Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the first Cubs game without Harry Caray, the destruction of Meigs Field, how Pac-Man became popular, and more.

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:

South Loop’s Ace Hardware To Close Next Month: The final day of operation for the State Street store is May 24.

Chicago State University Names Bobby Rome II Its First-Ever Football Coach: Rome, a former college and professional fullback, also helped launch a football program at Far Eastern Federal University in Russia. Chicago State is launching a football program after a $4 million fundraising effort.

Line-Dancing Seniors Take Over Carol’s Pub: ‘You Can Still Have Fun When You’re Old’: The “Rhythm Wranglers” wanted to dance in a real country bar after practicing their steps at a retirement community in Evanston.

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

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor and Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how markets are reacting to President Donald Trump’s tariff moves are pushing markets into bear market territory (Bear market is a term used by Wall Street when an index such as the S&P 500 or the Dow Jones Industrial Average has fallen 20% or more from a recent high for a sustained period of time). Paul also details positive jobs numbers and oil prices.

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:

Water Tower Place ‘Past Its Prime’ As A Mall — But Mag Mile Recovery In Full Swing, Backers Say
The upper floors of the Michigan Avenue mall — which has seen many vacancies in recent years — will be converted into office and medical space, while the first three floors will remain retail, city officials said.

Wrigley Field Bleacher Goose Makes A Nest, Forcing The Closure Of A Section Of Seats
A Canada goose made a nest in the centerfield bleachers, inspiring a group of “geesekeepers” to keep the peace. The goose vacated Wrigley by Monday.

Ravenswood’s Mint Home Furniture, Neighboring Dry Cleaners Devastated By Fire
A GoFundMe is raising money to help pay for damages to the vintage furniture store, totaled in a fire that broke out Friday at Crystal Cleaners next door.

Consumer technology journalist Jennifer Jolly joins Bob Sirott to talks about how tariffs are impacting the prices of tech products, reviews the iPhone 16e, offers tips for getting the most out of ChatGPT, and discusses rumors about a possible iPhone flip-phone.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about ‘White Lotus’ wrapping up the third season with a ratings bonanza, the ‘Happy Days’ cast reuniting, ‘Walk This Way’ turning 50, and the end of a feud between Madonna and Elton John.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about who should get the pneumonia vaccine, a study of the impact of the shingles vaccine on dementia, and how artificial sweeteners could affect your hunger. He also discusses how a low-sodium diet would impact people with congestive heart failure, the benefits of “hot exercise,” and the progress of a tiny pacemaker.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of “Dennis the Menace” star Jay North and the hospitalization of Jeff Ross. They also share details about an FCC probe of SNL, Elton John’s performance with Brandi Carlile, and SNL’s joke about Morgan Wallen.

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