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Marc Malnati remembers serving his friends deep dish...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/06

Marc Malnati, author of “Deep Dish,” joins Bob Sirott to talk about learning how to cook in Italy, working with his father in his family’s restaurant, and the first time his friends sampled their famous deep dish pizza. He also shares how Lou Malnati’s expanded through the years and maintaining the quality of the pizza.

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Your guide to the best Father’s Day gifts

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/06

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joined Bob this morning to talk about gift ideas for Father’s Day, from concert tickets to an indoor pizza oven. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own savvy tip: hello@savvy-planet.com. Follow Marianne […]

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

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/06

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share deep insights into Billy Joel’s life, George Wendt’s cause of death, Nick Jonas’ new musical role, and Tom Cruise’s world record. They also talk about their predictions for this weekend’s Tony Awards, things to do […]

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Extremely Local News: Edison Park newsstand closing...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/06

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: The Green Mill Is For Sale — But Will Likely Remain Unchanged: The owner of the iconic, historic jazz club is selling the Uptown building it calls home. Edison Park’s Kaage […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 6/6/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/06

On June 6th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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New Blackhawks Coach Jeff Blashill: Preparation leads...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/05

Meet Jeff Blashill, the new coach for the Chicago Blackhawks.

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Netflix releases docu-series about the Tylenol murders

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/05

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about one of the most watched shows on Netflix, “Cold Case: The Tylenol Murders.” They dive into who the documentary features, how the packaging has changed over the years, and reactions of people in Chicago.

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Scammers are taking advantage of tariffs

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/05

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to discuss different types of scams people are targeted for and some local scams, including a nun that was scammed out of four hundred thousand dollars. He also explains what tariff scams could look like, such as texts about fake package deliveries.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Martin Scorsese,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/05

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Billy Joel’s new documentary, why Martin Scorsese refuses to go to the movies, and AMC’s decision to run commercials before movies. They also talk about the new “Wicked: For Good” trailer, Jimmy Buffett’s […]

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Extremely Local News: Is Chicago’s grocery tax here...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/05

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’s Grocery Tax Was Slated To End In 2026. Now, Mayor Wants To Keep It Going: State lawmakers last year approved ending the statewide 1 percent grocery tax in 2026. Municipalities now […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 6/5/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/05

On June 5th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Who should get the newly approved FDA COVID vaccines?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses two new COVID vaccines approved by the FDA and explains what the Helsinki Principles are.

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Extremely Local News: Chicago to install additional...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Chicago Is Sinking: Land Under Our Feet Is Retreating More Than Most Cities: Chicago is the fifth-fastest-sinking major city in the United States, according to a new study. While […]

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This Week in Chicago History: Old Chicago Amusement...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the city’s official Ferris Bueller Day, the taping of the final Bozo show, the debut of the Butterfinger candy bar, and more.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Walt Disney...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about a new “Cars”-themed land in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, how Jackie Chan learned to speak English, and an update on the Lively-Baldoni case. They also share details about Arnold Schwarzenegger’s reaction […]

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Karen Conti: Do kids have same free speech...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the court could decide Mike Madigan’s sentencing and an Illinois bill that would require gun owners to lock up their firearms when a minor is present. She also discusses Larry Hoover’s commuted sentence and why a Florida judge strikes a law banning kids […]

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The Jewish community’s response to the Boulder,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

David Goldenberg, Midwest Regional Director at Anti-Defamation League, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the hate crime in Boulder, Colorado and the resilience of the Jewish community. He also discusses the spike in racially charged hate crimes in the last ten years and if there’s a solution to this.

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Extremely Local News: Spend your summer watching...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Rooftop Cinema Club Returns With Open-Air Movie Screenings In Fulton Market: The open-air theater takes over the fifth floor terrace of the Emily Hotel and screens classics including “Mamma Mia” and […]

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Ways to keep your phone safe while traveling

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can keep your phone and your information safe while traveling, like researching your public Wi-Fi sources and choosing a VPN. He also shares different ways to keep your phone charged on-the-go, the importance of downloading offline maps and translators, and answers this […]

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How are businesses getting ahead of tariffs?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/06/04

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the increase of gold, equity, and international stocks, as well as how businesses are trying to get ahead of tariffs. He also gives an update on the unemployment rate and how the economy can keep these numbers […]

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