another pair of trivia questions from and about the staff of the WKYC newsroom.

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 11/15)

Producer Caitlin brings you a look at this morning's rundown, does a Bruce Kalinowski impression, and gives you a sneak peek at today's Facebook "friend of the day". See you at 9am!

Weekend Morning Trivia: Tom Meyer Edition

Today's question comes from "The Investigator" Tom Meyer who asks us, "What celebrity did I once share a desk with?"

Do you think you know? CLICK HERE to take a guess!

Get the answer live on WKYC during Channel 3 News Today at approximately 10:20am.

Tune in each Saturday and Sunday for trivia questions from and about the staff of the WKYC newsroom.

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Mike O'Mara Edition

Today's question comes from WKYC reporter Mike O'Mara who asks us, "What is the name of my sailboat?"

Do you think you know? CLICK HERE to take a guess!

The answer was B. Adagio, which is a tempo marking indicating that a portion of music is to be played slowly. This is similar to the way a sailboat moves along the open water... slow and smooth.

Tune in Sunday for another trivia question from a member of the WKYC staff. Hint... it's Tom Meyer.

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 11/14)

Dead batteries in the flip cam could not stop Producer Caitlin from bringing you a look ahead to this morning's edition of Channel 3 News Today. See you at 9am!

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Betsy Kling Edition

Today's question comes from WKYC meteorologist Betsy Kling. She asks us, "Which of the following activities did I NOT participate in during high school?"

Do you think you know? CLICK HERE to take a guess!

The answer to this morning's question was B. Betsy was not a contributor to the yearbook in high school. She did lots of activities while at Copley High School, but the yearbook was not one of them.

Tune in next weekend for another pair of trivia questions from members of the WKYC staff.

Today's Law: New Fannie Mae housing program

Fannie Mae has announced a new program to help homeowners stay in their house, even if it has been repossessed by the bank.

Attorney and Channel 3 Legal Analyst Michael Solomon discusses the new program and the eligibility requirements to participate. CLICK HERE to watch the segment.

If you have a legal question you would like addressed on Today's Law, email us at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com.

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Romona Robinson Edition

Vote for today's question...

WKYC anchor Romona Robinson had a pet pig growing up. So today, Romona asks us, "What was the name of my pet pig?"

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The name of Romona's pet pig was B. Missy. Romona tells us that her mother always warned her about becoming to close with the animals, and unfortunately Missy's life ended as dinner for the family.

Tune in Sunday at 9am for another edition of Channel 3 News Today weekend morning trivia. Sunday's question will be from Channel 3 Meteorologist Betsy Kling.

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 11/7)

Producer Caitlin intended to bring you this morning's promo, however, she was interrupted and Julie at the Desk had to take over mid-promo. Anyhow, here's what you'll see this morning at 9am!

Don't forget to join the live web chat with Kim, Bruce & the crew during the show.

Today's Law: Witnessing a crime

In California, a 15-year-old girl was gang raped at her homecoming dance, and as many as 20 people either took part or watched.

What makes the case more troubling is that the sexual assault went on for two hours, while many stood by and did nothing.

Attorney and Channel 3 Legal Analyst Michael Solomon talks about what legal consequences witnesses to a crime face if they do not report it. CLICK HERE

If you have a legal question you would like addressed on Today's Law, email us at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com.

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Tom Beres edition

Vote for today's question...

Tom Beres has worked in the Cleveland market for 30 years... before Cleveland, which Ohio city did Tom work in?

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The answer was D: Dayton

Tom worked in Dayton for 4 1/2 years, and on his audition tape, he had an interview with then Mayor Dennis Kucinich who said a few eyebrow raising things that impressed the news director and wond Tom the job in Cleveland. Tom says he still jokes with Dennis to this day about helping to get him his job at WKYC.

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Monica Robins edition

Vote for today's question...

When Monica Robins isn't at Channel 3, what is the name of the band she sings in on the weekends?

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The answer was B: Whiskey Kings

If you'd like to check out Monica Robins and the Whiskey Kings on Facebook CLICK HERE

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Halloween edition)

Kim Wheeler brings you a not-so-spooky look at today's Halloween edition of Channel 3 News Today. See you at 9am on air and in the live web chat!

Today's Law: Swine flu employer/employee rights

The H1N1 flu is spreading rapidly around the country and now the President has declared a national emergency. Many schools have closed because of the number of students out sick and employers are facing depleted staffing due to illness.

