On May 9th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to bring awareness to Mother’s Day and small business scams. He also shares details about the BBB’s Scam Survival Toolkit and why phishing emails could be difficult to spot.

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:

Butch McGuire’s Eyes 2nd Location In Lincoln Park: The family-owned Division Street bar, a favorite among young bar hoppers, is planning an expansion after more than 60 years.

Devil Dawgs Coming To Andersonville, Taking Over Former Reza’s Restaurant: The hot dog restaurant is opening its fifth Chicago location in the Clark Street storefront this summer, the company said.

DePaul Student’s ‘Grant Slam’ Music Fest To Draw 500 Attendees — And It All Began In His Dad’s Basement: What began as Grant Lendvay’s high school graduation party in his dad’s basement in suburban Barrington has morphed into an annual music fest in Lincoln Park. The fifth edition is Saturday.

Swan Paddle Boats At Humboldt Park Are No More: Wheel Fun Rentals, which also offered bike, paddle board and kayak rentals, closed the Humboldt Park outpost — its last city location — after years of slow business.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about The Who’s final tour coming to Chicago, a health announcement from the 3 Doors Down singer, and an update on Liam Payne’s estate. They also discuss an update about Jennifer Aniston’s intruder, another “Yellowstone” spinoff, and Dean’s interview with the actresses of “Nonnas.”

Duston Detrick, Vice President and Business Banking Relationship Manager at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader conversation to talk about National Small Business Week 2025 and how Chicago is supporting it, as well as the recent jobs report and what the latest GDP report is telling the economy.

On May 8th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Rogers and Hollands President Brent Stern joined Bob Sirott to talk about being the 4th generation that is leading the family business, how his grandmother recorded the company’s well-known jingle, and what Rogers and Hollands can do to help you with your Mother’s Day gift, as well as graduations and other special occasions.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the debut of The Blues Brothers on SNL, the draft pick that shocked Bears fans in 2017, the Chicago Women’s Fair, and more.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why a Washington D.C. judge struck down an executive order concerning a law firm and its access to government buildings and officials. She also shares an update on P Diddy’s jury selection and the possibility of legal obstacles concerning reopening Alcatraz.

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:

Former Chicago Alderman Goes Viral For Giving Man His Jacket On Blue Line: ‘A Reminder To Be Kind’: Edwin Eisendrath, a former Lincoln Park alderman and former Sun-Times CEO, said his act of kindness went viral because “we don’t have enough examples right now of common decency.” The TikTok has been viewed more than 2 million times.

Donated Toys Can Return To City Parks, Leaders Say After Taking Heat For Removing Them Last Year: After a controversial crackdown on shared playground toys, neighbors and park leaders worked together to create a new system that encourages community sharing — with a few rules.

Hyde Park’s Silver Room In ‘Dire Need’ To Raise $200K To Settle Block Party’s Debts, Owner Says: Silver Room founder Eric Williams mainly funded his popular South Side festivals out of pocket, he said. Facing mounting debts to vendors and artists, he’s trying to raise $200,000 as soon as possible.

Uber Refunding Riders Hit With City Congestion Fee — But Won’t Say How Much It Owes: The rideshare giant admitted to incorrectly charging some customers the city’s Downtown congestion surcharge, Block Club reported.