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08/07/2024

109 people shot, 19 fatally, during violent Fourth of July weekend in Chicago

The number of shootings – which totaled 109 victims between Thursday and Sunday – surpassed last year’s holiday weekend total.

08/07/2024

Indiana family of 5 missing since Fourth of July; police believe three young children to be in "extreme danger"

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department believes the three children to be in “extreme danger.”

08/07/2024

'More than a race': It was the second year for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend, but was it a success? Motorsports expert Dane Neal joins John Williams to discuss the event.

Dane Neal, WGN Radio’s motorsports expert joins John Williams to recap the big NASCAR weekend in Chicago. What were Dane’s takeaways? Does Dane consider this year’s event to be a …

08/07/2024

Cubs reliever breaks hand punching dugout wall, will miss 60 days

Chicago Cubs pitcher Colten Brewer’s frustration boiled over Saturday, and now he’ll be out for a while.

08/07/2024

Record number of travelers passed through U.S. airport security on Sunday, reports TSA.

More than 3 million people passed through U.S. airport security on Sunday, the first time that number of passengers have been screened in a single day as travel surges, according to the U.S. Transp…

08/07/2024

Between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark, who do you think is having a better rookie season?

Vote on today's SportsClick poll to let us know.

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08/07/2024

'This is a systemic problem': Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas on why the south and southwest suburbs were particularly hard hit with property tax increases, why you should read your bill, and what to do as a homeowner.

Featured on Home Sweet Home Chicago on 07/06/24: Cook Country Treasurer Maria Pappas joins the show to discuss everything that you need to know about Cook County’s property tax and what you n…

08/07/2024

On this week's episode of Nostalgia Stories, Antenna TV got the opportunity to sit down with Air Supply to hear about all things past, present and future. Air Supply Music

The world is never out of love, with Air Supply. These guys are still rocking it after their first meeting in 1972. They’ve had 7 consecutive top five singles, four of their albums sold an excess o…

08/07/2024

Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Texas as a Category 1, knocking out power to 1.5 million

MATAGORDA, Texas (AP) — Hurricane Beryl swept ashore in Texas as a Category 1 storm in the dark of the early morning hours Monday, lashing Houston with heavy rains and powerful winds, and knocking …

08/07/2024

Thinking about changing careers? You're not alone.

Our friends at Career Vision explain what career changers and mid-career adults are considering before making such a big decision.

Provided by Career Vision Career changers and mid-career adults juggle competing demands. Too many adults get so busy they neglect to take an active role in their personal and professiona…

08/07/2024

Our Chicago's Best Beef Tournament started with 64 of the area's best Italian Beef places. Now we're down to 8.

Vote for your favorites and tell your friends to do the same before the Elite 8 Round polls close on Thursday morning. VOTE at https://trib.al/a3uB97r

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08/07/2024

Bowman wraps up a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs with a win on a rainy Chicago street course

CHICAGO (AP) — Alex Bowman secured a spot in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs Sunday when he held on for the victory on a rainy street course in downtown Chicago. It was Bowman’s first victory …

07/07/2024

What are the 5 biggest mistakes grandparents make? A family therapist joins Lisa Dent Radio to discuss.

Robin Kay Stilwell, a licensed marriage and family therapist, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the 5 biggest mistakes that grandparents make and what to to avoid making mistakes to build strong, healt…

07/07/2024

From throwback dining to antiques and boutiques, murals and roadside attractions, adventures are waiting for you on Route 66 - Illinois! Enter to win the Ultimate Route 66 prize pack with over $1,700 worth of gift cards to destinations along The Mother Road.

Sponsored by Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, Route 66 - Illinois & Heritage Corridor Destinations.

Sweepstakes ends 8/25/24 at 11:59pm CT.

Illinois Office of Tourism and The First Hundred Miles of Route 66 fueled by Heritage Corridor Destinations with WGN Radio are giving you the chance to win the Ultimate Route 66 prize pack with mor…

07/07/2024

It's the best of John Williams Speed Jokes! Which was your favorite joke of the week? Speed Jokes air weekdays at 10:30am and 1:30pm replay.

Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to [email protected]!

06/07/2024

It's the 65th anniversary of 'The Twilight Zone.' Dave Plier Show WGN talks to the daughter of TV legend Rod Serling, writer Anne Serling, on her father’s legacy.

As iconic TV anthology series ‘The Twilight Zone’ celebrates its 65th Anniversary, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to the daughter of TV legend Rod Serling, writer Anne Serling, on her father’s l…

06/07/2024

What is your position on backyard fireworks? Click and vote in the John Williams NewsClick.

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06/07/2024

If you're growing your own tomatoes, take a listen to advice from the Chicago Tomato Man.

Bob Zeni, the Chicago Tomato Man, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about why it’s important to fertilize tomatoes and what an heirloom tomato is. He also shares details abo…

06/07/2024

Maggie Rose is doing music her way. She joined Lisa Dent Radio to talk about her latest album and the evolution of her career.

American soul and country music singer Maggie Rose joins Lisa Dent to talk about the early beginnings of her career, the trajectory of country music, and her new album No One Gets Out Alive. Follow…

06/07/2024

'We've just gotten ourselves into this bad mood': Humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson talks with John Williams about his John Steinbeck-inspired journey across America on a listening tour.

Clay Jenkinson, author, humanities educator, and historical impersonator, joins John Williams to talk about his time following John Steinbeck’s journey and what he learned from studying him. …

06/07/2024

How can you get Uncle Sam out of your retirement savings? 💰 Hear ideas from Alpha Wealth Group's Tom Fortino in 'The Alpha Wealth Hour' and tune-in for an all-new episode this Sunday, 7-8am.

WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more! As we prepare for Independence Day, Tom Fortino shares his thought…

06/07/2024

4 things to know about this weekend's NASCAR Chicago race

The NASCAR Chicago Street Race will take place on July 6 and 7, featuring two races, a new course length, and a festival atmosphere with live music and family-friendly events.

06/07/2024

Block Club Chicago: Another piping plover chick born at Montrose Beach marks the fourth born this season.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Chicago’s P…

05/07/2024

We've reached the Sweet 16 of our Chicago's Best Beef Tournament!

Get your votes in for your favorite Italian Beef places before the polls close Monday morning.

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It might be the 4th of July, but we’ve already seen plenty of fireworks during the first two rounds of the 2024 Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament! Updated Chicago’s Best Beef Graphic…

05/07/2024

On this week's Quest for Gold, Ryan Burrow talks with triple jumper Tori Franklin about qualifying for Paris and goals she’s laid out headed into her second Olympics.

On this week’s episode of Quest for Gold:-The men’s and women’s US Olympic gymnastics teams are named-We’re still waiting on US Men’s Soccer Olympic roster-The U.S. Sk…

05/07/2024

The FDA approved a new drug in the treatment of people in early stages of Alzheimer's this week. A Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter representative joined Lisa Dent Radio to discuss the news.

Olivia Matongo, the VP of Programs for the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the new drug from Eli Lilly that has shown to modestly slow a decline in mem…

05/07/2024

This week, the Mincing Rascals talk about the future of President Biden's campaign, the Supreme Court immunity ruling, NASCAR in Chicago, and more! Listen here: https://trib.al/egqcxSY, or Saturday night at 8pm on WGN Radio 720 and our digital streams. John Williams | Eric Zorn

05/07/2024

Watching TV's megahit 'The Bear'? Eater Chicago has your guide to the local eateries featured in the show.

Samantha Nelson, a reporter for Chicago Eater, joins Lisa Dent to talk about all the great local eateries and celebrity chefs who are featured in season 3 of FX and Hulu’s megahit The Bear. F…

05/07/2024

'If you're on the fence, buy a ticket, come out': We're a day away form the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend. Hear a preview of what's to come, July 6-7, in Grant Park.

Dane Neal and Nascarcasm (David Vrabel) discuss the upcoming Chicago Street Race!

05/07/2024

Hurricane Beryl weakens to a Category 2, expected to hit southern Texas by end of the weekend.

Hurricane Beryl weakened to a Category 2 storm Friday morning.