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In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the Bears-Packers game Sunday at Lambeau Field; WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share the deep meaning of the Bears-Packers rivalry; and Mike Mulligan and David Haugh shared their predictions for the Bears-Packers game.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the Bears-Packers game Sunday at Lambeau Field; WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share the deep meaning of the Bears-Packers rivalry; and Mike Mulligan and David Haugh shared their predictions for the Bears-Packers game.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to preview the Bears-Packers game Sunday at Lambeau Field; WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share the deep meaning of the Bears-Packers rivalry; and Mike Mulligan and David Haugh shared their predictions for the Bears-Packers game.

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan and Tony DeNardis start the show talking about the most recent wave of snowfall in Chicago and how it affects the roads. City of Chicago Streets and Sanitation Commissioner Cole Stallard joins Dean to talk about the the condition of the city streets after the snow. For today’s Far Flung Forecast, […]

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency Northwestern Medicine, Delnor Hospital, joins Dean Richards for this week's health update. They talk about vaccines for Hepatitis B, dementia and HPV.

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter shares the story of how Mick Jagger and The Rolling Stones called in the ducks, plus Florida bear hunters are being paid not to hunt.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier welcomes WGN-TV's Larry Potash to talk about his hosting duties at the Museum of Broadcast Communications (440 W. Randolph St., Chicago) on Saturday, Dec. 6, at noon, and the upcoming WGN-TV Toy Drive on Friday, Dec. 12. Plus, a bonus encore interview with legendary anchorman Bill Kurtis. For tickets, visit museum.tv.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier welcomes WTTW's Geoffrey Baer in studio to talk about his new TV special, “Chicago Works.” In this new 60-minute program, Baer meets (and helps) the industrious workers across the city and suburbs who operate Chicago's moveable bridges, deliver millions of packages, care for the city's animals, process recycling, operate the Wrigley […]

This week's New to Lou Too feature is the Wuben G5 EDC Flashlight! A zippo-sized flashlight that's affordable and powerful. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with valuable advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 12/06/2025: Lewis Shaprio of Redo Cabinets joins the show to encourage customers to take advantage of Redo Cabinets free design consultations and educate themselves before the new year arrives. To learn more about Redo Cabinets and how they can assist you, visit redocabinets.com or call 630-381-5583.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 12/6/25: Sarah Leonard of Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, joins the show to talk about December being a great month for sellers and buyers. To learn more about what Sarah and her team can do for you, go to sarahleonardsells.com or call her at 224-239-3966.

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Dec. 6, 2025: Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, joins the program to share advice on flooring emergencies and keeping your floor flawless all winter long. For more information, visit mrfloor.com or call 847-674-7500.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 12/06/25: Perma-Seal Basement Systems' Chief Operating Officer Joel Spencer encourages homeowners to upgrade their attic insulation now and recommends having Perma-Seal testing for leaks where air can get out. To learn more about Perma-Seal's services, go to permaseal.net or call 1-800-421-SEAL (7325).

We kicked off this week's show with Joel Spencer of Perma-Seal Basement Systems encouraging homeowners to upgrade their attic insulation now. Then, Sarah Leonard of Legacy Properties breaks down why December is the secret opportunity month for sellers and buyers. Next, Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, shares pro tips on winter floor care. Rounding out […]

Wendy Snyder (in for John Williams) is joined by legendary television journalist Bill Kurtis to talk all about his new book, Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News. Kurtis shares fascinating stories from his storied career while promoting his interview with WGN’s Larry Potash at the Museum of Broadcast Communications on Saturday, December 6th, 2025.

University of Notre Dame Robert & Marion Short Professor of Law Mary Ellen O'Connell provides her legal perspective on whether Pete Hegseth committed a war crime in the Caribbean. Georgetown University Law Center Director of National Security Law Program and former U.S. Navy Advocate General Judge Todd Huntley discusses the Mark Kelly investigation. Comic Book […]

Wendy Snyder (in for John Williams) is joined by legendary television journalist Bill Kurtis to talk all about his new book, Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News. Kurtis shares fascinating stories from his storied career while promoting his interview with WGN’s Larry Potash at the Museum of Broadcast Communications on Saturday, December 6th, 2025.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent for Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Dent to talk all things pets. Dr. Varble weighs in on why cats change the pitch or their meow based on the gender of their person. She answers questions about all things cats, and as always, any and all pet questions.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent for Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial and host Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent discuss job numbers. Hochberg shares numbers made public by private payroll companies amid the Trump administration no longer releasing monthly statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistic. He reports that tariffs […]

Blake Montgomery, the star of the one man show Charles Dickens Begrudgingly Performs A Christmas Carol Again. He dips into character and gives a preview of what the audience can expect at Theater Wit.

