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:

Work Begins On Bronzeville Trail, The South Side’s 1st Elevated Bike Path: Soil testing is underway at the abandoned rail site, which starts near 40th and Dearborn streets and would be a “conduit” to the Lakefront Trail, organizers said.

Pat Mac’s Pack Readies For Annual Bike Ride In Honor Of Late Beverly Teen: For over a decade, Pat Mac’s Pack has raised millions of dollars to support brain tumor research and provide assistance for families of children diagnosed with cancer.

After Devastating Fire, Owner Of Jay’s Backyard BBQ In Austin Looks To Rebuild: A kitchen fire on Friday destroyed much of Jay Young’s 7-year-old restaurant as well as neighboring businesses. A fundraiser has been launched to help Young with repairs.

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Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about the steps you need to take to stay safe in a connected world, starting with secure Wi-Fi and reviewing what your phone’s apps have access to. He also discusses what to do when you get a text or email from an unknown sender and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the death of Clive Davis, Sean Penn’s new roles as writer and director, and casting for “Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.” She also shares details about Timothée Chalamet in an animated movie and John Waters in “American Horror Story.”

On June 23rd, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

I am very excited to announce my new podcast, Hayley’s Rock Block. I’ll dive deep into different aspects of the music industry with experts and newcomers. In each episode, I ask my guests an important question that crosses my mind each time I meet a fellow music lover: “What is something important that music has taught you?” Please feel free to suggest a future guest or share your answers and experiences to my question stated before. Thank you for taking this journey with me!

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss a study that focuses on how Ozempic could cut the risk of broken bones and its original purpose for diabetics. He also looks at a couple other studies that talk about what eliminating sugar can do to your gut and effects on the brain from cannabis.

Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about which student loan programs the Department of Education is putting on pause for now. She discusses how you can change or lower your loan payment plans and how to find out if you’re eligible for loan forgiveness.

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:

World Cup Events: Where To Watch And How To Celebrate In Chicago: Local bars, restaurants and other businesses are trying to meet an intense demand for soccer with watch parties and other events.

Will The Obama Center Deliver What It Promised To South Siders?: “Hope,” like the Obama campaign slogan, is a common feeling for nearby residents awaiting this week’s opening. Others question what community benefits will come with the global destination.

Is Chicago Part Of ‘Tornado Alley’ Now?: Illinois has seen nearly 150 tornadoes so far in 2026, leading the nation. It’s the fourth year in a row where the state has surpassed 100 twisters, many in the Chicagoland area. WGN-TV’s Bill Snyder answers the question — is Chicago part of ‘Tornado Alley’ now?

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Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about which movies took the top spots in the weekend box office. He also shares details about the death of James Burrows and what to expect on the final season of “The Bear.”

Bob Zeni, the Chicago Tomato Man, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share why storms can be good for tomato plants, what to do if they’re sitting in a pool of water, and the benefits of using mulch. He also talks about how to adhere bigger tomato plants to a cage and answers questions from listeners.