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Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by WBBM political reporter Geoff Buchholz to discuss the Bears' mixed messaging in their pursuit of a new stadium.
In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by WBBM political reporter Geoff Buchholz to discuss the Bears' mixed messaging in their pursuit of a new stadium. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote reacted to Gov. JB Pritzker's latest comments about the Bears stadium bill stalling as lawmakers adjourned. Later, they wondered if the Cubs' experiment of having left-hander Jordan Wicks in their rotation is over.
This summer, turn saving into a family mission by picking one big goal - setting a price - and tracking progress together. Sandi Bragar, Chief Client Officer at Aspiriant in San Francisco, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.
Before bringing home a pet, families should consider the full lifetime cost - from daily food and grooming to vaccines, emergencies, and senior care. It can be a bigger financial commitment than many initially anticipate. Shane Gornik, Financial Advisor at Forefront Financial Planning in Lisle, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain.
More travelers are adding charity and passion projects to vacations - from beach cleanups to helping build homes - often changing both someone else's life and their own in the process. Mark Wolters, of the Wolters World Travel and Culture YouTube channel and Associate Professor of Business Administration at the University of Illinois Gies College of Business, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss the rise of volunteer tourism.
Workplace fashion may be more casual today - but experts say dressing professionally still impacts hiring, promotions, and workplace respect. Rick Cobb, Founder of the workplace consulting firm 2-Discern here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
Money talk can be awkward while dating - but experts say lifestyle and spending questions can reveal long-term financial compatibility. Shari Greco Reiches, Regional Director of EP Wealth here in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss how to talk about finances without directly asking, “How much money do you make?”
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the first day of petition filing for this fall's Chicago Board of Education election.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's opposition to the latest proposal from Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson aimed at keeping the Bears in the city.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's opposition to the latest proposal from Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson aimed at keeping the Bears in the city.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the first day of petition filing for this fall's Chicago Board of Education election.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Gov. J.B. Pritzker's opposition to the latest proposal from Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson aimed at keeping the Bears in the city.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the first day of petition filing for this fall's Chicago Board of Education election.
WBBM's Rob Hart is joined by Tammy Winchester & Mara Thompson of the American Red Cross to discuss blood donations within Illinois, volunteer use during natural disasters & more.
All week, we've been taking a closer look at something that affects half the population, but is rarely talked about. In the final episode of Menopause, Changing the Conversation. WBBM's Lisa Fielding talks about how women can live and thrive through the change and how spouses and family members can help.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the health of Gov. J.B. Pritzker, after he returned to the hospital for treatment of a 'minor' complication from an earlier procedure.
The Chicago Dogs open the 2026 season tonight at Impact Field in Rosemont. Shawn Hunter, Owner of the Chicago Dogs joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with a preview.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the health of Gov. J.B. Pritzker, after he returned to the hospital for treatment of a 'minor' complication from an earlier procedure.
All week, we've been taking a closer look at something that affects half the population, but is rarely talked about. In the final episode of Menopause, Changing the Conversation. WBBM's Lisa Fielding talks about how women can live and thrive through the change and how spouses and family members can help.
All week, we've been taking a closer look at something that affects half the population, but is rarely talked about. In the final episode of Menopause, Changing the Conversation. WBBM's Lisa Fielding talks about how women can live and thrive through the change and how spouses and family members can help.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the health of Gov. J.B. Pritzker, after he returned to the hospital for treatment of a 'minor' complication from an earlier procedure.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson's planned visit to Pope Leo at the Vatican this month.
All women will go through it, but it's rarely talked about. WBBM"s Lisa Fielding tells us why many women feel dismissed and why so many doctors miss the menopause mark.
All women will go through it, but it's rarely talked about. WBBM"s Lisa Fielding tells us why many women feel dismissed and why so many doctors miss the menopause mark.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson's planned visit to Pope Leo at the Vatican this month.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates Chicago's pitch to bring the Democratic National Convention back to the city in 2028.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the confirmation hearing for Mayor Brandon Johnson's nominee to be Chicago's next Transportation Commissioner.
Heart disease is still the number one killer of women in the U.S, yet the signs go unnoticed. In today's episode of Menopause: Changing the Conversation, WBBM's Lisa Fielding takes a closer look at the correlation between menopause and your heart.
As summer arrives and kids finish up school for the year, experts say learning to swim is one of the most important life skills everyone should have. John Murphy, director of the British Swim School here in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates Chicago's pitch to bring the Democratic National Convention back to the city in 2028.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the confirmation hearing for Mayor Brandon Johnson's nominee to be Chicago's next Transportation Commissioner.
Heart disease is still the number one killer of women in the U.S, yet the signs go unnoticed. In today's episode of Menopause: Changing the Conversation, WBBM's Lisa Fielding takes a closer look at the correlation between menopause and your heart.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a Chicago City Council hearing dealing with the effort to find a replacement for the "ShotSpotter" gunshot detection system.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new attempt to delay the end of Chicago's "tipped minimum wage" for restaurant and bar servers.
When buying a used car, you may want to consider former rental vehicles — though there are some tradeoffs to keep in mind. Matt Jones, an independent auto expert based in Los Angeles, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain.
More business travelers are turning work trips into family vacations — and experts say, with the right planning, it can be an affordable vacation option, especially when managed properly. Angie Rice, co-founder of Boutique Travel Advisors based in Scottsdale, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a new attempt to delay the end of Chicago's "tipped minimum wage" for restaurant and bar servers.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a Chicago City Council hearing dealing with the effort to find a replacement for the "ShotSpotter" gunshot detection system.
A reunion of sorts for the cast of Windfall, making it's world premiere at Steppenwolf this month. WBBM's Lisa Fielding talks with Oscar winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the push by advocates to have a special prosecutor handle potential criminal charges tied to "Operation Midway Blitz."
A reunion of sorts for the cast of Windfall, making it's world premiere at Steppenwolf this month. WBBM's Lisa Fielding talks with Oscar winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the push by advocates to have a special prosecutor handle potential criminal charges tied to "Operation Midway Blitz."
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Nolan Downey, the Senior Director of Policy at the Great Chicago Food Depository, to discuss the impact on the government's decision to place restrictions on those who receive SNAP benefits and the impact it will have on thousands.
If you are a woman between the ages of 40 and 60, there's a topic that is likely taking over your group chats, social media feed and lunch conversations: menopause. Today in Menopause: Changing the Conversation, WBBM's Lisa Fielding takes a closer look at hormone replacement therapy: the myths and methods that have paved the way for a healthier, more informed generation of women.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the funeral for slain Chicago police officer John Bartholomew.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a proposed hearing in Chicago City Council following the death of Officer John Bartholomew.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on sightings of federal immigration agents outside Cook County courthouses.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on a proposed ban on "sweepstakes" machines in the city of Chicago.
Today is the 58th anniversary of WBBM Newsradio's all-news format. Here's a noon broadcast from that first day back in 1968 featuring anchors Mal Bellairs and Tom Clark, provided by the family of Mal Bellairs. These archives were organized by WBBM Newsradio's Rob Hart.
Today is the 58th anniversary of WBBM Newsradio's all-news format. Here's a report on a 1968 Indiana presidential primary, with Sen. Robert Kennedy Jr. in the lead (he would tragically become the victim of an assassination just one month later), mentioning how Paul Newman and other celebs participated in the campaign's roadshow. Featuring anchors Mal Bellairs and Tom Clark and reporting from future CBS News president Van Gordon Sauter, provided by the family of Mal Bellairs. These archives were organized by WBBM Newsradio's Rob Hart.