On June 17th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

48th Ward Alderwoman Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth joins Bob Sirott to talk about the potential of a teen takeover at Foster Beach a couple weeks ago and the plans she helped to coordinate to prevent it. She also shares details on how other wards can prepare for future teen takeovers and what her stance is on the snap curfew.

Consumer technology journalist and host of WGN Radio’s Techishly Jenn, Jennifer Jolly, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest tech gifts for dad, including the Motorola Razr Fold and the Mammotion Luba 3 AWD Robot Mower. She also shares her experience trying out the new Siri AI software and how you can cut down on spam calls.

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:

Food Delivery Robots Coming To South Side After Alderman Approves Program’s Expansion: Ald. William Hall is bringing the robots to portions of Chatham, Englewood and Greater Grand Crossing, saying his approval was about equity in access to technology available in other parts of the city.

Chicago’s Finally Getting A Frozen Greek Yogurt Shop As Mikono Goes From Pop-Up To Permanent: Nathalie del Valle and Maya Matta built a following with their creamy, tangy froyo served in a coconut bowl that they say fills a gap in Chicago’s dessert scene.

Block Club Chicago To Host Workforce Development Fair On West Side In June: In partnership with BUILD Chicago, the free event will give Chicagoans access to financial coaching, resume reviews and other resources to support their careers.

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Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest single from Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter, Riley Green’s fourth studio album, and why Jalen Brunson wants to be on “Law & Order.” She also discusses Jennifer Lopez’s new movie and her interview with Colin Farrell.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how Iran’s deal with the U.S. is impacting the markets and SpaceX’s first days of public trading. He also shares details about the level of debt that the economy currently carries and the consumers’ equities in home sales.

On June 16th, 2026, Ryan Burrow shares today’s potential market drivers:

Emergency medicine physician and associate chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer joins Bob Sirott to talk about a study that looks at a possible link between blood pressure and dementia risk and how midlife habits can impact your brain health as you age. He also shares details about the benefits of vitamin C, which fruits and vegetables are beneficial for heart health, and why you shouldn’t eat shortly before bedtime.

Wall Street Journal news associate Terell Wright joins Bob Sirott to talk about what the current deal between the U.S. and Iran details and what this means for domestic gas prices. He also shares details about frozen assets with Iran and what could be discussed during the 60-day deadline.

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry senior exhibit strategist John Llewellyn joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the museum is celebrating it’s 93rd birthday with free access to Illinois residents on Friday, June 19th. He also shares what some of their favorite exhibits are, including the coal mine and the baby chick incubator.