Chicago Tribune chief political reporter Rick Pearson joins Bob Sirott to recap President Trump’s address to Congress, including where we stand with Ukraine and an update on tariffs. He also discusses what is expected to happen as Mayor Johnson testifies in Washington D.C. and why former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel isn’t ruling out another mayoral campaign.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to discuss what could be behind the decision of the defendant of the Highland Park shooting and whether or not the case of the ComEd Four could be retried after a federal judge vacated some of the convictions. She also talks about the purpose of Mayor Johnson testifying about Chicago’s sanctuary city status in Washington D.C.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the invention of the pizza puff, Walter Payton’s lost Super Bowl ring, Daryl Hannah’s big break, and more.

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:

Dogs Keep Getting Shocked Outside Luxury Apartment Downtown — And Tenants Are Desperate For Answers: Residents of the luxury high-rise Wolf Point East report multiple incidents of dogs being shocked outside the building, with little to no response from management.

Indoor Sports Facility For Kids Opens In Little Village Thanks To Local Nonprofit: The free athletics center operated by Urban Warriors includes a mini soccer pitch, batting cages, a weight room and yoga studio. It’s all to help local kids realize their potential, its founder said.

Chicago’s Most Endangered Buildings 2025: Delaware Building, Darrow Bridge And More: Two South Side churches, two industrial icons and a Frank Lloyd Wright house in Austin round out Preservation Chicago’s annual list of “imminently threatened” historic buildings.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the updated Oscar ratings, the dates for this year’s Lollapalooza fest, and David Schwimmer’s speech at an anti-defamation league event. They also share details about Jennifer Hudson’s accident at a Knicks game and what’s new in home video.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty answers listeners’ questions about measles and explains what new standards are concerning “healthy” food in grocery stores.

On March 5th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to explain how the Midwest will be impacted by tariffs and whether or not we could see price increases in grocery stores and gas stations. He also talks about an update on interest rates and why he’s recommending bonds and value stocks.

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to discuss finding a balance between screen time and time away from social media and how business owners can find that balance, as well. He also explains how increased screen time can impact mental health and answers this week’s genius bar questions.

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:

Logan Square Business Owners Ask For Support As Another Construction Season Begins: Traffic will be rerouted as work starts this week on the inner ring of the traffic circle and on the south side of Milwaukee between Diversey/Kimball and Logan Boulevard.

Wolf & Company Opening Market, Restaurant, Bar And Cafe Just Off 606 Trail This Spring: Wolf & Company is aiming for a May 1 opening in the Trailhead Apartments, which is connected to The 606. Owner Sol Ashbach also runs Little Bad Wolf and Gretel restaurants.

Alex Grelle Marks 10 Years Of Serving ‘Obsessive Homage And Empowering Spectacle’ To Rapt Chicagoans: “The Grelley Duvall Show” previously featured now-famous performers like Sarah Sherman and Meg Stalter, and features other talented Chicagoans you may not know yet but soon will. It runs through March 16 at the Chopin Theater.