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 latest concert news and new movie trailers, including “The Social Reckoning” and “Whales.” She also shares details about the Hulu and Disney+ series “Furious,” Wynonna Judd’s new single, and highlights from the “Toy Story 5” premiere.

Doug McClure, Senior Vice President and Team Leader, Commercial Banking at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader conversation to discuss business confidence heading into 2026, the challenges posed by tariffs, inflation, and interest rates, and why many Chicago-area companies remain optimistic about growth. Doug also shares what CEOs are seeing, the outlook for hiring and investment, the state of the housing market, and how artificial intelligence could help companies unlock new opportunities.

On June 11th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the self-defense laws in Texas and how they relate to the trial of Karmelo Anthony, as well as new Illinois regulations for scooters and e-bikes. She also shares details about what could be discussed during the final days of the Supreme Court’s current term, including mail-in ballots and gun laws.

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 how Long COVID is diagnosed and a trial that looks an experimental vaccine for helping to treat melanoma.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Princess Diana’s visit to the Cook County Hospital, service from the first L Train, the first honorary “Ferris Bueller Day,” 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:

Foundry Park In Line For $200 Million In Public Funding At Former Lincoln Yards Site: The sprawling development is set to bring more than 3,000 housing units, a riverwalk and parks to the site in Lincoln Park and Bucktown.

Can Indie Pharmacies Serve Areas Abandoned By Walgreens? New Plan Aims To Do Just That: On the day a Walgreens in his ward closed, Ald. William Hall announced plans to create a city Office of Pharmacy Access. He is previewing that plan by having local pharmacies pop up in a 79th Street storefront starting in July.

West Side Children’s Museum Secures Location Across From Douglass Park: The 25,000-square-foot One Lawndale Children’s Discovery Center plans to break ground in late fall.

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 reunion for “Romy and Michele 2,” an approved “Grey’s Anatomy” spin-off, and a reboot of “Cop Land.” She also shares details about a biopic featuring Heart and a new album from America.

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On June 10th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: