President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joined Bob Sirott to talk about why scammers are targeting military veterans and fake streaming service activation prompts. He also shares details about the most impersonated organization and a north side utility scam.

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of ‘It’s All Good’ podcast from Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:

The Cubs-White Sox Rivalry Goes Back To A Baseball ‘War’ In 1900. Here’s Why It Still Rages On: For over 120 years, the battle over fans, space and prestige in Chicago — and in the history books — has simmered between the North Side and South Side teams and their supporters. Here’s how it happened.

How The Country’s Oldest Black Tennis Club Is Keeping The Sport Alive In Bronzeville: The Chicago Prairie Tennis Club has introduced generations of families to the game since 1912. Now, the club is raising $50,000 to repair decades-old courts and revive a youth program that launched pro players.

Meet The Humboldt Park Mother, Powerlifter And Influencer Competing At Miss Illinois USA: Miss Humboldt Park Bee Vargas is competing in the statewide contest’s preliminaries this weekend. A lifelong fan of pageants, she said she’s hoped for more diversity and “a woman like me on the stage.”

Piping Plovers In Love? Female Bird Joins Imani At Montrose Beach: Chicago’s most eligible bachelor, Imani the piping plover, has been seen cavorting with a female plover named Sea Rocket.

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 another batch of Russian missiles sent to Kharkiv and why Ukrainians haven’t elected a new president. 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 23rd, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of ‘It’s All Good’ podcast from Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:

Meet The 2 Chicago Musicians Behind The Score Of ‘The Bear’: Jeffrey “JQ” Qaiyum and Johnny Iguana, collaborators for more than two decades, are tasked with “cranking up the tension” of the hit FX on Hulu show.

After Girl Attacked By Off-Leash Dog In Horner Park, Neighbors Want Scofflaws Held Accountable: The North Side park has a 25,000-square-foot dog-friendly area. But some owners still let their dogs wander off-leash in other areas.

Simon’s Tavern Celebrates 90 Years As Andersonville’s Bar: Scott Martin, the third owner of the neighborhood tavern, credits the employees and patrons for maintaining the history and charm of the bar in the changing neighborhood.

The Ultimate Chicago Summer Guide 2024: 120+ Fests, Fairs And More Fun: Block Club rounded up major events happening around Chicago from May through September.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Kerry Wood’s final game, Chicago’s first cemetery, the debut of the Red Solo Cup, and more.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains why there is an increase in autoimmune diseases and how our bodies handle it.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a bill that could give homeowners more control over their property and what could happen if garbage trucks aren’t properly covered. She also discusses why police are searching Gilgo Beach suspect Rex Heuermann’s house again and whether or not jurors will choose to hold it against Donald Trump if he doesn’t testify.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the criminal investigation opened into Matthew Perry’s death, another sexual assault charge against P. Diddy, and why Donald Trump threatens to sue over a movie about him. They also share details about a new Beach Boys documentary, Taylor Swift’s wardrobe malfunction, and what’s new on streaming services.

On May 22nd, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: