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Fast food restaurants revamp their menus, from...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/18

Freelancer Samantha Nelson joins Bob Sirott to talk about restaurants that are hosting Easter dinners this weekend, including Swift Tavern and Big Star West Town. Dan Levy, host of the Barguments podcast, also joins Bob to review Portillo’s new breakfast menu and his opinion of the Popeyes pickle lemonade.

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These small ways of saving money can add up

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/18

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about ways to save money, like making your own coffee at home and not buying bottled water at the store. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘Star Wars,’...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/18

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about some “Star Wars” news from Tokyo, Robin Williams’ advice to a child actor, and famous dual roles in movies. He also shares some things to do this weekend and his movie review of “Sinners.”

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 4/18/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/18

On April 18th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Alderman Brian Hopkins’ curfew proposal gains...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/17

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Bob Sirott to talk about the City Council meeting that occurred yesterday and how his proposal for an earlier curfew for unaccompanied minors was received. He explains how other members of the council expressed interest in extending the curfew to other wards in the city and Mayor Brandon Johnson’s […]

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How to report scam emails

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/17

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how scammers are using paid search results online to trick consumers and a survey that shows how many people are working for businesses they don’t trust. He also discusses how often you should look at your Social Security account, explains what sextortion […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Michelle...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/17

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about who will host the Emmys, why Haley Joel Osment was arrested, and Michelle Trachtenberg’s cause of death. They also talk about Michael Shannon’s role as Bill Parcells, the price of a meal at Coachella, […]

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Extremely Local News: Check out these Easter-themed...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/17

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: Fern Hill’s Old Town Redevelopment Plan Clears Final City Council Vote: The 30-story apartment tower and renovation at North Avenue and LaSalle Drive will bring 349 units, including 70 affordable apartments, to […]

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Thought Leader Dan Barrins shares tariff impacts on...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/17

Dan Barrins (Senior Vice President in the Commercial Real Estate Group at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in today’s Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to talk about the impact tariffs will potentially have on commercial real estate, as well as the deceleration of construction costs and the takeaways from the recent Chicago CBD office report.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 4/17/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/17

On April 17th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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This Week in Chicago History: Judy Garland, Oprah,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/16

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the birth of Thillens Stadium, the opening of McDonald’s in Des Plaines, the election of Harold Washington, and more.

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Karen Conti: There could be a change to an Illinois...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/16

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a possible change to a state cannabis bill and why the Menendez brothers are set to be resentenced. She also discusses why Harvey Weinstein is set to be retried in New York, and the FTC’s antitrust case against Meta.

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CDC’s vaccine meeting will not include influenza

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/16

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty shares what will be discussed in the CDC’s vaccine advisory meeting and the impact Long COVID has on aging.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Wink Martindale,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/16

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share new details about the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, as well as a health update from Gerry Turner. They also talk about the death of Wink Martindale and what’s new on streaming services.

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Extremely Local News: Wisconsin’s Camp Wandawega...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/16

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: After Another Pedestrian Killed Crossing DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Neighbors Say Better Signs Needed: Tourists and other visitors sometimes try to cross the drive near the Museum Campus instead of using […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 4/16/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/16

On April 16th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Learn how to spot and fix tech issues

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/15

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to explain how to troubleshoot and fix technology issues. Some of the issues he talks about include emails that won’t appear, slow devices, and lagging Wi-Fi.

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Extremely Local News: Portillo’s begins testing their...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/15

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: Portillo’s For Breakfast? You Can Try It Starting Tuesday: Italian beef isn’t on the menu, but a Polish sausage and egg sandwich and chocolate cake doughnut are. The chain is testing […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Johnny Depp,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/15

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Katy Perry’s space flight, the new “Harry Potter” cast, and Johnny Depp’s new movie. They also share some of SNL’s greatest impressions and Dean’s interview with Ryan Coogler.

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Will changing tariff policies impact rate cuts?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/04/15

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to explain how markets are reacting to frequently changing tariff policies. He also talks about what recent retail sales numbers are saying about a majority of consumers and if tariffs will impact rate cuts.

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