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Chicago Way w/John Kass (12/01/25): This week, retired Police Chief, Tom Weitzel (Riverside), joins John Kass & Jeff Carlin to talk about who is to blame for the release of veteran convict Lawrence Reed –who allegedly poured gasoline over 26-year-old Bethany MaGee at random, setting her on fire aboard a Blue Line train– and what […]

Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to talk about Chicago’s Christkindlmarket, the Marshall Field’s Walnut Room, Santa’s Secret Chicago, and more holiday events.

Jahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago's neighborhoods. This month, he's in Brighton Park, and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.

Tim Joyce, Meteorologist and WGN Weekend Morning News weather anchor, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the snow storm that hit Illinois. Joyce shares which area got hit the worst and gives the forecast for the rest of the week.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, Clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopaedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss all things pharmaceuticals. Dr. Elliott answers questions about the latest medication news and, and as always, answers questions from listeners.

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

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Christkindlmarket's New Capacity Limit Poses ‘Existential Threat' To Popular Holiday Market: Organizers: The city's new capacity restrictions at Christkindlmarket are less half what the market was allowed to hold […]

Consumer technology journalist Jennifer Jolly joins Bob Sirott to talk about some fun gadgets that would make great gifts for the holidays. Some of the tech on Jennifer’s list includes Board, Nex Playground Active Game System, reMarkable Paper Pro Move Tablet, and more.

Emergency medicine physician and associate chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine's Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can help prevent norovirus and a study that focuses on how your brain changes in stages. He also shares details about a new diabetes pill that could help with weight […]

On December 1st, 2025, Ryan Burrow, in for Steve Grzanich, shares today's potential market drivers:

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the weekend box office numbers, Mariah Carey’s Las Vegas residency, and a Christmas card from Jenny McCarthy and Donnie Wahlberg. They also share details about the arrest of a “Home Improvement” actor, the 12th […]

Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media, joins John Williams to talk about what we can expect from Cyber Monday this year. Ilcye also reminds you to spend your FSA balance, and the state of Florida looking to eliminate property taxes for residents. Segment 2: Jim Dallke, Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative, tells John about Cameo scored a […]

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan and Jack Heinrich start the show recapping their Thanksgiving plans and talk about the wave of snow hitting Chicago. City of Chicago Streets and Sanitation Commissioner Cole Stallard joins Dean to talk about the overnight parking ban in Chicago and the condition of the city streets after the snowstorm. Dr. Santina […]

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 the connection between untreated sleep apnea and Parkinson’s disease, weight loss options and tips on staying warm through the snowfall.

On this episode of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter shares the story of when “Ma shot a duck” while on air with Spike O’Dell, and the many reasons why kids need nature.

This week's New to Lou Too feature is The Magnetic Bag Company! Keep your bottle, phone, wallet, and keys secure, clean, and handy with these magnetic gym bags. 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 11/29/2025: Dan McCarty of Redo Cabinets joins the show to explain what cabinet refacing actually involves and to clear up common misconceptions. 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 11/22/25: NEXT Door & Window's Gary Armstrong joins the show to explain why the end of the year is an ideal time for homeowners to replace windows and doors. To learn more about what NEXT Door & Window can do for your home, visit nextdoorandwindow.com or […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 11/29/25: Miracle Method's David Haas joins the show joins the show to discuss bathroom safety and how refinishing can transform older bathrooms without the cost and hassle of a full remodel. To learn more about what Miracle Method can do for you, go to miraclemethod.com/wgn or call them […]

We kicked off this week's show with David Haas of Miracle Method explaining what cabinet and surface refinishing involves and clearing up common misconceptions. Then, Gary Armstrong of NEXT Door & Window breaks down why this season is an ideal time to buy new windows and doors. Next, Lewis Shapiro of Redo Cabinets joins the […]

In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Anthony Herron debated how much credit Bears general manager Ryan Poles deserves for the team's turnaround and 8-3 start that has Chicago atop the NFC North; WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the Mully & Haugh Show to break down the Bears' win against the Steelers last Sunday and to share why he's confident they'll beat the Eagles; and Spiegel and Herron detailed how Bears head coach Ben Johnson has been terrific at making halftime adjustments.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Anthony Herron debated how much credit Bears general manager Ryan Poles deserves for the team's turnaround and 8-3 start that has Chicago atop the NFC North; WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the Mully & Haugh Show to break down the Bears' win against the Steelers last Sunday and to share why he's confident they'll beat the Eagles; and Spiegel and Herron detailed how Bears head coach Ben Johnson has been terrific at making halftime adjustments.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Anthony Herron debated how much credit Bears general manager Ryan Poles deserves for the team's turnaround and 8-3 start that has Chicago atop the NFC North; WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the Mully & Haugh Show to break down the Bears' win against the Steelers last Sunday and to share why he's confident they'll beat the Eagles; and Spiegel and Herron detailed how Bears head coach Ben Johnson has been terrific at making halftime adjustments.

