Countdown Chicago 2021 on ABC7
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CHICAGO (WLS) As we look forward to bidding farewell to 2020, ABC 7 s New Year s Eve special, a Chicago tradition for the past 29 years, will carry on the celebration! Countdown Chicago, the city s longest running and most popular local New Year s Eve show, will once again ring in the New Year on Thursday, December 31 at 11:25 p.m.. December 31, 1991 marked the beginning of ABC 7 s annual broadcast of New Year s Eve specials.
Countdown Chicago was one of the most watched local programs in Chicago in 2020 and this year won t be an exception! ABC 7 s Janet Davies and Mark Giangreco, two of Chicago s most recognized broadcasters, will team up for their 20th stint as co-hosts ushering in the New Year for Chicagoans. Janet and Mark will host from a re-imagined and festive Windy City LIVE studio, showcasing exciting entertainment for some NYE magic. Also, joining the celebration are ABC 7 s Ryan Chiaverini, Liz Nagy, Hosea Sanders and Val Warner.