Bill Conway, 34th Ward Alderman, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the news surrounding a new parking meter deal for Chicago and what would change if the deal is approved. He also explains what the next steps in the process are and if there really is a deadline on June 30th.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to share details about the upcoming public offering of SpaceX, why commodity prices are coming down, and last Friday’s unemployment numbers. He also explains what a “K-Shaped” economy is and how future retail sales will impact the market.

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:

Chicago’s Outdoor Pools Will Open A Week Earlier This Summer: Neighborhood pools open June 19. The pools, along with Humboldt Park Beach and more than 200 water features, will be open daily this summer.

Loud Booms Have Rattled Beverly Residents For Weeks — But No One Can Figure Out What’s Causing Them: Dozens have taken to social media to debate the source of the loud noises that rattle houses and wake them in the middle of the night. It’s “like someone dropped a bomb,” one resident said.

At 70-Year-Old Vince’s Restaurant On SW Side, Micky Parmigiani Steals Social Media Spotlight: Parmigiani, 71, started posting videos about his Italian buffet on his daughter’s advice. Once server Lynn Marie Young put them on Instagram, they took off.

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Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how to use the built-in functions on your phone to make your life easier, including adjusting the text size, muting unwanted notifications, and setting reminders. He also shares details about the upcoming upgrades coming to Siri and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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 possibility of a “Friends” podcast, Paul Rudd’s interaction with Neil Diamond, and the 40th anniversary of “Pretty in Pink.” She also shares details about a crime series featuring Kevin Bacon and the upcoming release of Olivia Rodrigo’s third album.

On June 9th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Al Maag, co-founder of the 16-inch Softball Hall of Fame, joins Bob Sirott to talk about an upcoming reunion picnic and how they are celebrating their 30-year anniversary. He also explains what people can expect to see at the museum and what their mission is.

Emergency medicine physician and associate chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital, Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about support for stricter food regulations and some medical routines that older people may not need. He also explains why surgery may not help with osteoarthritis and the benefits of being in nature.

Author of A Century of Hitchcock: The Man, the Myths, the Legacy, Tony Lee, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what the media has gotten wrong over the years about Alfred Hitchcock and the different people that he interviewed for the book to get a more accurate representation. He also shares details about two of his most famous films, “Psycho” and “The Birds,” and the different techniques used in those movies.

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:

South Side ‘Peace Takeover’ Looks To Provide An Alternative To Controversial ‘Teen Trends’: Saint Sabina’s annual Peace Takeover called on teenagers and their parents to resist participating in the large youth gatherings that have at times ended in violence and have ignited plenty of debate.

City Worker Who Improved Bike Infrastructure Killed While Biking In Bridgeport: Riley O’Neil, 35, was fatally struck Friday biking on Halsted Street. Colleagues are working to honor his contribution to the city’s bike infrastructure while calling for greater cycling safeguards.

21 Things To Do Outside In Chicago This June: Rollerskate on the lakefront, canoe the African American Heritage Water Trail or watch fire performers under a full moon at Foster Beach.

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