WGN Radio's Lou Manfredini, John Williams, Lisa Dent, Bob Sirott, John Landecker, Jon Hansen, Rollye James, Joe Romano, Hayley Boyd, Karen Conti, Steve Dale, David Hochberg and Dave Plier share what they are thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day. What are YOU thankful for?

WGN Radio's Dave Plier and Dave Schwan share the history of the very first Thanksgiving and the traditions that have developed over the years.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Dave Plier in for Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Dave and Dean talks about the 20th anniversary of “Bozo, Gar and Ray: WGN TV Classics,” as well as what movies are must-see in the theater this Thanksgiving weekend.

Weber Grill Ambassador Kevin Kolman talks turkey on your grill, sides and more this Thanksgiving morning with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in for Bob Sirott.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to legendary anchorman Bill Kurtis about his book ‘Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News', plus his upcoming appearance on Saturday December 6th, 2025 at 12pm featuring a Q&A, book signing and meet and greet. For tickets, visit MUSEUM.TV.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to author and host of The Carson Podcast Mark Malkoff about his new book ‘Love Johnny Carson', a wildly entertaining read by one of the world's most obsessed and informed fans of TV icon Johnny Carson, setting the record straight on Carson’s legacy and shining light on the personality behind […]

Steve King and Johnnie Putman bring all the stuffing you need for Thanksgiving, and the main course: Muriel Anderson! It’s that time of year for her Saturday-After-Thanksgiving Concert! Listen in for all the details as she returns home to Downers Grove for her 34th annual concert featuring Alberto Lombardi from Italy! Tune in for Patrick […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Dave Plier in for Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Dave and Dean talks about the 20th anniversary of “Bozo, Gar and Ray: WGN TV Classics,” as well as what movies are must-see in the theater this Thanksgiving weekend.

In the final hour, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote wondered if there's any way this Bears season wouldn't be considered a success after their 8-3 start. After that, WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the show to preview the Bears-Eagles game Friday. Later, Harris and Grote shared their predictions for the Bears-Eagles game.

Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton to preview the Bears-Eagles game Friday.

Envoy Scott Hurula, Corps Administrator and pastor at The Salvation Army Joliet Corps, and Salvation Army volunteer Novel Woods, join John Williams to talk about the importance of Salvation Army volunteers, and what you can do if you want to be a bell-ringer this season. Your donations to The Salvation Army will help keep families […]

Matt Singer, editor and critic at ScreenCrush, and author of ‘Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever,’ joins John Williams to talk about the 50th anniversary of the TV show starring famed movie critics Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel. Matt explains how Siskel and Ebert impacted movie criticism, their influence on films in […]

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

U.S. Representative Lauren Underwood (D-IL 14) joins John Williams to talk about what she found when she visited the Broadview ICE detention center. Rep. Underwood details the inhumane conditions at the facility and also tells John what she expects from Operation Midway Blitz in the months to come.

John Williams read a portion of a letter from listener Janelle from Michigan: Good morning, John.  I wanted to share this with you, after listening to it again this morning….. So interesting to look back and recall the thoughts and emotions so many people were experiencing that morning a little over a year ago.  It's also nice to reflect on where we […]

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says continue to water your trees and shrubs and remember to cut your lawn down to 2 inches for the winter.

Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. 

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

U.S. Representative Lauren Underwood (D-IL 14) joins John Williams to talk about what she found when she visited the Broadview ICE detention center. Rep. Underwood details the inhumane conditions at the facility and also tells John what she expects from Operation Midway Blitz in the months to come.

John Williams read a portion of a letter from listener Janelle from Michigan: Good morning, John.  I wanted to share this with you, after listening to it again this morning….. So interesting to look back and recall the thoughts and emotions so many people were experiencing that morning a little over a year ago.  It's also nice to reflect on where we […]

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says continue to water your trees and shrubs and remember to cut your lawn down to 2 inches for the winter.

Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. 

Matt Singer, editor and critic at ScreenCrush, and author of ‘Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever,’ joins John Williams to talk about the 50th anniversary of the TV show starring famed movie critics Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel. Matt explains how Siskel and Ebert impacted movie criticism, their influence on films in […]

Envoy Scott Hurula, Corps Administrator and pastor at The Salvation Army Joliet Corps, and Salvation Army volunteer Novel Woods, join John Williams to talk about the importance of Salvation Army volunteers, and what you can do if you want to be a bell-ringer this season. Your donations to The Salvation Army will help keep families […]

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton to share his takeaways from the Bears' 31-28 win against the Steelers on Sunday.

Chicago Way w/John Kass (11/24/25): Thanksgiving is upon us, but senseless violence continues to plague the city, and John Kass wonders if the judges who let career violent criminals back on the street to destroy more lives will ever be held accountable? Kasso is thankful for a good cup of Kribi Coffee and supports their […]