Virginia Halas McCaskey, the longtime owner and matriarch of the Chicago Bears, died at the age of 102, the team announced yesterday in a news release. Lester Munson, former legal analyst at Sports Illustrated and ESPN, joins Bob Sirott and Andy Masur to share memories of McCaskey, discuss potential succession plans, and talk about how the NFL should honor her this Sunday at the Super Bowl.

Dan Levy, host of the Barguments podcast, joins Bob Sirott to talk about his favorite Super Bowl appetizer recipe and where you can watch the game, including Cody’s Public House and Bub City. Freelance food writer, Samantha Nelson, also joins Bob to share details about where you can find specials for Valentine’s Day, like Casa Chi and Eataly.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about all the Super Bowl performers, the celebrities who will appear on SNL’s 50th anniversary special, and the blocking of a Prince documentary. They also talk about who Kanye West wants President Donald Trump to pardon, as well as things to do this weekend.

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:

Lincoln Square’s Davis Theater Launches Membership Program For Film Lovers: The membership offers exclusive perks at the theater while helping to fund restoration and maintenance of the historic building. The theater owners are also expanding programming to draw new audiences.

Piece Brewery And Wieners Circle Launch Super Bowl Pizza Collab To Benefit PAWS: Piece Brewery & Pizzeria and The Wieners Circle are collaborating on a limited-time pizza, with proceeds benefiting PAWS Chicago. For every $35 pizza sold, an $80 donation will be made to the animal shelter.

Former CTA Boss Dorval Carter Jr. Likely To Get Major Salary Bump At Saint Anthony Hospital: Recent tax filings show the CEOs of safety-net hospitals typically make around $1 million a year — and sometimes more.

Block Club’s Valentine’s Day Package: Valentine’s Day is a week away, and we’ve got you covered. Enter to win the perfect Valentine’s Day Package: Dinner for two, drinks and a one-night stay on us! 

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joined Bob this morning to talk about how dividing chores could be good for your relationship and shares a Super Bowl appetizer recipe.

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On February 7th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

NewsNation national correspondent Xavier Walton joins Bob Sirott to talk about conspiracy theories about the Super Bowl and the security measures being taken.

WGN-TV political analyst Paul Lisnek joins Bob Sirott to talk about President Trump’s plan for Gaza and how the White House is clarifying certain parts of his statement. He also discusses Prime Minister Netanyahu’s reaction to President Trump’s proposed plan and the name change of a pro-Trump Arab American group.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to share details about sports betting scams and why you shouldn’t accept unknown deposits in your Venmo account. He also discusses fake jury duty notices and how to spot a fake social media post.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about another lawsuit against Blake Lively and Kelly Clarkson’s Las Vegas residency. They also share Dean’s interview with Wayne Brady.