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Make sure to buy your Halloween costume from a...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about Halloween costume shopping scams and how voice technology is being used to hack into bank accounts. He also explains how a scammer can pose as an attorney to ask for money and the BBB’s upcoming 100th anniversary celebration.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘Stranger...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share details about the “Stranger Things” series finale showing in theaters and the season finale of “Gen V.” He also talks about one of his favorite shows “Hal & Harper,” as well as some new movies and […]

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Extremely Local News: When will Chicago get its first...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Chicago-Area Companies Raked In Millions From Feds As Operation Midway Blitz Intensified: One Chicago-based company was awarded more than $7 million to relocate ICE employees while a suburban weapons manufacturer was paid […]

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Thought Leader Caryn Levey explains new income tax...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

Caryn Levey, Senior Vice President and Private Banking Group Manager at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader segment to discuss the new federal income tax brackets for 2026, as well as how the government shutdown will affect year-end planning, including student loan debt.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/23/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

On October 23rd, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Museum of Broadcast Communications celebrates their...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

CEO of the Museum of Broadcast Communications and WGN Radio host Dave Plier joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the grand opening of the new Museum of Broadcast Communications site. Some of the new exhibits highlight Johnny Carson’s career, five decades of The Loop, and “I Dream of Jeannie.”

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Karen Conti: Supreme Court to review case of pot...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about a case that the Supreme Court will review concerning owning guns and smoking pot, as well as if the new John Wayne Gacy drama series is accurate. She also shares details about the beginning of Sean Grayson’s trial and why […]

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This Week in Chicago History: Mike Ditka, Al Capone,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the birth of Mike Ditka, Al Capone’s downfall, and Marshall Field’s charm school for “elevator girls.”

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Extremely Local News: Humboldt Park teen teaches her...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: A Chicago High Schooler Had Just Returned From Chemotherapy. Then ICE Arrested Her Father: Ofelia Torres is being treated for Stage 4 cancer while her father […]

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Bulls open the season against division rival Detroit

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

The Chicago Bulls open their 2025-26 season at home against the Detroit Pistons tonight. WGN Radio sports anchor Mark Carman joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to preview the game, and share his thoughts on the team as a whole. Later on, they discuss where Bulls’ forward Matas Buzelis fits amongst the young stars […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Suzanne Somers,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean talk about the grand opening of the Museum of Broadcast Communications and why Bryant Gumbel was hospitalized. They also share details about an AI model of Suzanne Somers and what’s new in […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/22/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

On October 22nd, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Felix Cavaliere to perform with Frankie Valli in...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/21

The Rascals co-lead vocalist and keyboard player Felix Cavaliere joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about his upcoming appearance at The Rosemont Theatre with Frankie Valli and his experiences with the Hammond organ. He also discusses how music is a universal language and the history of when the band changed over from […]

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Did Hamas break the ceasefire agreement?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/21

Tom Mockaitis, DePaul Professor and terrorism expert, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share his thoughts on whether or not Hamas broke the ceasefire with Israel and if they have returned all hostages. He also explains the terms of the ceasefire and an update on humanitarian aid.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: George Wendt,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/21

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean talk about George Wendt’s memorial at The Second City and Eric Dane’s new role as an ALS patient. They also share details about tickets for John Mulaney’s set at Wrigley Field, why […]

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Extremely Local News: What will it take for Chicago...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/21

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Man Living On Boat Near Navy Pier Since April Heads South For Winter: ‘I Don’t Want To Get Off Yet’: Matt Jonkman was successful enough […]

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More people paying off their credit cards

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/21

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about why inflation is higher than the Fed anticipated and why consumers are shifting to buying different products. He also discusses why more people are paying off their credit, how tariffs are impacting consumers, […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/21/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/21

On October 21st, 2025, Steve Grzanich, shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Prunes aren’t the only fruit to help with constipation

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/20

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about how you can reduce your chances for eye injuries, how to keep your joints healthy, and when you should get vaccines for respiratory viruses. He also shares which fruit besides prunes can help with constipation […]

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Extremely Local News: Where to find Tony...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/20

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Tony Fitzpatrick’s Art Is All Over Chicago. Here’s Where To Find It: The artist and lifelong Chicagoan died last Saturday at the age of 66, […]

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