Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to take a look at some federal and state bills concerning social media, like the Kids Off Social Media Act and the Parental Digital Choice Act. He also shares details about the TikTok ban update and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean discuss the Super Bowl ratings, Jay-Z’s iconic watch, and Green Day’s movie. They also share details about David Johansen’s health announcement, the plane incident involving Vince Neil, and Dean’s interview with Antonio Banderas.

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:

Months After Axing ShotSpotter, City Seeks Proposals For ‘Gun Violence’ Detection System: “I think it’s just the city trying to see what’s out there, trying to find the magic technology that is being promised by surveillance vendors,” one ShotSpotter critic said. “But it just doesn’t exist.”

Heartland Alliance Health Shutting Down Clinics And Food Pantries, Affecting Thousands In Need: The community health care nonprofit is shuttering and will close its Uptown and Englewood clinics and three food pantries by April. The closure comes less than a year after the group broke off from parent organization Heartland Alliance.

Bronzeville’s Historic Morning Star Baptist Church Could Become City Landmark: The Commission on Chicago Landmarks granted preliminary status to the 113-year-old building.

On February 11th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Chicago advertising agency veteran Gary Schotz joins Bob Sirott to talk about some of his favorite and least favorite commercials that aired during Super Bowl LIX. Some of the companies include Nike, Tubi, Yahoo!, and more.

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a study that looks at an increased risk of heart attacks on Super Bowl Sunday. He also shares details about the benefits of flossing regularly, why you should consult your doctor before taking aspirin, MRI scanning for prostate cancer, and why NFL players try to avoid opioids for pain management.

Dan Hampton, Pro Football Hall of Famer, joins Bob Sirott and Andy Masur to breakdown the Philadelphia Eagles 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. Hampton reacts to the the comparisons being made to the defensive performance he and his Chicago Bears teammates had in their dominant win against the Patriots 39 years ago. He also takes time to shares his thoughts on the tragic passing of longtime owner and matriarch of the Chicago Bears Virginia McCaskey, as well as former Bears head coach Dick Jauron.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the Super Bowl’s halftime show, as well as other musical performances during the event. They also share details about the fan-favorite commercials during the game and new movie trailers.

NewsNation national correspondent Xavier Walton joins Bob Sirott to recap the events of Super Bowl LIX, including how the crowds reacted to the game and halftime show, as well as President Donald Trump’s appearance.

On February 10th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: