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Oct 30 2024 96 ep. 151

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Your questions about I-PASS Sticker Tags answered

Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse joins Bob Sirott to answer some questions people have about the I-PASS Sticker Tags. She explains how to get get the Sticker Tags for free, how to properly dispose of the old transponder, what to do if you’re driving a rental car through tolls, and more.

This Week in Chicago History: Paul Harvey, Barack Obama, and ‘Wayne’s World’

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the history behind Cermak Road, the filming of Wayne’s World in Aurora, and the parakeets of Hyde Park.

What are the benefits of exercise on vaccine effectiveness?

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains why there is a resurgence of tuberculosis and how exercising could impact the effects of vaccines.

Extremely Local News: Could Mag Mile office building become apartments?

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: More Than 300 Apartments Planned For Former Mag Mile Office Building: If approved by City Council, 324 apartments would be built inside a 24-story former office building on Michigan Avenue. Historic […]

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Teri Garr, Kanye West, and Bozo

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of Teri Garr and the reunion of the Wayans Brothers. They also share details about Kanye West’s settlement with Adidas, what’s new in streaming services, and where you can find newly discovered […]

How to learn more about the Cook County State’s Attorney candidates

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to explain why the Philadelphia District Attorney sued Elon Musk and his political action committee and what is next for the Menendez brothers. She also shares details about where you can learn more about the Cook County State’s Attorney candidates and how accurate photos of food have […]

How can we protect ourselves from false information?

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about the important distinction between misinformation and disinformation, how both of those could play into the Presidential Election, and the importance of relying on trusted sources. He also explains why we tend to fall for disinformation, when we can use fact checking, and answers this […]

How could the presidential election impact the markets?

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what will be the key focus for investors this week and how the U.S. presidential election could impact the stock market. He also discusses the Fed’s expectations when they meet after the election and why oil futures […]

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Jennifer Aniston, Jon Stewart, and P. Diddy

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Jennifer Aniston’s tribute to Matthew Perry, Jon Stewart’s contract extension, a push to vote from Mariah Carey and Kerry Washington, and new accusations against P. Diddy. They also discuss Colin Farrell’s Dublin Marathon [

Ukraine-Russia War update: New elements of President Zelensky’s ‘victory plan’

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including elements of President Zelensky’s ‘victory plan’ that weren’t known to the public and how people are reacting. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To don