Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War. As a sign of the increasing conflict, we initially face some connection issues before our update on how the Ukrainian populace has been faring despite ongoing attacks and how advancements in technology are helping them keep up with modern warfare.

On September 6th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Oasis ticket prices go crazy, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift rumored relationship contract is not true, Bob Newhart tribute in Oak Park, and more!

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War. Joseph talks about the role media plays in war and how different narratives can form from it. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to distribute supplies throughout Ukraine, click here. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about not posting your boarding pass on social media, being careful with home title lock insurance, an Ozempic scam, and more.

Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith, 29-year veteran police officer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about driving impaired and how the police force tests for it on the road and what they look for.

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:

Superdawg’s Iconic Hot Dog Figures Removed — But They’ll Be Back : Maurie and Flaurie, named after the hot dog stand’s founders, are at a “SuperSpa” getting much-needed touch-ups, owners said.

Alice & Wonder Opening State Street Shop, Bringing Thriving Neighborhood Boutique Downtown: Alice & Wonder is slated to open its fourth store and first Downtown location later this year. The shop will feature a hat patch bar offering unique Chicago-related merch

Mexican Independence Day Fest Planned Downtown As Police Pledge ‘Zero Tolerance’ For Caravans: El Grito fest organizers were bombarded with questions from Downtown residents Tuesday, just two weeks before the fest is slated to be held in Grant Park.

Ravinia Brewing Will Change Its Name After Ravinia Festival Lawsuit: The settlement ends a 10-month lawsuit that had the Ravinia Brewing Company, which has a Logan Square location, struggling to keep up with legal fees

On Thursday September 5th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott, to discuss why the firearm ban on Illinois public transportation is unconstitutional, how celebrity promotions can end up in lawsuits, and more.

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War. Joseph talks about the latest Russian attack and how Ukrainians are dealing with it. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to distribute supplies throughout Ukraine, click here. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.