On December 8th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Dining Editor for Chicago Magazine Amy Cavanaugh joins Bob Sirott to talk about some of her favorite places to eat at before a flight at O’Hare and Midway, including Tortas Frontera and Big Shoulders Coffee. She also shares details about a conversation she had with Chicago Magazine’s dining critic, John Kessler, about their favorite steak places. Some of those steakhouses include El Che, Asador Bastian, and Tre Dita.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about the do’s and don’ts when buying a gift for the host of a party. She also explains price ranges for gifts depending on the events and making sure it’s a thoughtful gift.

Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays 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 an agreement between Netflix and Warner Bros., as well as the American Film Institute’s list of the best movies of the year. They also talk about how Kevin Hart got roasted by the Wieners Circle, things to do this weekend, and Dean’s movie reviews.

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:

Scammers Are Trying To Extort Chicago Restaurants With ‘Bomb’ Of Fake Negative Reviews: Alpana, SHŌ and Beity are among the restaurants that recently faced a barrage of fake negative reviews. Google rolled out a new reporting measure to address the issue.

Chicago Could Ban Hemp Products As Push Advances To Final Vote: Ald. Marty Quinn’s proposed citywide ban could deal the knockout blow to hemp businesses already facing a federal ban expected to take effect late next year.

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On December 5th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about a recent report that ranks the worst cities for porch pirate thefts, with Chicago coming out on top and some tips to help prevent theft. He also discusses winter parking bans and why signage can be confusing, as well as all the rules for parking in areas around the city after snowfall.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about watching out for porch pirate and delivery scams, as well as how you can avoid fake charity scams. He also shares details on tips to avoid fake online storefronts and snow removal scams.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the city’s top songs on Spotify, the death of Steve Cropper, another possible project for Scarlett Johansson, and an update in Tara Reid’s case. They also discuss the sentencing of Matthew Perry’s doctor, Robert Redford’s tribute at the Siskel Film Center, and Hugh Jackman’s appearance in Milwaukee.

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on:

Gale Street Inn Reopens Thursday, Bringing Back Its Famous Ribs: The beloved Jefferson Park restaurant abruptly closed at the end of June. New owner Paulo Villabona said reservations are booked through the weekend.

Little Village Chamber Leader Thanked Border Patrol As Agents Arrested Neighbors, Video Shows: Little Village, an enclave for Mexican Americans and immigrants, was heavily targeted during Operation Midway Blitz. After Block Club uncovered the video, the chamber said the staffer was no longer employed there “effective immediately.”

Chicago’s Spotify Wrapped: Here Are The City’s Top Songs And Artist: Chicago’s top artist and its top track of 2025 are from two rappers who are bitter rivals.