Illinois Rep. Will Guzzardi (39th) joins Lisa Dent and Steve Bertrand to discuss the proposed Illinois bill that could result in Illinois becoming the first state to decriminalize sex work, and they clear the air on what exactly falls under the protections of this proposed law and the distinction of decriminalization over legalization.

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL 8th) talks with Lisa Dent and Steve Bertrand about his decision to stay in Chicago for MLK Jr. Day festivities in lieu of attending President-elect Trump’s inauguration. And, as TikTok approaches being shut down in the US, they break down what it means for the social media world and how Chinese parent company ByteDance could save TikTok.

Spencer Block, USPIS Postal Inspector, joins Lisa Dent to spread the word of a reward poster showing a number of suspects impersonating USPS letter carriers and stealing mail from Chicago residents in the Loop. For more information on the suspects, you can follow the USPIS or call (877) 876-2455 to file a report.

Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist and author, joins Lisa Dent for her weekly close up into the financial world. Wholesale prices suggest mild inflation is on the way. But, according to Terry, the Consumer Price Index should be on everyone’s watchlist. We also take a number of inflation and social security questions from texts and callers.

WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Demetrius Ivory checks in with Lisa Dent for his weekly weather update. We’re expecting a brief warm up going into the weekend. But keep those coats close by because, as Demetrius says, “the hawk is out.”

Lisa Dent checks in with the Newsroom team for their favorite headlines of the day! Kevin Powell learns of a posthumous donation of €10 million made to a town in Normandy, Steve Bertrand has a list of the best places to visit in the world, and Mary Van De Velde shares news of the expensive, but very similar, new Walmart logo.

Attorney Burt Odelson checks in with Lisa Dent on the ongoing drama with Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard. They look at the dire financial status of Dolton which could worsen when she leaves office and by her last ditch efforts to appoint personal acquaintances in office positions before the election.

Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent following the loss of a close friend of his. The loss inspired his latest article talking about the value in maintaining friendships, how easy it is to lose track of the people close to you, and the importance in going out in your own way with your own words.

Manny Ramos, Investigative Reporter for Block Club Chicago’s The Watch, joins Lisa Dent following the announcement from CTA President Dorval Carter Jr. that he is stepping down. That vacant position now leaves a number of projects and promises unfinished and leaves the already low confidence in Chicago’s transit system with an uncertain future.

Molly Sexton, chair of The MuSic Movement, is on a mission to rock out multiple sclerosis. Molly joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to share details about an inaugural event on Feb. 8 at 111 Bourbon Street in Merrionette Park featuring performances by Grammy-winning 90s rock band Everclear and how it all came about. A portion of the event proceeds will go to the National MS Society and you can find more information and get tickets here.