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Extremely Local News: Doughnate delivers pizzas to...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/27

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Some Chicago School Board Members Call For Virtual Learning For Immigrant Families: School board members said district families are living in fear because of increasingly […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘Miami Vice,’...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/27

Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about what “The Chair Company” is about, a new season of “Nobody Wants This,” and the return of “Smiling Friends” on streaming services. He also shares details about the “Only Murders in the Building” finale, a new […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/27/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/27

On October 27th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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It’s Affy Tapple season!

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/24

Affy Tapple’s Director of Marketing, Derek Dye, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the memories of Affy Tapple drop-off days in school and what their most popular apples are. He also explains the history of the Affy Tapple name, how the recipe was created in Chicago, and their collaboration with Stan’s […]

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Extremely Local News: When could the Portage Theater...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/24

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: Historic Portage Theater Has A New Owner Who Plans To Revive It As A Community Space: Chris Bauman, founder of the Avondale Music Hall and partial owner of the Patio Theater, […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘IT: Welcome To...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/24

Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the premiere of “IT: Welcome To Derry,” the remake of the 90s movie “The Hand That Rocks The Cradle,” and what their favorite Halloween movies are. He also shares details about Ann Rice’s new show on […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/24/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/24

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

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Richard Roeper: Bars and restaurants named after...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about a man who lives on his boat full time and if this is something that’s becoming more common. He also shares details about Butch McGuire’s companion bar, Mary Jo McGuire’s, and the authenticity behind restaurants and bars names after […]

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An update on the Cook County Tax Bill

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial and host of WGN’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” David Hochberg joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the increase in refinancing rates and an update on the Cook County Tax Bill. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10am to […]

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Make sure to buy your Halloween costume from a...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about Halloween costume shopping scams and how voice technology is being used to hack into bank accounts. He also explains how a scammer can pose as an attorney to ask for money and the BBB’s upcoming 100th anniversary celebration.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘Stranger...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share details about the “Stranger Things” series finale showing in theaters and the season finale of “Gen V.” He also talks about one of his favorite shows “Hal & Harper,” as well as some new movies and […]

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Extremely Local News: When will Chicago get its first...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

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: Chicago-Area Companies Raked In Millions From Feds As Operation Midway Blitz Intensified: One Chicago-based company was awarded more than $7 million to relocate ICE employees while a suburban weapons manufacturer was paid […]

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Thought Leader Caryn Levey explains new income tax...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

Caryn Levey, Senior Vice President and Private Banking Group Manager at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader segment to discuss the new federal income tax brackets for 2026, as well as how the government shutdown will affect year-end planning, including student loan debt.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/23/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/23

On October 23rd, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Museum of Broadcast Communications celebrates their...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

CEO of the Museum of Broadcast Communications and WGN Radio host Dave Plier joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the grand opening of the new Museum of Broadcast Communications site. Some of the new exhibits highlight Johnny Carson’s career, five decades of The Loop, and “I Dream of Jeannie.”

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Karen Conti: Supreme Court to review case of pot...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about a case that the Supreme Court will review concerning owning guns and smoking pot, as well as if the new John Wayne Gacy drama series is accurate. She also shares details about the beginning of Sean Grayson’s trial and why […]

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This Week in Chicago History: Mike Ditka, Al Capone,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the birth of Mike Ditka, Al Capone’s downfall, and Marshall Field’s charm school for “elevator girls.”

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Extremely Local News: Humboldt Park teen teaches her...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: A Chicago High Schooler Had Just Returned From Chemotherapy. Then ICE Arrested Her Father: Ofelia Torres is being treated for Stage 4 cancer while her father […]

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Bulls open the season against division rival Detroit

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

The Chicago Bulls open their 2025-26 season at home against the Detroit Pistons tonight. WGN Radio sports anchor Mark Carman joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to preview the game, and share his thoughts on the team as a whole. Later on, they discuss where Bulls’ forward Matas Buzelis fits amongst the young stars […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Suzanne Somers,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/10/22

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean talk about the grand opening of the Museum of Broadcast Communications and why Bryant Gumbel was hospitalized. They also share details about an AI model of Suzanne Somers and what’s new in […]

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