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  • Patience is key when your technology is lagging

    Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to why being patient with technology pays off when it lags and what happens behind the scenes when a text message or email is sent. He also explains what you can do if an app or website crashes and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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    Thought Leader shares Supreme Court tariff ruling
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/26/26
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    Highlights from President’s State of the Union Address
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    Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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    Debunking health myths with an Infectious Disease Specialist
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  • Extremely Local News: Block Club Chicago dives into the city’s pizza history

    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:

    Photo Booth Lovers Find Options Galore At The Strip Club In Bucktown: The Strip Club will showcase a range of formats and styles from machines retrofitted by A&A Studios, the photo booth company run by Anthony and Andrea Vizzari. Entrance is free, with photo strips going for $7.

    The Ultimate Guide To Chicago’s Big Pizzas: Deep-Dish, Stuffed, Pan And Double Decker: Venture deep into the city’s garden of cheesy, crusty delights to learn what distinguishes our heftiest pizzas.

    How A South Side Woman Built A ‘MuSic Movement’ To Raise Money For Multiple Sclerosis Awareness: The locally organized event Saturday at 115 Bourbon Street will feature performances by Everclear and The Ron Burgundy’s.

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    Sponsored by Great Lakes Credit Union – Committed to financially empowering local communities. For more info go to GLCU.org.

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    Thought Leader shares Supreme Court tariff ruling
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/26/26
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    Highlights from President’s State of the Union Address
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    Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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    Debunking health myths with an Infectious Disease Specialist
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  • Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Three Dog Night, Tim McGraw, and Sam Rockwell

    Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of musician Chuck Negron, Tim McGraw’s tour stop in Tinley Park, and which daytime talk shows are coming to an end. They also share details about a Netflix special for BTS, an Antenna TV marathon for Demond Wilson, and Dean’s interview with Sam Rockwell.

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    Lou Gramm coming out with a new album in March
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    BAFTAs, Lorne Michaels , and the Olympics
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    Steve Perry, Paul McCartney doc., Dick Wolf’s ‘CIA’
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    Passing of Eric Danes, Toy Story 5, The Boss to Chicago
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    Bad Bunny lands new movie role
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    Thought Leader shares Supreme Court tariff ruling
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/26/26
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    Highlights from President’s State of the Union Address
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    Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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    Debunking health myths with an Infectious Disease Specialist
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  • Who is Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh?

    Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how tariffs have impacted the economy and what the Chicago Purchasing Managers Index is. He also discusses who Kevin Warsh is and if he could be the new Fed Chair.

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    Who is Kevin Warsh, Trump’s pick for Fed chair?
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    Thought Leader shares Supreme Court tariff ruling
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/26/26
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    Highlights from President’s State of the Union Address
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    Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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    Debunking health myths with an Infectious Disease Specialist
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  • Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/03/26

    On February 3rd, 2026, Dave Schwan shares today’s potential market drivers:

    • Highlights of this week’s market reports
    • Job openings
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    • Taking a closer look at the Lane Bryant murders

      Filmmaker and documentarian Charlie Minn joins Bob Sirott to talk about how he has tried to compile his research for his new documentary about the Tinley Park Lane Bryant murders and how he is trying to raise awareness for the case. He also shares how the crime is reenacted in the documentary and where you can watch it.

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      Charlie Minn: Very disturbing Lane Bryant is unsolved
      Charlie Minn: The Lane Bryant murders documentary
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      Thought Leader shares Supreme Court tariff ruling
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      Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/26/26
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      Highlights from President’s State of the Union Address
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      Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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      Debunking health myths with an Infectious Disease Specialist
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    • Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Grammy’s, Cher, and Buddy Guy

      Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about highlights from the Grammys ceremony, like the who won for Record of the Year and Song of the Year. They also discuss Cher’s mistake on the broadcast and Chicago artists who won Grammys.

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      Cher flubs Record of the Year announcement at the Grammys. What did she say?
      The Grammys had lots of Mars, Carpenter soaring and a near-naked Bieber. Here are some key moments
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      Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report
      Lou Gramm coming out with a new album in March
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      BAFTAs, Lorne Michaels , and the Olympics
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      Steve Perry, Paul McCartney doc., Dick Wolf’s ‘CIA’
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      Passing of Eric Danes, Toy Story 5, The Boss to Chicago
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      Bad Bunny lands new movie role
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      Associated Bank Market Outlook: 02/26/26
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      Highlights from President’s State of the Union Address
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      Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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      Debunking health myths with an Infectious Disease Specialist
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      Self-driving cars have arrived in Chicago
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    • Sleep habits play a big role in your heart health

      Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Bob Sirott to discuss how much red meat is too much and a study about men’s risk for heart attacks. He also talks about the link between staying up late and heart health as well as how genes play a significant role in your lifespan.

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      Jeff Galloway, who inspired people with his run-walk method, dies at 80
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      Vance says administration is pausing some Medicaid funding to Minnesota because of fraud concerns
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      Cyprus plans mass livestock vaccination to halt spread of foot-and-mouth disease
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      Bird flu outbreak in California elephant seals prompts officials to cancel popular tours
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      Surgeon general nominee faces sharp questions about vaccines, birth control and qualifications
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      Highlights from President’s State of the Union Address
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      Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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      Debunking health myths with an Infectious Disease Specialist
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      Self-driving cars have arrived in Chicago
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      Karen Conti: Differences between U.K., U.S. justice systems
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    • Is it too early to plan for spring break?

      Johnny Jet, travel influencer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what airlines owe you if your flight is delayed or canceled and the campaign to dress better on airplanes. He also discusses how airlines are charging to pick which seat you want, the lack of hotel bathroom doors, and when to book your plans for spring break.

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      Ukraine-Russia update: Reconnecting with Joseph Lindsley
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      Extremely Local News: What is the best creamy garlic dressing recipe?
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      What your devices do when you’re not using them
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      BAFTAs, Lorne Michaels , and the Olympics
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      Is there a reason for the Fed to raise interest rates?
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    • Extremely Local News: West Loop restaurant sued by the state

      Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:

      Gino And Marty’s Owners Sued By State Over Unpaid Wages: State officials allege owners and managers of the West Loop restaurant failed to pay workers earned wages, tips, minimum wage and overtime, leaving at least nine employees owed more than $20,000.

      Neighbors Toast To Alarmist Brewing At Its Send-Off Party: ‘They Mean So Much To The Community’: The award-winning Alarmist Brewing held a final party Saturday ahead of its closure after a decade in business. Neighbors came out in droves to celebrate Sauganash’s only bar.

      New Sound Cafe In Austin Channels The Legacy Of Iconic 1970s Gospel Record Store: The coffee shop opened in the same building that housed New Sound Gospel Records and Tapes until it closed over 20 years ago — and it includes many nods to the gospel store’s heyday.

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      Sponsored by Great Lakes Credit Union – Committed to financially empowering local communities. For more info go to GLCU.org.

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      Ukraine-Russia update: Reconnecting with Joseph Lindsley
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      Extremely Local News: What is the best creamy garlic dressing recipe?
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      What your devices do when you’re not using them
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      BAFTAs, Lorne Michaels , and the Olympics
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      Is there a reason for the Fed to raise interest rates?
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