Each passing day in August brings us one day closer to that most bittersweet of late-summer events: the first day of school. For Chicago students, one of the surest signs that the school year is around the corner is the WGN-TV Back-to-School Kids Fair. Every summer, WGN’s Fair gives Chicago families a little extra help in getting ready to go back to school. Local business are on hand to give out free…
The Big Game is just a few days away, but there’s still time to make sure you’re set up with all the gear that will make Sunday as super as possible. Our resident tech expert, Josh, paid a visit to our friends at WGN News to talk about some must-have products that will make the most out of your gameday. If you already have all the gear you need for your Big Game…
Abt Electronics stopped by Chicago’s WGN Studios and delivered the toys from the WGN & Jennifer Hudson Toy Drive that have been collected from customers and employees the last several weeks. We are pleased to say the outpouring of contributions was much more than last year. We hope this will be a growing trend of continual giving and helpfulness for years to come. Thank you to all who participated!…
Josh Davis, a salesman here at Abt, visited Chicago’s WGN station this week to talk about some great gift ideas for Father’s day. Find out what’s hot and perfect that’ll surely please dad. The following is a list of all the products featured in the segment: Weber 3 Piece Stainless Steel Tool Set $29 Krups Beertender Home Beer-Tap System Keg Cooler $99 HP Photosmart C310a Premium e-All-In-One Printer $149 Polk Audio outdoor speakers $149 Ray-Ban Aviator…
Tomorrow, December 7th, 2010 WGN TV and Abt Electronics are teaming up for WGN’s 8th annual Toy Drive. This year WGN is partnering with the Jennifer Hudson Foundation in Honor of Julian King. WGN will be on location in the morning at Abt Electronics to promote the special event. We are open from 9am-9pm, so all day tomorrow, if you come in and donate a toy, you will receive a free, $20…
If you’re a native to the Chicagoland area, you will probably know the name Roy Leonard. Roy was the radio host for WGN’s mid-day radio show for 31 years and is considered on one of Chicago’s most trusted voices. He has interviewed entertainment stars such as Sophia Loren, Sylvester Stallone, Bette Midler, Paul McCartney and more. He has a blog where he talks about his past experiences with these celebrities and also…
Abt would like to thank Randy Wells for coming to support the LifeSource blood drive today. -Kelly B.…
This afternoon, Abt’s own Josh D., was on WGN Midday Fix talking about how easy it is to create a sports bar in your home. Josh explained, “There are several ways to accomplish the ultimate sports viewing experience in your home depending, on your budget. Screen sizes can vary from 19” to over 100” depending on the size of your room, you may find two sets work for you, but for the…