Cecily Federighi, Owner of Pizz'Amici, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Pizz’Amici being one of the two Chicago restaurants named in Esquire’s Best New Restaurants list. Federighi shares the highs and lows of Pizz’Amici faced in its first year in business. You can visit Pizz’Amici at 1215 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642.

Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O'B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears Week 14 matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

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

David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial and host Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent discuss job numbers. Hochberg shares numbers made public by private payroll companies amid the Trump administration no longer releasing monthly statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistic. He reports that tariffs […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about an agreement between Netflix and Warner Bros., as well as the American Film Institute’s list of the best movies of the year. They also talk about how Kevin Hart got roasted by the […]

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott's wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about the do’s and don’ts when buying a gift for the host of a party. She also explains price ranges for gifts depending on the events and making sure it’s a thoughtful gift. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following […]

Dining Editor for Chicago Magazine Amy Cavanaugh joins Bob Sirott to talk about some of her favorite places to eat at before a flight at O’Hare and Midway, including Tortas Frontera and Big Shoulders Coffee. She also shares details about a conversation she had with Chicago Magazine’s dining critic, John Kessler, about their favorite steak […]

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: Scammers Are Trying To Extort Chicago Restaurants With ‘Bomb' Of Fake Negative Reviews: Alpana, SHŌ and Beity are among the restaurants that recently faced a barrage of fake negative reviews. Google […]

On December 5th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today's potential market drivers:

Wendy Snyder (in for John Williams) is joined by legendary television journalist Bill Kurtis to talk all about his new book, Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News. Kurtis shares fascinating stories from his storied career while promoting his interview with WGN’s Larry Potash at the Museum of Broadcast Communications on Saturday, December 6th, 2025.

Wendy Snyder steps in for John Williams on today’s Noon Business Lunch! Segment 1: Samantha Frontera, Co-Owner, The Holly House, a mother–daughter–built boutique that celebrates local artisans, meaningful moments, and the kind of small-town magic you can actually feel. Segment 2: Jospehine Lee, president of Uniting Voices Chicago, a nonprofit that provides music education and performance opportunities […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, political pundit Marj Halperin, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. This week, the Rascals start the podcast discussing Northwestern University paying $75 million to the federal government over the next three years to to get federal funding […]

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins John Williams to talk about the Trump administration rolling back fuel economy standards. Tom breaks down what this means.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, political pundit Marj Halperin, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. This week, the Rascals start the podcast discussing Northwestern University paying $75 million to the federal government over the next three years to to get federal funding […]

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about why you should not eat lunch while you a working, and the one habit that could decrease your risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, diabetes, and weight gain. Dawn also answers your health and nutrition questions.

Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins John Williams to talk about the Trump administration rolling back fuel economy standards. Tom breaks down what this means.

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about why you should not eat lunch while you a working, and the one habit that could decrease your risk of heart attack, high blood pressure, diabetes, and weight gain. Dawn also answers your health and nutrition questions.

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, political pundit Marj Halperin, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. This week, the Rascals start the podcast discussing Northwestern University paying $75 million to the federal government over the next three years to to get federal funding […]

Ald. William Hall, 6th Ward, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his proposal to hold social media companies accountable for their role in ‘teen takeovers.’ He proposes an ordinance to fine social media companies for not following their own ‘community guidelines.’ Ald. Hall expresses that social media companies are not properly policing their platform, and they […]

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

Alan E. Wiseman, Cornelius Vanderbilt Professor of Political Economy at Vanderbilt University, joins Lisa Dent to share which Illinois legislators are the most effective? The Center for Effective Lawmaking, a non-partisan think tank conducts this report for every state in the Union. Wiseman shares which Illinois legislators stand out amongst their peers.

Dr. Santina Wheat, Family Medicine Physician with Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the latest information about HPV. Dr. Wheat shares that while HPV is an STI, the spread of it requires only skin-to-skin contact. She reports that the active HPV vaccine can now be given to several age groups. Dr. Wheat recommends that […]

Bob Pishue, Transportation analyst at INRIX, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Chicago being rated the worst city in the United States for traffic by INRIX. Pishue shares how they gathered the data, keeping weather and geography as factors to determine the worst cities for traffic. Chicago ranks first in the United States and second overall […]

Brandy Miller, Chamber President/CEO, joins Lisa Dent to share the events that Ludington has during the holiday season. Primarily a beach town, Ludington still offers plenty of opportunities for families to enjoy the great dining and arts that Ludington offers. They also have a highly rated New Year’s Eve event as well.

Keith Freeman, Secretary of Harvey Firemen's Association Local 471, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the latest layoffs in the Harvey Fire Department. Freeman reports that these are the second round of layoffs to the department. The latest layoffs leave the department with only 15 people on staff. Prior to the first layoffs last October, Freeman […]