Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand

It’s been 40 years since Steve Bertrand began his career at WGN Radio. To celebrate, some former coworkers joined Lisa Dent to reminisce on Bertrand’s career including Spike O’Dell, Kathy O’Malley and Judy Markey, Andrea Darlas, and Judy Pielach.

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Lisa Dent to discuss Steve Bertrand’s 40th work anniversary and whether he followed her financial advice early in her career. Then, Savage talks about her most recent column about the digital world that we now live in and how important that is is to have access to digital […]

WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Demetrius Ivory joins Lisa Dent to discuss the smoke from the Canadian wildfires, how long the Chicago sky will have smoke, and shares the upcoming forecast. As part of the celebration of his 40th anniversary on WGN Radio, Steve Bertrand joins the conversation to recall his on-the-scene coverage of the devastating Will County […]

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

WGN-TV political analyst Paul Lisnek joins Lisa Dent to share details about the latest state budget that passed over the weekend. Lisnek highlights the the newly proposed taxes, a lack of a new transportation budget, and more.

Dr. Hermene Hartman, Chicago media pioneer and founder of N'Digo, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the shooting at St. Sabina over the weekend. Then, Dr. Hartman highlights her upcoming article.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the changes to pharmacy benefit managers, their effect on prescription drug prices, Health and Human Services changing addiction drug availability, and more. And as always, Dr. Elliott answers questions from listeners.

Aly Udartseva, Founder of Pup Social, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the new social club for pets. Pup Social offers exclusive membership with an assortment of amenities for pets and their owners.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Eye on Travel on WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to share the details around United Airlines adding more flights this fall to compete with American Airlines. Then, Greenberg shares the best practices to try and land the best prices on your flight including booking directly through the airline’s […]

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Ilyce Glink, CEO of Best Money Moves financial wellness company, joins Lisa Dent to share some of the reasons why we may begin to see a price drop in the housing industry. Glink shares some statistics about how long houses are remaining on the market, the change of seeing more sellers than buyers by an […]

Jennifer Kuhn with Fox Lake Parks and Recreation joins Lisa Dent to talk about what the Park District has to offer, Fox Lake’s “Friday Night Live”, Ray Auto Group’s support, the artisan market, the newly revamped Lakefront Park, and more!

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent on Memorial Day: Segment 1: Major Andrew Keithley of the Golden Knights joins Dane to discuss the team and their love of entertaining and skydiving.  Segment 2: Jim Bob Morris joins Dane Neal, in for Lisa Dent, on WGN Radio to talk about his latest travel stories. Segment […]

Donny Schmit, Fox Lake Mayor, Joins Lisa Dent to share some stories and revel in the beauty of Fox Lake, its community, and all that their city has to offer.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Ray Scarpelli, of Ray Auto Group of Fox Lake, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his family’s multigenerational involvement in Fox Lake. Scarpelli shares the beauty of Fox Lake and the people who live there.

Tio Hardiman, Founder and Executive Director of Violence Interrupters, Inc., joins Lisa Dent to discuss Larry Hoover’s sentence being commuted by President Trump.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Ask Lou, where he answers your questions about home repair.

Ronald Safer, lead prosecutor of Larry Hoover, joins Lisa Dent to discuss President Trump commuting Larry Hoover’s Federal prison sentence. Safer calls Hoover an ‘incredibly powerful man’ and hopes that, despite his federal sentence being commuted, he will serve the remainder of his sentence in federal custody.

Ald. Bennett Lawson, 44th Ward, joins Lisa Dent to talk about vacation rentals in Chicago. Ald. Lawson shares that while most hosts are responsible, there are some circumstances where the hosts are not present or easily contacted. Ald. Lawson would like some more transparency and clarity to protect his and other communities in the city.

Update: As of Wednesday evening, all four flares have been found according to the US Coast Guard: https://x.com/USCGGreatLakes/status/1927853117040668847 Lt. Joe Neff, U.S. Coast Guard Public Affairs Officer, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the active flare that washed up on Montrose Beach. Lt. Neff encourages people to not touch the flares which are silver cylinders, 15-18 […]

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Ron Nunziato, the senior director of policy for the Health Care Council of Illinois, joins Lisa Dent to share the details on the proposed cuts to Medicaid in ‘The Big Beautiful Bill.’ Nunziato details what would happen to those in nursing homes and recipients of Medicaid.

Michelle Maxia, Toy Box Connection, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the Toy Box Connection hosting their first annual Mental Health/Wellness Fair and Walk. You can find full details here.

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Lisa Dent to discuss student loans. Then, Savage talks about social security, and as always, answers questions from listeners.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Tullman's latest article talking about setting a good example of behavior in the workplace.

Segment 1: BBQ pitmaster, author, and television personality Ray Lampe A.K.A Dr. BBQ joins to discuss returning to Chicago. Ray will be in town on Saturday, May 31st to showcase African Charcoal Company at St. Francis Xavier Church, part of Our Lady of Mercy Parish. For more information visit, https://go.rallyup.com/. Segment 2: David Hammond joins […]

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent on Memorial Day: Segment 1: Robert Irvine joins Dane Neal, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss his passion for military personnel and first responders through The Robert Irvine Foundation. Segment 2: Stan Czech joins to discuss the work that the VFW does and the programs and services they […]

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent this Memorial Day. Segment 1: Phil Ray, General Manager JW Marriott Indianapolis, joins Dane Neal to talk about the aftermath of the Indy 500. Segment 2: Bo Kemp, Founder & CEO of the Southland Development Authority Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist joins the show to discuss the Achieve Summit. […]

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent on this Memorial Day. Segment 1: Joe Buona of Buona Beef joins Dane Neal about the aftermath of National Italian Beef Day! Segment 2: Veteran Kathryn Spangler joins Dane Neal to discuss mental health, transitioning to civilian life, and the help she received from Veterans Path to Hope. […]

Mark Jaynes, the Voice of the Indy 500 and IndyCar Radio anchor, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his background in broadcasting and how he became the Voice of the Indy 500. And, Jaynes shares which drivers to look out for on Sunday. The 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 can be heard Sunday morning, […]

Ilyce Glink, CEO of Best Money Moves financial wellness company, joins Lisa Dent to share the numbers and stats of Memorial Day. Then, Glink shares the latest news surrounding tariffs placed on Apple and the EU.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Dermatology physician assistant Renata Block joins Lisa Dent to discuss the effectiveness of sunscreen. They discuss a new report that found only one in four sunscreens can safely protect you from the sun. Renata shares what types of sunscreens you should look for and how to use them appropriately.

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Lisa Dent to share how the market reacts to Trump’s “big, beautiful bill.” David also shares what WGN listeners are talking to him about.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Ask Lou, where he answers your questions about home repair. This week, Lou answers a number of WGN Radio listener questions, such as how efficient split ACs are, power washing decks, and the steps for trampoline maintenance!

Kevin O’Connell of Operation Flags for Vets joins Lisa Dent to discuss the need for volunteers this weekend. Their annual event, this Saturday morning in Des Plaines, will help place over 5,500 flags at veterans’ grave sites. Volunteers will meet at 700 N. River Road on May 24 at 8:30 a.m.

Joan Oberndorf, Manager of the Andersonville Farmers Market, joins Lisa Dent to highlight the vendors that will be at this year’s farmers market. Joan chats about their new location on 1500 West Winona St and the fresh products you’ll be able to find.

Attorney Burt Odelson, legislative counsel for the Village of Dolton Board of Trustees, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Dolton’s plans to acquire Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home through eminent domain. The two discuss how the Pope’s home is already changing the neighborhood and its current value.