Kane County Reporter

This week in Kane County history.

Tom Skilling Joined WGN-TV on August 13, 1978

Thomas E. Skilling III joined WGN-TV on August 13, 1978, marking the beginning of a longstanding career as a meteorologist at the station. His work at WGN-TV included serving as the chief meteorologist and writing a daily weather column for the Chicago Tribune, showcasing his expertise and dedication to accurate weather forecasting. Skilling's contributions extended beyond television, as he hosted seminars on tornadoes and severe weather at the Fermi National Accelerator Lab in Batavia, Illinois, demonstrating his commitment to educating the public about weather-related topics. Throughout his career, Skilling's in-depth reports and precise predictions, such as foreseeing the Groundhog Day blizzard in 2011, earned him recognition as a skilled and respected meteorologist both locally and nationally.