Janelle Towne, Founder of the Home 2 Home Project, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about where the Home 2 Home Project originated and what they do. She also discusses how much it typically costs to furnish an apartment and where you can purchase tickets to a gala they’re hosting.

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 PTSD impacts people during and after war, as well as an update of living conditions in some Ukrainian cities. 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 July 29th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Dining Editor for Chicago Magazine Amy Cavanaugh joins Bob Sirott to talk about what it was like to work on a list of Chicago’s 50 Best Restaurants and what made the top five restaurants stand out above the rest. She also shares details about where you can find the best cocktails and the best spot to pre-game before the DNC.

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:

Former South Works Site Could Become Quantum Computing Campus By 2027, Officials Say: The former steel mill was picked to host a multibillion-dollar quantum development park anchored by Silicon Valley startup PsiQuantum, which pledges 150 jobs. Neighbors want to ensure they benefit from the massive project.

A Chicago Restaurant Was On The Brink Of Closure. Then, Keith Lee Showed Up: The hugely popular TikTok food critic is back in Chicago and made a stop this week at Amici, a little-known restaurant in Buena Park specializing in homemade arancini.

To learn more about the lack of pharmacies in Chicago, click the headline: As Drugstores Close, Neighbors In Chicago’s ‘Pharmacy Deserts’ Struggle To Access Meds

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joined Bob this morning to explain what the term “gaslighting” means and how we can better communicate with others.

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).

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the performers that are confirmed for the Olympics Opening Ceremony, why Harvey Weinstein is back in the hospital, and the end of Billy Joel’s Madison Square Garden residency. They also talk about Bette Midler’s secret to a 40-year marriage, 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 the choices that Ukrainian athletes had to make when training for the Olympics and why Russians continue to target Ukrainian ports. 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 July 26th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Wauconda’s Mayor Jeff Sode joins Bob Sirott to talk about his push for economic developments and the local beach that is connected to ‘The Blues Brothers.’ He also explains what Wauconda’s Path of Honor is and why he took the Monarch Pledge.