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:

‘The Bear’ Looking For Babies, Chefs And Average Chicagoans To Be Extras In New Season: Want to be on set for “The Bear”? The Hulu/FX show is casting paid extras as Season 4 filming is set to begin this month.

Luxury Bathhouse Coming To The West Loop: Construction will begin soon on the Madison Street site, which will include pile driving and lane closures, and is expected to be completed in 12 months. Bathhouse plans to open in spring 2026.

After 3 Fires And Pit Bull Attack Near Tent Encampment, Kids Sports May Be Pulled From Gompers Park: Ald. Samantha Nugent has been asking the Mayor’s Office to address the Gompers Park encampment for months. “I’m disappointed and frustrated. The goal post is continually moving,” she said.

Renowned Choreographer Randy Duncan Wants To Dance Again — But First, He Needs A New Kidney: Duncan, who has chronic kidney disease, has worked with dance companies in Chicago and around the world for decades, on top of teaching at the Chicago Academy for the Arts.