Bob Sirott

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share details about Mike Madigan’s report to prison and why that facility was chosen, as well as whether or not it’s legal for Chicago business owners to refuse service to ICE agents. She also discusses if airports can refuse to play the video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and the woman who died after riding a Disneyland attraction.

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 exoneration of Mrs. O’Leary and her cow, the birth of George Wendt, and when Dennis Rodman joined the Chicago Bulls.

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:

The Promontory, Beloved Hyde Park Music Venue, Closing At End Of Year: The popular venue will close following its New Year’s Eve party. The news came just weeks after Sanders BBQ announced it would replace the Promontory’s long-closed restaurant.

Open House Chicago Returns This Weekend. Here Are 5 New Sites To Check Out: The 15th annual festival features about 210 locations across 25 Chicago neighborhoods, with more than 30 sites new to the event.

Chance The Rapper Turned The Red Line Into The ‘Star Line’ For His Chicago Homecoming: The Chicago native took his old CTA route with fans Friday ahead of his homecoming show. “I grew up taking the train from 79th to everywhere,” Chance said.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean share details about the death of singer D’Angelo. They also talk about what’s new in home video, as well as Dean’s recipe for sweet potato pumpkin chili.

Horticulturist at Vern Goers Greenhouse Dan Kosta joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about what to do with your lawn, plants, and shrubs before the first snow and the proper environment for lavender. He also answers listeners questions, some pertaining to when you should cut back your plants and caring for rose bushes.

On October 15th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to explain what passkeys are, how they are different from passwords, and how you can set up passkey for different websites and apps. He also talks about different models of iPhones, reporting spam texts, and updating your tablet.

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:

Savannah Bananas Playing 3 Nights At Wrigley Field In 2026: After selling out two nights at Sox Park this summer, the Bananas will bring their wacky brand of baseball to the North Side in July.

Chicago’s Oldest Feline Clinic Has Been Helping Cats For 50 Years: The Chicago Cat Clinic, the second-oldest feline-specific clinic in the country, is celebrating 50 years in Edgebrook.

SPF To Bring Pickleball Courts To Hyde Park, Irving Park This Year: The company behind Chicago’s largest indoor pickleball emporium also plans to open a facility in West Loop in September, its fourth location in the city.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about market reactions to President Trump’s talk of tariffs on China and if the government shutdown will impact the release of the consumer price index. He also discusses updated retail sales numbers and how likely it is that the Fed will cut interest rates in the next couple weeks.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Alec Baldwin’s car accident, a pumpkin patch tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, and another record-breaking achievement for Taylor Swift. They also share details about Andrea Bocelli’s 30th anniversary concert, an update coming to Apple TV+, and Dean’s interview with Allison Janney and Bradley Whitford.