Richard Pegue (July 29, 1944 - 2009) - A staple of Chicago Radio, Pegue started his career performing and writing songs. In 1968, he became the music director at WVON then moved to WOPA and WGCI. After brief stops elsewhere, Pegue returned to WGCI , moving it in the direction of oldies where he enjoyed a thirteen year run. Today, Pegue can be heard back at WVON. Chicago named a street after Pegue in recognition of his contributions to his hometown.