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Ravinia undergoes renovations prior to the 2026...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/11

Ravinia CEO Jeff Haydon joins Bob Sirott to talk about Ravinia‘s rich history and how it got its start as an amusement park. He also shares details about Ravinia’s current renovations, their sound system upgrade, and when those renovations plan to be completed.

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Is the government set to reopen on Wednesday?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/11

NewsNation’s D.C. correspondent Tom Dempsey joins Bob Sirott to talk about the next step in order to initiate the government’s reopening and when this might happen. He also discusses the terms that both parties had to agree on and the decision about the Affordable Care Act.

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Extremely Local News: Will the city be getting a...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/11

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Package Delivery Tax Floated To Help City’s Budget Woes — But Mayor Says It’d Need State Approval: Ald. Gilbert Villegas is proposing a $1.25 per package tax on ground deliveries […]

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More stocks fall as averages rise – What does this...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/11

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to explain what the Challenger job layoff report is and how accurate those numbers are. He also talks about the numbers of people who don’t own stocks and why more stocks are falling as averages rise.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/11/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/11

On November 11th, 2025, Kevin Wells, in for Steve Grzanich, shares today’s potential market drivers:

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What do your eyes reveal about your heart?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/10

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Bob Sirott to explain how the number of steps your take daily could help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s, symptoms of lung cancer, and why radiation might be unnecessary for some breast cancer patients. He also talks about how your eyes could help predict […]

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Extremely Local News: How buying a pizza can help...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/10

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: Feds Clarify Prayer Ban at Broadview: Restrictions Only Apply On Federal Property: In a Friday phone call, a federal official told faith leaders and activists that there would be […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Rock & Roll Hall...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/10

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the new class inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the weekend box office numbers. They also share details about Kim Kardashian’s social media post and what TMZ is reporting about […]

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What to expect during your Thanksgiving travels

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/10

Johnny Jet, travel influencer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about whether or not Thanksgiving travel will be impacted by the government shutdown and the number of increased flight cancellations due to increasing TSA numbers. He also discusses why some carry-ons have to be checked in and what the “healthiest” seat on an airplane is.

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How IDOT prepares for the first snow of the season

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/10

IDOT’s director of the office of communications Guy Tridgell joins Bob Sirott to talk about when they start preparing the roads before it starts snowing and why the roads don’t tend to stay clear for long. He also explains whether or not they have to wait to salt the roads.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/10/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/10

On November 10th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Can a deal be reached to keep Gene’s Bistro at Midway...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/07

Third-generation principal of Gene & Georgetti’s Michelle Durpetti joins Bob Sirott to talk about why her grandfather decided on opening a steakhouse and why she believes steak-based restaurants do so well even with a lot of competition. She also shares the latest on discussions concerning Gene’s Bistro at Midway Airport, what could possibly be taking […]

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Celebrate ‘Friendsgiving’ with great friends and new...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/07

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to explain what “Friendsgiving” is, how it’s a good opportunity to test out new recipes, and the do’s and don’ts of Thanksgiving with your family. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Jimmy Kimmel,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/07

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the upcoming Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, why Jimmy Kimmel was canceled last night and the “Wicked” TV special. They also shared details about “Stranger Things” red carpet moments, things to […]

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Extremely Local News: Will the city of Chicago buy...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/07

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: City Plans To Buy Greyhound Bus Station Downtown: Ald. Bill Conway said he discovered a $50 million line item for the station in tax-increment financing reports. The Mayor’s Office confirmed the […]

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Is that Facebook privacy settlement email a scam?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/07

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to explain how you can spot a Facebook settlement scam and why sharing your information online could lead to more telemarketing calls. He also discusses cable and streaming scams, like texts and calls from scammers pretending to be a company representative.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/7/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/07

On November 7th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Richard Roeper: Celebrating 50 years of Siskel & Ebert

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/06

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about complaints about smoking on the CTA and how they would address a smoker in that situation. He also shares details about a celebration honoring Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert and how he will participate in the events.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Snoop Dogg,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/06

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Oprah’s favorite things to give as gifts this year, why Snoop Dogg won’t host his New Year’s Eve special and John Mulaney’s appearance at the Supreme Court. They also share details about Dean’s interview […]

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Extremely Local News: Lynn’s Chicago Pizza may be...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/06

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: Families Rally After Feds Take Chicago Daycare Teacher: ‘We Are Filled With Rage’: Hundreds of neighbors gathered in North Center demanding that federal immigration agents stay out of schools after a teacher […]

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