Chicago, IL

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on:. Congress Theater Redevelopment In Jeopardy As Alderman Races To Save Expiring City Funding: Ald. Daniel La Spata pushed through a...

Extremely Local News: How are Riot Fest organizers promoting noise control?

Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network, joins John to discuss the robust jobs report, why Friday’s jobs report is good news for the economy, and what the hiring trends are looking like in Chicago. Segment 2: Philippe Weiss, President, Seyfarth at Work, talks to John...

Wintrust Business Lunch 6/6/23: Robust jobs, ‘Stay Interviews,’ Chicago home prices decline

David Zak, Board President for the Chicago Prime Timers, joins The Althimer Show to talk about their goal to provide a supportive atmosphere for mature gay/bisexual men and why it’s important to provide a safe, comfortable space for individuals who may find themselves in need of their support. David also talks about what Pride Month means to him, and why it’s special.

Learning the story of the Chicago Prime Timers

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Naperville, IL

Three college kids wanted healthier fast food, so they drew up a business plan. Sixteen years later, Sweetgreen is a $1.2 billion salad chain and it's turning over new leaves in Naperville with a robotic salad machine. In 2007, Georgetown University students had two choices of food: fresh, slow, and...

Hundreds wait in line for a …. salad

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on:. What’s Up With All The White Fluff? Why Cottonwood Trees Are Seeding Like Crazy This Year: These types of...

Extremely Local News: It’s not snowing in Chicago – it’s cottonwood trees

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to talk about his now viral video and the controversy that ensued after he tried to purchase an iced decaf coffee. David also breaks down the current landscape of buying and selling real estate as limited inventory is keeping home prices high.

David Hochberg: Not going to see a retraction in home prices anytime soon

Gurnee, IL

Chris Jacques, a large carnivore expert with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, joins Lisa Dent to explain why black bear sightings like the one in Gurnee, IL are becoming more frequent. Chris also explains why you should not engage with the animal if you happen to see one.

The reason black bear sightings in Illinois are increasing

Watch the final minutes of the City Kids Camp Radiothon, presented by Republic Bank of Chicago with support from Alpha Wealth Group and Jewel-Osco. Donate here to City Kids Camp.

Video: City Kids Camp Radiothon

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on:. Vienna Beef Reopening Restaurant, Corporate Headquarters At Former Bucktown Factory: “Vienna Beef Plaza” will include offices for the hot dog brand...

Extremely Local News: Vienna Beef returning to Bucktown

Lieutenant David Haynes, a police officer who works on the North Side of the city, makes his weekly visit to the WGN Radio studios and the Bob Sirott Morning Show, this week featuring Wendy Snyder. Lt. Haynes, who co-authored “The Beat Cop’s Guide to Chicago Eats,” reviews Cooper’s Corner. Located at 27W150 Roosevelt Rd. in Winfield, they are known for their ribs and shrimp combo, meatloaf, and chicken pot pie. Lt. Haynes also reviews The Royal Nuts, located at 5050 N. Cumberland Ave., Unit 27bb in Norridge. They are known for their Turkish coffee, nuts, and chocolates.

The Beat Cop’s Guide to ribs and Turkish coffee

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Mayor Brandon Johnson telling a new group of Chicago Police graduates that, “If you don’t live in the city of Chicago, you don’t have a right to talk about the city of Chicago.” Eric and John both disagree with this sentiment from the mayor. Eric and John also talk about why they both had an issue with a recent a Chicago Tribune editorial cartoon.

Eric Zorn: Mayor Johnson needs to choose words more carefully

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the day when Ferris Bueller decided to fake sick, Princess Diana’s visit to Chicago, and the first Chicago Blues Fest.

This Week in Chicago History: Chicago Blues Fest, Princess Diana, and Ferris Bueller

Wheeling, IL

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. Rain has been scarce in the area, so what advice does Bob have for people who are worried about their lawns?

Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Taking care of your lawn during a drought

In this new podcast, Paul goes behind the curtain with the amazing Mark Toland, a mentalist who will be first to tell you that what he does is not real! A show filled with humor and audience interaction that will truly have everyone in the room in complete amazement. Mark is talented in so many ways that it is a show you will want to see over and over and you will never figure out how he does what he does. Plus, an evening at The Chicago Magic Lounge is a memorable experience you do not want to miss! Mark appears through June 28th and tickets can be purchased at: ChicagoMagicLounge.com.

Mentalist Mark Toland wows ‘em at Chicago Magic Lounge through June 28th

Justin Kaufmann, Reporter, Axios, joins John Williams to recap last night’s James Beard Awards. Who were the big winners and who were the losers? Justin breaks it all down. Sign up for Justin’s daily newsletter here.

Chicago winners at the James Beard Awards

BONUS PODCAST: This bonus podcast was taped live at the Up Comedy Club at The Second City. Kelly Leonard, Executive Director of Learning & Applied Improvisation at Second City Works, hosts a podcast taping with a stellar panel of guests to look at how comedy is an effective tool in the struggle for human rights. Presented by the MacArthur Foundation, Pillars Fund and The Second City.

BONUS PODCAST: Getting to Yes, And… | Yasmin Elhady, Crystal Echo Hawk, Caty Borum – ‘Comedy’s Serious Role in Human Rights’

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Wintrust Business Minute: Chicago Ford plant focus of federal safety regulators

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The Chicago Ford plant is the focus of federal auto safety...

Wintrust Business Minute: Chicago Ford plant focus of federal safety regulators

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