Marti Jones crowned “Columbus Day Queen” during the WLS Wake Up Call!

Aug 26, 2016

After Marti’s loss in the Columbus Day Parade Pageant more than 20 years ago, Kim Berk gave her the crown this morning during the WLS Wake Up Call. Marti said “This is a win for all Italians!”

Congrats Marti Jones!

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