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Connell McShane: What we know about Charlie Kirk...

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2025/09/12

NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins John Williams to talk break down what we know about the suspect that is in custody for the shooting death of Charlie Kirk.

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The Mincing Rascals 9.3.25: Chicago crime, National...

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2025/09/03

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, Publisher of Brandon Pope’s Screening Room, political pundit Marj Halperin,and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals kick off the podcast talking about the the level of crime in Chicago and if the problem merits the deployment of the […]

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part...

John Williams ·

2025/09/03

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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Northwestern Medicine opens new Bronzeville...

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2025/09/02

Dr. Kimbra Bell, MD, Medical Director for the new Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center, joins John Williams to talk about the grand opening of the new facility tomorrow. Dr. Bell talks about the variety of care that will be available at the center, why this type of facility is needed in Bronzeville, how many people […]

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Eric Zorn: Democrats sending wrong message about...

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2025/09/02

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about the violent weekend in Chicago, why he thinks Democrats are sending the wrong message about the National Guard possibly being deployed to Chicago, and why Delta and United are being sued for selling windowless ‘window seats.’

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part...

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2025/09/02

Marge Sipla, Speed Jokes spirit animal, cataloger and Member of the Speed Jokes Committee, joins John Williams and the gang to give us her favorite Speed Jokes of August 2025! What was your favorite joke this month? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com

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Best of the Midwest: All trails lead to Oregon,...

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2025/08/28

It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we head to northwestern Illinois and visit with Ken Williams, Mayor of Oregon, […]

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Your Hometown: Fun for all ages at Safari Lake Geneva

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2025/08/28

“Jungle” Jay Christie, owner, Safari Lake Geneva, joins John Williams to talk about what type of animals you can see when you visit, how Safari Lake Geneva differs from a traditional safari or a zoo, the way you can visit some of the smaller animals on foot, the best way to book an outing, and […]

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Dawn Jackson Blatner: Are protein bars healthy?

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2025/08/28

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner tells John what you should know about protein bars, a new study that shows how alcohol and soda are associated with more hair loss, what type of milk she says is best, and the new trend of ‘fibermaxxing.’ Dawn also answers all of your health and nutrition questions.

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Pastor Corey Brooks: We need the National Guard to...

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2025/08/28

Pastor Corey Brooks, Founder and Senior Pastor at New Beginnings Church of Chicago and the Founder and CEO of Project H.O.O.D, joins John Williams to talk about why he believes the National Guard should come to Chicago to help curb violence. Corey also tells John the progress he’s making in the effort to build his […]

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part...

John Williams ·

2025/08/28

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Window is open to start...

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2025/08/20

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says our water levels are now above average for the month with all the rain and that late August is a good […]

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What’s next for Russia and Ukraine?

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2025/08/20

Dr. Joel Ostrow, professor, comparative and international politics, Benedictine University, joins John Williams to offer his assessment of President Trump’s meeting with Vladimir Putin and to break down the meeting between President Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other world leaders.

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part...

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2025/08/20

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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Support Pastor Brooks as he walks across America

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2025/08/14

Pastor Corey Brooks, Founder and Senior Pastor at New Beginnings Church of Chicago and the Founder and CEO of Project H.O.O.D, joins John Williams to talk about the progress he’s making in the effort to build his opportunity center on the South Side and why he’s walking across America to raise awareness and funds for […]

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Dawn Jackson Blatner: The benefits of Japanese walking

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2025/08/14

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the ‘Japanese walking’ trend. Dawn explains the benefits of this type of walking. Dawn also talks about a new study about ultra-processed foods, and answers all of your fitness and nutrition questions.

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Best of the Midwest: Plan a fall trip to Racine County!

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2025/08/14

It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a short trip north and visit once again with Cari Greving, […]

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part...

John Williams ·

2025/08/14

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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The Mincing Rascals 8.13.25: Dexter Reed decision,...

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2025/08/13

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office declining to file charges against the Chicago police officers who fired dozens of shots at Dexter Reed. Do the […]

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Bill Daley: Fair legislative maps will mean more...

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2025/08/13

Bill Daley, former White House Chief of Staff and co-chair of ‘Fair Maps Illinois,’ joins John Williams to talk about the effort he’s leading with Ray LaHood to remove partisanship from how Illinois legislative maps are drawn. Bill explains how they are trying to create maps that are more representative of the population of the […]

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