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Holiday lights may combat those winter blues

12/23/2024
Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about the pep Christmas lights will put in your step, along with a good walk in general. We also throw around the tireless debate on how beneficial alcohol is for you, plus a few things to be […]

Duration:00:11:41

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Kennedy Center Honors, Martin Short on SNL, REO Speedwagon

12/23/2024
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Dean brings Bob up to speed on the big names at the Kennedy Center Honors, his chat with Timothee Chalamet for A Complete Unknown, and sadly, it is time for REO Speedwagon to fly.

Duration:00:12:53

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 12/23/24

12/23/2024
On December 23th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:42

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 12/20/24

12/20/2024
On December 20th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:48

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Eater Chicago’s year in review with Ashok Selvam

12/20/2024
Bob Sirott chats with Eater Chicago’s editor Ashok Selvam to recognize Chicago’s top spots of 2024 and then we get some perspective from Chicago’s top culinary critics and hear what their biggest grievances were.

Duration:00:10:36

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Extremely Local News: Old Town Pour House says goodbye

12/20/2024
Bally’s Casino Apologizes After Demolition Debris Spills Into Chicago River A wall collapsed Saturday during demolition at the site of the new casino, causing discharge of non-contaminating perlite into the water, according to the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. Cleanup was completed Sunday. Old Town Pour House Closing After 13 Years On Wells Street The sports […]

Duration:00:04:33

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Give your New Year’s resolution a longer life with these tips

12/20/2024
Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about the problem with making a New Year resolution: keeping it! Tune in for some ‘Savvy’ tips! Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own savvy tip: […]

Duration:00:06:51

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Beatles, Jim Gaffigan, Superman

12/20/2024
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Dean gives Bob a big helping of Beatle-mania news as Paul McCartney took to the stage in London and was joined by old pal Ringo Starr and by The Rolling Stones’ Ronnie Wood. Meanwhile, Julian Lennon undergoes surgery due to […]

Duration:00:12:37

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Israel-Hamas War Update: Gaza ceasefire talks at a standstill

12/20/2024
NewsNation’s National Security Contributor & former U.S. Air Force Assistant Vice Chief of Staff Lt. General Richard Newton joins Bob Sirott to address the latest developments in the ceasefire talks in Gaza along with what the future hold for Israel as the tides continue to shift in Syria.

Duration:00:05:33

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Extremely Local News: Horner Park basketball court gets lighting for late night games

12/19/2024
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: Want To Drive A Giant Hot Dog? Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile Is Hiring: Applications are open through Jan. 31 for the one-year gig driving America’s most famous hot dog on wheels. […]

Duration:00:05:31

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Cold weather means increase in winter-related scams

12/19/2024
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about popular winter scams how to spot a phishing scam. He also discusses how car thieves are using tow trucks to impersonate insurance companies and fake “motorcycle for sale” ads.

Duration:00:05:16

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ Martin Short, and Billie Eilish

12/19/2024
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Sean “Diddy” Combs’ appearance in court, Billie Eilish’s visit to a first grade classroom, and Martin Short’s SNL promo. They also discuss the possibility of Pat Sajak’s daughter joining ‘Wheel of Fortune’ and Dean’s […]

Duration:00:11:50

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What happened to the stock market yesterday?

12/19/2024
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Bob Sirott to talk about why stocks plunged significantly yesterday and what the most recent status is. She also explains what a Santa Claus rally is.

Duration:00:05:35

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 12/19/24

12/19/2024
On December 19th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:44

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This Week in Chicago History: Billy Goat Tavern, Holiday Hills, and Lou Manfredini

12/18/2024
Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the 90th anniversary of the Billy Goat Tavern, the death of Mayor Daley, the history of Holiday Hills, and more.

Duration:00:12:07

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Karen Conti: New laws to be aware of in 2025

12/18/2024
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to share more details about the Madison school shooting and a new poll showing American’s drop in confidence of the judicial system. She also talks about new laws taking effect in 2025, like digital drivers licenses and canceling gym memberships made easier.

Duration:00:07:06

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The STEC strain of E. coli explained

12/18/2024
Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses where more cases of bird flu have popped up and explains what STEC is, concerning E. coli outbreaks.

Duration:00:06:44

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Beyoncé, Chance the Rapper, and ‘Karate Kid’

12/18/2024
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Beyoncé’s music industry record and who will be starring in a new ‘Karate Kid’ movie. They also talk about the split of Chance the Rapper and his wife, as well as Dean’s streaming picks.

Duration:00:11:10

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Extremely Local News: Congress Theater site remodel to begin in March

12/18/2024
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: Decaying Congress Theater Gets More City Money To Start $88 Million Overhaul In March: Funds approved Monday would support the ambitious revival of the 3,500-seat venue that includes 13,000 square feet […]

Duration:00:04:24

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 12/18/24

12/18/2024
On December 18th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:37