Bob Sirott

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean give updates on Jimmy Kimmel’s show and the Leo High School choir’s appearance on “America’s Got Talent.” They also talk about why Ed Sheeran refuses to perform in space, the announcement of “Camp Rock 3,” and Dean’s interview with the stars of “Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale.”

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about Mayor Brandon Johnson’s opposition to gambling terminals in Chicago establishments and why Richard agrees with him. They also share details about the opening of a Toys “R” Us store in Aurora and Richard’s memories of having dinner with Robert Redford.

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on:

In Little Village, Residents Are Blowing Actual Whistles To Warn Neighbors About ICE: Residents have equipped themselves with bright orange whistles amid ramped-up ICE arrests. “People could hear that noise, and if they don’t have legal status, go the other way,” one immigrant advocate said.

Logan Square Family Turns Run-Down Spot Under The ‘L’ Into A Community Garden: A local civil engineer hopes his guerrilla gardening inspires others to feel ownership of their neighborhoods.

Open House Chicago Back Next Month With Over 200 Sites — Including 30 New Ones: The annual event organized by the Chicago Architecture Center returns Oct. 18-19 with access to architectural gems, local landmarks and beloved businesses.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about the increase of autumn-related scams, like people going door-to-door for roof repairs and fake furnace inspections. He also shares details about a scam that asks you to provide multiple credit cards, a local email scam, and identity theft-driven insurance fraud.

Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial and host of WGN’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” David Hochberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest on credit card rates and what companies don’t tell you about zero percent financing. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm on WGN Radio. You can call him at 855-56-David, or check out the Team Hochberg website.

Dan Barrins (Senior Vice President in the Commercial Real Estate Group at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in today’s Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to discuss the top 10 commercial property projects that may reshape Chicago, the status of the 2025 industrial real estate market, as well as the current rental and multifamily market.

On September 18th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the rights of employees and if they can be fired for posting their opinions on social media, as well as which types of hate speech are and aren’t protected by the First Amendment. She also discusses the chances of Charlie Kirk’s alleged shooter receiving the death penalty and why Rolling Stone publisher is suing Google.

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:

Bridgeport’s Formerly Polluted Riverfront Park Is Now Thriving And Could Be Expanded: Park No. 571 occupies a site on the Chicago River that once housed a Peoples Gas plant. With Peoples Gas set to remediate its last parcel along the river, the park could be in line for a dramatic expansion.

Want A Batmobile Or Michael Jordan’s Bentley? Visit This NW Side Auto Auction This Weekend: Klairmont Kollections closed this summer after about 15 years in Belmont Cragin. The museum featured unique vehicles dating back to the 1800s. All remaining 275 vehicles will be auctioned off this weekend.

Twisted Spoke’s Biker Skeleton Could Become A West Town Monument: Artist and neighbor Jon Satrom has launched a petition to move the beloved motorcycle-riding skeleton to a median on Ogden Avenue following Twisted Spoke’s closure. The bar’s owner is on board.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses the differences between the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, as well as the nutrient in vegetables that may help the body fight cancer cells.