Ken eats some crow because Frank was right. Local history on some suburban towns and how they got their name. Bad, bad weather continues, Portillo's opening in Wrigley? No! We Celebrate a 20-year Dave Matthews memory. Is Carp no longer a threat to the Great Lakes and other rotting fish. We need better boating regulations and licensing in Illinois. Drunk boating accidents on the Chain of Lakes continue with a horrific accident last week. Darwin's rule is alive and well. We check the deep tunnel capacities and just Stupid People!

This podcast hits on so many topics, I'll just list them

• Lallapaloosa, the damage
• Noise Downtown
• Motorcycles on the expressways
• Buffalo Grove named desirable place to live
• Mayoral Race
• Boat accident, Chain of Lakes
• Flock Cameras and more.

Carina Santa Maria is running for the Illinois Democratic Senate Seat in District #27 in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Ken and Frank sat down with her on this podcast to get her views on Life, Family & Politics. Carina is also the CEO of "Shelter" a non-profit 501-C3 organization that helps children from abused homes and trafficking. She is a licensed clinical Social Worker and also a Trustee in Arlington Heights. It's a great show and interesting conversation. Additional info: carinaforsenate.com

You'll really enjoy this episode as Roz talks about some of her favorite "One tank trips" locations she produced while she was the Transportation and Traffic reporter at ABC7 Chicago. She won an Emmy for this feature as she traveled throughout the Midwest in pursuit of the not-so common things to see and do in Illinois. So, get some paper and take some notes. Oh, and don't forget to buckle up!

A recap of the 4th of July. An Earthquake in Illinois? Yep Plus, Ken bumps into some not so friendly people but also meets a politician at Jewel. It's hot in the office, A firework hits a plane at Midway. Illinois is #1 with bugs, Deep tunnel is in trouble and architecture from Louis Sullivan is found in Lake Michigan.

Yep, we're early on this one so we could include the 4th of July. Frank and Ken discuss Downtown noise and wreck less driving, New Laws that went into effect July 1st, The Illinois Budget, Taste of Chicago, Illinois politicians' debate over what the official State sandwich should be (Are you kidding me?) Are Fireworks legal? and sadly another unique and recognizable Cubs Fan has passed. What a show...

This is a loaded Podcast. Frank and Ken cover so much ground you just have to listen and enjoy. Another two locations named for the Bears in Illinois, Route 66 turns 100 and so does Dairy Queen. Some interesting history of Chicago, sinking ships and another iconic Rockstar singer passes.

A lot going on here... Ken & Frank talk about their Dads. We never said "I Love You", did you? Sad news for Chicago the Band fans. Montgomery Ward and Chicago Politics. We live in a beautiful city. Filmed in Chicago, some movie history and celebration. Have you seen NEW car prices? How to buy a car at an auction. What state is the most patriotic, Obama's Library opens, Could Obama and Trumps path meet again? Rahm Emanuel vs. Pritzker for President, Pope Leo stadium and other delights.

Once again, bad weather has rolled through the Chicago area again leaving severe damage behind and Ken has to make a decision. The Bad News Bears still playing games, Printer Ink controversy, Ken asks, "When is a Band no longer a Band?" Frank questions all the License Cameras Walgreens closes more Chicago stores, and could we see former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel running for President?

What a loaded podcast... A quick recap of where the White Sox are today compared to last year. Then Frank and Ken talk about the Bears and their stadium debacle. People are not happy with the Obama Presidential Library in their neighborhood. Frank talks about investing and explains the risk of going alone without a Financial Advisor. Why do Men Grill? Finally, Illinois Boaters should have to go to boating school before you can purchase a boat