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Extremely Local News: Self-driving cars have arrived...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/25

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: Waymo Starts Testing Self-Driving Cars In Chicago — But With Drivers, For Now: The self-driving cars, staged in a Downtown parking lot Tuesday, will hit the roads with the help of […]

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Karen Conti: Differences between the U.K. and the...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/25

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the criminal justice system in the U.K. is different from the U.S. and the nine people who died in a California avalanche. She also discusses any possible violations of posting the Ten Commandments in the classroom and which tariffs were affected by the […]

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The Entertainment Report: Lou Gramm, Michael Mann,...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/25

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 Lou Gramm’s new album, another project from Michael Mann, and the return of “MasterChef.” She also shares details a limited series on Netflix based on “Pride and Prejudice,” as well as […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/25/26

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/25

On February 25th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Ukraine-Russia War update: Reconnecting with Joseph...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/24

Joseph Lindsley, Editor in Chief of Under Fire News, joins Bob Sirott to reconnect on the four-year anniversary of the Ukraine-Russia War, talking about how this past winter fared and the living conditions of many Ukrainians. He also expresses the importance of solidarity during times of war, his opinions of Vladimir Putin’s strategy, and when […]

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Extremely Local News: What is the best creamy garlic...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/24

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: ‘Survivor’ Fans Pack Brown Line Train For 50th Season Idol Scavenger Hunt: CTA brown line cars served as a temporary Survivor set as fans swarmed the Kimball station on Saturday […]

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What your devices do when you’re not using them

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/24

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about what our devices do when we think we turn them off, when really they continue to run in the background. He focuses on phones, tablets, laptops, and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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Entertainment Report: BAFTAs, Lorne Michaels , and...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/24

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 apology from the BBC after the BAFTAs and the future of the Olympics in Los Angeles. She also shares details about a biopic on Lorne Michaels and a second season […]

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Is there a reason for the Fed to raise interest rates?

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/24

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to explain why yesterday’s stocks were down and concerns about AI hurting the tech sector. He also discusses why the Fed could raise rates and three important reports that investors are looking out for.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/24/26

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/24

On February 24th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Predicting when Alzheimer’s symptoms may begin

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/23

Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer, Emergency Medicine Physician & Associate Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital, joins WGN’s Bob Sirott to discuss a new approach that can predict when Alzheimer’s symptoms may begin, how cats could offer clues for human cancer treatment, the relationship between weight and sleep apnea, a new study on brain […]

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Karen Conti: Refunds on tariffs could take years

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/23

Chicago trial attorney Karen Conti joins WGN’s Bob Sirott to discuss the current tariff situation after the U.S. Supreme Court decided to strike down President Trump’s tariffs. Karen talks about how long it could take consumers and businesses to get refunds on tariffs and potential legislation that could help people get their money back.

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Paul Sullivan with an inside look at Spring Training

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/23

Chicago Tribune Columnist Paul Sullivan joins Bob Sirott to preview the 2026 season for the Cubs and White Sox. Paul discusses the impact of the World Baseball Classic on Spring Training preparation, the effect of the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System, and why threatening to relocate seems to work for Chicago teams.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Steve Perry,...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/23

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Cindy and Bob talk about last night’s BAFTA Awards in London, the ‘GOAT’ movie success at the box office, the possible reunion between Steve Perry and Journey, […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/23/26

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/23

On February 23rd, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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What do side hustles actually earn?

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/20

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to discuss what various side-gigs like freelance writing, reselling on eBay, and food delivery can actually earn. Plus, a recipe for Sticky Mango Chicken Drumstick! 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: Passing of Eric...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/20

Covering for Dean Richards, Cindy Pearlman Gaber joins Bob Sirott with update on the passing of “Grey’s Anatomy” star Eric Danes, who passed after a long battle with ALS; he was 53. Also on the docket, another ‘Toy Story’ movie is coming and a Mama Cass full length feature. Plus, Bruce Springsteen is coming back to […]

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Extremely Local News: Rainbow Cone turns 100, Girl...

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/20

Shamus Toomey– Editor in Chief & Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Original Rainbow Cone Celebrates 100 Years As A Chicago Icon The family-owned shop’s signature cone born in Beverly — chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House, pistachio and orange sherbet — is the […]

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Epic Burgers for a good cause

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/20

The founder of Epic Burger, David Grossman, joins Bob Sirott with a moving look at how the Grossman family has transformed their personal tragedy into a mission of widespread kindness by establishing the Hallie225 Foundation. Through this foundation, they’ve ensured that Hallie’s spirit of compassion lives on through ‘The Hallie Way’—an initiative that not only […]

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A foodie history ‘The Chicago Way’

Bob Sirott ·

2026/02/20

Veteran Chicago food writer and historian Michael Gebert joins Bob Sirott to talk about his new book, “The Chicago Way: An Oral History of Chicago Dining.” Across 587 pages, this book chronicles six decades of Chicago’s culinary evolution, beginning in the 1960s. It draws on nearly 200 firsthand accounts from the people who shaped the […]

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