If you get sick, what rights do you have as an employee? Attorney and Channel 3 Legal Analyst Michael Solomon explains. CLICK HERE

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Dave Summers edition

Vote for today's question...

What is Dave Summers' favorite sport that he still plays today?

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*The answer was C: Golf (what, did you think it'd be Jai alai?)

Behind The Scenes: Channel 3 News Today

Here is a look at some of the things that go on behind the scenes during a live newscast at WKYC. You can see a little of what Producer Caitlin does during the show, what Kim Wheeler does during breaks in the show, and watch Director Matt work the web for Kim during our Facebook/Twitter segment. Check it out...

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 10/25)

Go Browns! Producer Caitlin is in the control room with this morning's preview of Channel 3 News Today.

Director in training Mike is doing the show today with Director Matt "standing by". See you at 9am!

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Chris Tye edition

Vote for today's question...

What is Chris Tye's family nickname?

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*The answer was A: Bullet

Chris' name in Spanish is "Cristobal" which his family then shortened to "Bull" and eventually "Bullet". Chris says that his nephews probably don't even know his name is Chris. He's just "Uncle Bullet" to them.

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 10/24)

Producer Caitlin gives you a quick look at the stories we're working on for Channel 3 News Today while director Matt simulates all the juggling he does behind the scenes to make the show happen.

See you at 9am!

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Jeff Maynor edition

Vote for today's question...

What is Jeff Maynor's nickname?

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*The answer was C: Skip

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 10/17)

Producer Jon and Director Matt bring you a preview of this morning's edition of Channel 3 News Today.

ANSWER: Weekend Morning Trivia: Eric Mansfield edition

Vote for today's question...

Which famous person was WKYC's Eric Mansfield named after?

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***The answer is Eric Clapton. Eric and his two brothers are all named after famous guitar players.

Tune in Sunday for another Channel 3 News Today trivia question.

Weekend Trivia Revamped

Each Saturday and Sunday morning on Channel 3 News Today, Producer Caitlin comes up with a trivia question related to the show to ask Kim, Bruce and the viewers at home. Well, we've decided to shake things up a bit.

Beginning tomorrow (Oct. 17th) at 9am, we will be asking members of the Channel 3 staff for trivia questions about themselves. For example, we may ask you, "How many siblings does Kim Wheeler have?" or "What college did Bruce Kalinowski attend?" We think this will be a fun way to keep our interactive weekend trivia going while allowing the viewers to learn a little bit about the folks at Channel 3. We hope you enjoy it.

See you at 9am on Saturday and Sunday!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 10/11)

Go Browns! Producer Caitlin here with a preview of this morning's show.

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 10/10)

Producer Caitlin and Anchor Eric Mansfield, who is filling in for Kim today, bring you an "explosive" (and shoeless) look at some of the stories we are working on for the Saturday edition of Channel 3 News Today.

By the way, we're only on from 9-10am this morning and there will not be a Noon news today. See you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 9/26)

Director Matt & Producer Cait... er... Producer Meg I mean, bring you a quick look at a few of the stories you'll see coming up on Channel 3 News Today beginning at 9am!

Share your thoughts with us during the show in our live web chat above!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 9/20)

A sleepy producer Caitlin brings you a preview of the Sunday morning edition of Channel 3 News Today. Go Browns!!!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 9/19)

Producer Caitlin and Director/Prop Guy Matt bring you a look at some of the stories we'll be covering this morning on Channel 3 News Today. Don't forget to join the live chat... see you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 9/6)

Producer Caitlin and Director Matt bring you a highly produced, way over budget production featuring some of the stories you'll see this Sunday morning on Channel 3 News Today!



Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and share your thoughts on whatever's on your mind in our live weekend web chat from 9-10:30am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 9/5)

Production assistant Spanx brings you a very detailed (in fact overly detailed) look at what's coming up in the first 1:00 of this morning's show.



Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and share your thoughts on whatever's on your mind in our live weekend web chat from 9-10:30am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 8/30)

Producer Erin (filling in for Caitlin this morning) brings you a look at this morning's edition of Channel 3 News Today.



Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and share your thoughts on Senator Kennedy, the Browns, or whatever else is on your mind in our live weekend web chat from 9-10am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 8/29)

Kim Wheeler and Producer Brooke (filling in for Caitlin this morning) bring you a look at this morning's abbreviated edition of Channel 3 News Today. We'll only be on from 9-10am due to NBC's coverage of Senator Kennedy's funeral.



Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and share your thoughts on Senator Kennedy, the Browns, or whatever else is on your mind in our live weekend web chat from 9-10am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 8/9)

Producer Caitlin brings you into the WKYC control room for a look at the stories we're working on for the Sunday morning edition of Channel 3 News Today. See you at 9am!



Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and join our live weekend webchat each Saturday and Sunday from 9-10:30am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sun. 8/2)

Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and join our live weekend webchat each Saturday and Sunday from 9-10:30am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (Sat. 8/1)

Here is Kim Wheeler with a laid back look at some of the stories you'll see coming up on Channel 3 News Today!



Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and join our live weekend webchat each Saturday and Sunday from 9-10:30am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Bookworm Buzz: Saturday, July 18th

Please send us your Bookworm Buzz suggestions at weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com and we'll feature them each Saturday morning.

For today's Bookworm Buzz, we have a photo sent to us from Heritage Middle School in East Cleveland.

The teachers and students there are recommending the author Virginia Hamilton, who is originally from Ohio. They are reading the book..."The Planet of Junior Brown". It's for students in grades 3 to 7.

The book is about two African American children in New York... one is a musical prodigy, the other is homeless. It's a story of survival and how we all depend on each other.

To see more "Bookworm Buzz" and education related stories on Kim's blog... CLICK HERE

Email Kim at... kimwheeler@wkyc.com

Preview: Channel 3 News Today (7/12/09)

Here's Producer Caitlin with the preview of Channel 3 News Today for Sunday.



Don't forget, you can now watch Channel 3 News Today live on the web and join our live weekend webchat each Saturday and Sunday from 9-10:30am right here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog!

By the way, do you tweet? You can now follow WKYC on Twitter at twitter.com/wkyc

See you at 9am!

Did you miss the Saturday morning promo?

We received a lot of positive comments on our Saturday morning promo for Channel 3 News Today, so in case you missed it, here it is. Enjoy!

Random Team Photo Taken For No Special Reason

Kim wanted a new team photo of the weekend morning crew... so here we are.

From left to right... Production Assistant Bethany Fox, Anchor Kim Wheeler, Editor and Graphics Guru El Edwards, Producer Caitlin Kollar, ?????, Assignment Editor Julie Ocepek, and TD/Director Matt Babb.

Not pictured...Production Assistant Jess Starr. It's Derby Day so Jess was not with us this morning.

To see the rest of Kim's photos from Saturday morning... CLICK HERE.

Blog Birthday...do we celebrate those?

The weekend morning show blog has reached a milestone. One year ago today, we launched the Channel 3 News Today weekend morning show blog on wkyc.com.

Over the course of the year, we've gone from a few funny articles written by the staff to a full on multi-media and social networking hub. (I just thought that sounded cool)

Now on the blog you can watch our shows live on the web each Saturday and Sunday morning, and we offer you the unique opportunity to chat directly to our anchor Kim Wheeler, our meteorologist Bruce Kalinowski and other folks behind the scenes who are working on the show like our TD/Director Matt, our Producer Caitlin, our Floor Director Jess and our assignment editor "Julie at the desk" during our live broadcast.

Another feature we've come up with on the blog to make it more interactive with you, the viewer, is by making it easy to keep up with your favorite WKYC personalities. You can keep tabs on us through Facebook, Twitter, and email.

You can check out Kim's "Bookworm Buzz" each Saturday morning to find out what children's books are Kim's favorites along with the favorites of other local celebrities and sports personalities from the Browns, Indians, and Cavs. You can also see all of our local artwork with the "Kids Color Our World" slideshow that we post every Sunday morning.

We've done a lot in our first year, and we have even bigger and better ideas yet to come. If you have ideas for what you'd like to see us do in year number two, please email them to weekendmorningshow@wkyc.com

Thanks for watching and blogging with us!
Matt Babb, TD/Director and Blog Coordinator for Channel 3 News Today Weekend

Channel 3 News Today Weekend: On Demand

Watch the show from this past Saturday (2/28)and Sunday (3/1) whenever you want here on the Channel 3 News Today weekend blog.

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