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Richard Roeper: New ‘rage room’ opens in Chicago Heights

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/19

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about the opening of a new “rage room” in Chicago Heights and what exactly they are used for. He also shares details about the city’s plan to expand Divvy Bike stations throughout the neighborhoods and wards, as well as where we can expect to […]

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This is the number one spring-related scam

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/19

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about a scam concerning a request for e-gift cards, what you should do if you get an unfamiliar calendar invite, and the number one spring-related scam. He also shares details about a warning from the Will County Sheriff’s Office concerning Zoom courtroom sessions […]

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The Entertainment Report: Val Kilmer, Bradley Cooper,...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/19

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about an AI version of Val Kilmer, details on a new Spider-Man movie, another season of “The White Lotus,” and an “Ocean’s 11” prequel starring Bradley Cooper. She also shares details about new […]

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How are high mortgage rates impacting sales in Chicago?

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/19

Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of WGN’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” David Hochberg joins Bob Sirott to explain what the Fed Chair decided to do with interest rates and how high mortgage rates are impacting this area’s sales. He hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from […]

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Extremely Local News: The Bronzeville Mansion is up...

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2026/03/19

Quinn Myers, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Quinn has details on: City Council Freezes Tipped Wage Increase, But Mayor Says He’ll Veto: Alderpeople in 2023 approved a gradual phase-out of the so-called subminimum wage for tipped workers by 2028. But pushback from restaurant owners led the […]

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Thought Leader Doug McClure shares Chicago...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/19

Doug McClure, Senior Vice President and Team Leader, Commercial Banking at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader conversation to break down a new survey showing strong executive confidence in Chicago’s economic outlook for 2026. They also discuss signs of a cooling national labor market following February’s jobs report, and what the latest rise in consumer […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/19/26

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/19

On March 19th, 2026, Kevin Wells shares today’s potential market drivers:

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This Week in Chicago History: Lou Malnati’s, Jack...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/18

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Jack Ruby’s death sentence, the debut of the FBI’s “Most Wanted” list, Lou Malnati’s first restaurant, and more. Sponsored by UI Health.

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Mary Ann Ahern with highlights of the 2026 Illinois...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/18

Mary Ann Ahern, NBC 5 Chicago political reporter, joins Bob Sirott to share the results from the Illinois Primary Election, including who will continue on in the race for Senator Dick Durbin’s seat and the Illinois Governor race between current Governor J.B. Pritzker and Republican nominee, former State Senator Darren Bailey. She also talks about […]

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Could a dog dermatology product eventually help humans?

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/18

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains how a dermatology product for dogs could eventually help humans and answers a listener’s question about polio.

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Extremely Local News: Divvy Bike stations coming to...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/18

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: Divvy To Add Over 200 Stations Across Chicago, From Downtown To Far South Side: New or upgraded stations will be installed in areas with high ridership and those with less than […]

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The Entertainment Report: Lollapalooza, Peter...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/18

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the Lollapalooza lineup, a new album from Peter Frampton, Madonna’s sole in season two of “The Studio.” She also shares details about the Teyana Taylor controversy and the upcoming debut of […]

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Karen Conti: Federal judge temporarily blocks RFK...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/18

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why a federal judge temporarily blocked Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s vaccine recommendations and why Chicago’s City Council members are looking at pausing the One Fair Wage policy. She also explains what a jury will decide on in a lawsuit against Meta and YouTube and […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/18/26

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/18

On March 18th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Spike O’Dell and Dave Eanet remember Orion Samuelson:...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/17

Today we are remembering the life of Orion Samuelson, a broadcaster who not only informed, but touched the lives of many. Former WGN Radio host Spike O’Dell joins Bob Sirott to talk about how Orion embraced a new generation of WGN Radio personalities and Spike’s friendship with Orion. WGN Radio’s former sports director Dave Eanet […]

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Spring cleaning also applies to your tech

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/17

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can start to declutter your technology and why it’s important. Scott mentions managing notifications, clearing our unused apps and programs, as well as answers this week’s genius bar question.

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Extremely Local News: A dirty soda shop is coming to...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/17

Michael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on: Johnny’s Dirty Soda Shop Brings Mormon Drink Craze To Chicago: The family-owned Lakeview business — Chicago’s first dirty soda shop — adds a twist to the sweet concoction popularized on Hulu’s “The Secret Lives of […]

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The Entertainment Report: Larry David, ‘KPop Demon...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/17

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a new show from Larry David, the confirmation of a “KPop Demon Hunters” sequel, and why there will not be a reboot for “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” She also shares some […]

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Bonds are still a safe haven for investors

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/17

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the markets are reacting to the war with Iran and President Trump’s announcements, as well as why he thinks the interest rates will stay steady this week. He also explains why bonds are still a safe […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/17/26

Bob Sirott ·

2026/03/17

On March 17th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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