Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins Lisa Dent to talk about the eggs linked to salmonella outbreak sold by Milo’s Poultry Farms in Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and what to do if you have any eggs affected by the recall.

Karen Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan LLC, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the latest legal stories that trending across the country. This week, Karen discusses the story pertaining to the CPS teacher accused of arranging a beating of 9-year-old student.

61-year-old Jim “The Shark” Dreyer joins Lisa Dent to talk about his 82-mile swim across Lake Michigan and whether he’s up to do the challenge next year, how he trains for this event, and more.

Shannon Martin, an insurance agent and content writer for Bankrate, joins Lisa Dent to explain why a significant number of homeowners are left financially vulnerable and ill-prepared for the substantial costs associated with extreme weather events.

Owner of Stussy’s Diner in Bridgeport Erik “Rico” Nance joins Lisa Dent to discuss the rebirth of the restaurant following its closing 45 years ago after he and his family were victims of a racist attack right outside the venue.

Stussy’s Diner: New owners aim to turn family stain into something far sweeter

Ilyce Glink, financial journalist and CEO of Best Money Moves, joins Lisa Dent to discuss jobless claims dropping to 8-week low and what we need to know from that.

Michael McDermott, from Michael McDermott and The Arsonists, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his album and performance this weekend in Chicago.

WGN-TV Midday Fix: Live music from Michael McDermott and The Arsonists

Cheryl Brown, historian and Oakton College professor, joins Lisa Dent to talk about her presentation at the St. Charles Library on Tuesday, September 10, titled “Chicago’s Sweet Bakeries Remembered.” To register, visit scpld.org or call (630) 584-0076.

Keeley Shoup, Cuddle Therapist & Consent Educator joins Lisa Dent to explain what cuddle therapy is, what it’s like to be a professional cuddle therapist, and why people from all walks of life seek out her services.

On today’s edition of the Newsroom Temperature Check, Australian Olympian Rachael “Raygun” Gunn apologized to the breaking community for the backlash caused by her weird performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, authorities in Kentucky are looking for a man who has pooped on the same porch multiple times over the past week for no apparent reason, and more! The Newsroom Temperature Check is sponsored by American Weathermakers, Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing. They won’t be comfortable until you are.