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Will teen takeover lead to curfew ordinance revision?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/25

34th Ward alderman Bill Conway joins Bob Sirott to discuss the teen takeover after the tree lighting ceremony in Millennium Park and if he believes an earlier curfew could’ve prevented it. He also talks about why he believes Supt. Snelling should have more authority and when the council will vote for a new curfew ordinance.

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Use your technology to make Thanksgiving easier

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/25

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can use tech to make Thanksgiving planning easier and how you can host a “Zoom-giving.” He also shares some Thanksgiving scams to be aware of and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘JoBo’ Colborn,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/25

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the death of Joe “JoBo” Colborn, a celebrity who was allegedly drugged at a Rosemont bar, and Dean’s review of “White Christmas” at the Paramount in Aurora. They also talk about Scarlett Johansson’s […]

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Extremely Local News: The Metro celebrates the life...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/25

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: Hundreds Pack The Metro — And Lakeview Streets — To Honor Tony Fitzpatrick: ‘Tony Was Chicago’: The Chicago visual artist, poet and actor died in October at the age of […]

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Do AI stocks help determine what tech stocks look like?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/25

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what he thinks will happen at the next Fed meeting and a jobs market update. He also explains whether or not lower inflation is better than lower rates and if AI stocks can help determine tech stocks.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/25/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/25

On November 25th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Could a curfew have prevented past weekend’s teen...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/24

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Bob Sirott to talk about a teen takeover in the Loop over the weekend that resulted in the death of a 14-year-old boy and what police know about the alleged suspect. He also explains how police can currently enforce a curfew after a certain time and if there will […]

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How to make your Thanksgiving healthy

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/24

Emergency medicine physician and associate chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital, Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer, joins Bob Sirott to explain how ultra-processed foods can harm major organs and what some of the healthiest low-sugar fruits. He also shares details about how roots canals could help lower blood sugar levels, the benefits of fluoride, […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘Wicked: For...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/24

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the Guns N’ Roses world tour, the box office success of “Wicked: For Good,” and the new “Stranger Things” trailer. They also share details about Eddie Murphy’s award, Donald Glover’s health update, the death […]

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Extremely Local News: This is what Chicago could look...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/24

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: Oldest Brewing School In The US Leaving For Canada, Citing Trump Visa Restrictions: The Siebel Institute of Technology and World Brewing Academy, which has been in Chicago for 157 […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/24/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/24

On November 24th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Chicago’s Phil Stefani works on a project with the...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/21

Phil Stefani, Founder and CEO of Phil Stefani Signature Restaurants, joins Bob Sirott to talk about his history of owning restaurants and how he got his start. He also shared details about his project with the Vatican and working on this project with chef Art Smith.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Superman, Miss...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/21

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about a Superman comic that sold for millions of dollars, the new Miss Universe, and a celebration for Michael B. Jordan. They also talk about Dean’s review of “Wicked: For Good” and things to […]

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Extremely Local News: Need an important message...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/21

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: South, West Sides Hit Hardest By Massive Property Tax Bill Spikes, New Report Shows: A report this week from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office found the median residential tax bill […]

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How you can live a fulfilling life with no regrets

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/21

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about the things people wished they would’ve done before they died per a nurse. Some of those things include allowing yourself joy and forgiving others. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go […]

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Mayor Brandon Johnson highlights his proposed...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/21

Chicago’s Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Bob Sirott to talk about the Protecting Chicago Budget, including the proposed community safety surcharge, and if there will be any relief for higher property taxes. He also explains how new construction jobs are being created throughout the city, an expansion on the congestion surcharge, and his opinion of Bob’s […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/21/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/21

On November 21st, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Richard Roeper: Digital ID’s and another ’85 Bears...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/20

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about Illinois’ new digital IDs and how this phenomenon takes away the nostalgic feeling of presenting a physical ID. He also shares details about “The Super Bowl Shuffle” documentary and the history of how the song was created.

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Addison to hold tree lighting ceremony on December 5th

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/20

Mayor of Addison Tom Hundley joins Bob Sirott to talk about how long his family has lived there and a few public works projects in progress. He also shares details about upcoming holiday events and some of their best restaurants.

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Extremely Local News: Le Piano to stay open after...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/11/20

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: 21 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Christkindlmarket, Tree Lighting, Mag Mile Lights Festival: There’s also the Millennium Park Holiday Market, a Beyond Hunger fall benefit concert, a cardboard art show, […]

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