Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean discuss how John C. Reilly was honored over the weekend, Cyndi Lauper’s farewell tour, and Sean Ono Lennon’s review of Prince Harry’s book. They also talk about why Nicki Minaj was arrested, who was bitten by a bat during a concert, and Dean’s interview with Michelle Williams.

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, including how war impacts the mentality of people in Ukraine and why China will not be at Ukraine’s peace conference. 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.

On June 3rd, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu joins Bob Sirott to talk about the best patio openings in the Chicagoland area, including pet-friendly patios. She also discusses the grand openings of Umaga Bakehouse and Cava, as well as why some restaurants are rethinking using QR codes in place of their menus.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to recap what happened during Donald Trump’s hush money trial and what the jury ruled. She also discusses the possibilities for Trump’s sentencing and when that could go into effect.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about how long food can actually last for in the refrigerator and the difference between “use by” and “sell by” dates.

Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own savvy tip: [email protected]. Follow Marianne on Twitter (@marimur), Instagram (@havanagirl), and on Facebook (SirottAndMurciano).

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:

Measles Outbreak In Chicago Contained, City Says: Chicago recently saw its first confirmed measles cases in five years, with much of the outbreak taking place in migrant shelters.

Barnes & Noble Makes Chicago Comeback In Lincoln Park: The store near Clark and Diversey is the first of four Barnes & Noble locations opening in the Chicago area this year.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, why the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt dropped “Pitt” from her last name, and Clint Eastwood’s birthday. They also talk about things to do this weekend and Dean’s movie reviews.

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including more intense attacks in Kharkiv and the volunteer work of WGN Radio listeners. 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.

On May 31st, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: