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How to donate to L.A. wildfire relief efforts safely

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/16

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can safely donate to wildfire relief efforts, fake rewards from holiday purchases, and a warning from the Illinois Attorney General. He also shares details about how to recognize a Cost-of-Living Adjustment scam, fake banking apps, and fake emails about iCloud […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Leonardo...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/16

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Leonardo DiCaprio’s donation to L.A. wildfire relief efforts, Sally Struthers’ interaction with Betty White, and a lawsuit between Tony Bennett’s children. They also talk about Conan O’Brien’s award, the donation of SNL artifacts, […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 1/16/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/16

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

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This Week in Chicago History: Harry Caray, Mayor...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/15

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the record snowstorm in 1979, the discontinuing of green stamps at Wieboldt’s stores, Harry Caray’s salary disagreement, and more.

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Karen Conti: Are there lawsuits involved with Los...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/15

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to discuss what homeowners in California should do if they don’t have insurance and if there are any lawsuits concerning the wildfires. She also explains whether or not she thought it was a good idea for Mike Madigan to take the stand and the trial of the […]

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How can you decrease the risk of norovirus?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/15

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 details about how good hygiene could decrease the risk of norovirus and what we’re still learning about Long COVID.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: BAFTA, Josh Gad,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/15

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the BAFTA nominations, Josh Gad’s donation to L.A. wildfire relief efforts, and Ringo Starr’s benefit show. They also discuss the legal battle between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, as well as what’s new […]

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Extremely Local News: Steve Goodman’s handwritten...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/15

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: Late Folk Legend Steve Goodman’s Guitars, Lyric Sheets Feared Lost In Los Angeles Fires: The singer-songwriter’s daughters lost their Los Angeles homes in the wildfires. They held Goodman’s “City of New […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 1/15/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/15

On January 15th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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A futurist analyzes the L.A. wildfires and climate...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/14

Futurist David Houle joins Bob Sirott to explain what he does as a futurist, as well as why he thinks the L.A. wildfires are a tipping point concerning climate change. He also talks about how the fires have impacted much of Hollywood’s industry and the insurance industry in California going forward.

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How to free up space on your technology

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/14

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to explain what “digital clutter” is, how to organize digital files, and how to de-clutter your devices. He also shares details about tips to organize your passwords, strategies to overcome digital hoarding, and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: The Weeknd,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/14

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the postponing of the Oscar nominations and The Weeknd’s upcoming album release, as well as Jimmy Kimmel’s return to air. They also discuss who will be performing at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration and […]

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Extremely Local News: Chicago’s pickleball team...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/14

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: City Leaders, Advocates Rally Against Proposal To Change Chicago’s Sanctuary City Rules: Immigrant rights advocates also warned that allowing local police to cooperate with federal immigration agents could leave […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 1/14/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/14

On January 14th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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L.A. residents helping each other during wildfires

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/13

NewsNation correspondent Brooke Shafer joins Bob Sirott from L.A. to give an update on the wildfires and what officials are telling residents. Bob’s stepdaughter and Alhambra resident Natalie Zarowny also joins him to talk about increasing prices during the wildfires and how residents are helping each other.

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Does this walking trend help with weight loss?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/13

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Bob Sirott to talk about an increase in sugar-based drink consumption and how to shop for balanced meals at the grocery store. He also shares details about the 6-6-6 walking trend and how earbuds could harm your hearing.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: L.A. wildfires,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/13

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about how some hotels in Los Angeles are offering free rooms to first responders and donations to L.A. wildfire relief from organizations and celebrities. They also share details about some celebrity deaths, weekend box office […]

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Extremely Local News: When can we see an extension of...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/13

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: Red Line Extension Secures $2 Billion In Federal Funds Before Trump Takes Office: Transit officials said last month they were “confident” they’d strike the deal to extend the Red […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 1/13/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/13

On January 13th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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L.A. residents urged to stay inside, wear masks if...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/01/10

Bob Sirott’s stepdaughter and resident of Alhambra, California, Natalie Zarowny, joins Bob to give an update on the wildfires spreading in the Los Angeles area. She shares details about the air quality in the area and what people are trying to take with them should they need to evacuate.

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