https://wgnradio.com Live and Local News, Talk, Sports, Traffic, Weather, Business, Blackhawks hockey, Northwestern football and basketball Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:36:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.8 https://wgnradio.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2025/08/cropped-FavIconAug2025.jpg?w=32 https://wgnradio.com 32 32 noLive and Local News, Talk, Sports, Traffic, Weather, Business, Blackhawks hockey, Northwestern football and basketball https://wgnradio.com/news/lottery/1-billion-powerball-jackpot-won-by-someone-in-illinois/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:41:01 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/news/1-billion-powerball-jackpot-won-by-someone-in-illinois/ 2026-08-13T14:01:37+00:00 noOne of the largest Powerball jackpots ever has finally been won.One of the largest Powerball jackpots ever has finally been won.Lottery, News https://wgnradio.com/news/lottery/will-we-ever-know-who-won-1-04-billion-powerball-jackpot/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:27:39 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/news/will-we-ever-know-who-won-1-04-billion-powerball-jackpot/ 2026-08-13T14:01:59+00:00 noA single ticket matched the winning numbers to secure one of the largest Powerball jackpots in history. But will we ever know who is holding the winning ticket?A single ticket matched the winning numbers to secure one of the largest Powerball jackpots in history. But will we ever know who is holding the winning ticket?Lottery, News https://wgnradio.com/lisa-dent/susana-mendoza-discusses-her-mayoral-campaign-and-a-funeral-home-horror-story/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:55:40 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124399 2026-08-12T22:55:41+00:00 noIllinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about her run for Chicago Mayor where she highlights her six terms as State Representative as well as how she stepped in to the position of Comptroller during the worst fiscal crisis in Illinois' history. She also addresses how a mayor could aid in [...]Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about her run for Chicago Mayor where she highlights her six terms as State Representative as well as how she stepped in to the position of Comptroller during the worst fiscal crisis in Illinois' history. She also addresses how a mayor could aid in [...]Lisa Dent, News, Political News https://wgnradio.com/your-money-matters/blackhawks-great-jeremy-roenick-tees-off-with-the-helping-hands-network/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:53:07 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3123099 2026-08-12T23:53:08+00:00 noNHL Hall of Famer and Blackhawks great Jeremy Roenick joins Jon Hansen to talk about The Helping Hands Network and its efforts to fund programs for young adults with special needs. Roenick will be teeing off in the 2026 Celebrity Golf & Games Day Outing, happening Monday, August 17 at Twin Orchard Country Club.NHL Hall of Famer and Blackhawks great Jeremy Roenick joins Jon Hansen to talk about The Helping Hands Network and its efforts to fund programs for young adults with special needs. Roenick will be teeing off in the 2026 Celebrity Golf & Games Day Outing, happening Monday, August 17 at Twin Orchard Country Club.Your Money Matters, Blackhawks https://wgnradio.com/john-landecker/bill-snyder-recapping-more-severe-weather/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:05:53 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124505 2026-08-13T03:05:53+00:00 noWGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins Jon Hansen, in for John Landecker, to break down another round of storms that hit us and share the numbers from storm season. Then Bill gives the upcoming weather.WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins Jon Hansen, in for John Landecker, to break down another round of storms that hit us and share the numbers from storm season. Then Bill gives the upcoming weather.John Landecker, Weather https://wgnradio.com/your-money-matters/chicagoland-out-of-the-darkness-walk-heads-to-montrose-harbor/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:17:11 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124410 2026-08-13T13:58:21+00:00 noChris Allard, Founder and Executive Director of The Tenth Man Foundation and board member of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Illinois Chapter, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the Chicagoland Out of the Darkness Walk happening October 3 at Montrose Harbor. For more information, visit AFSP.org/Chicago.Chris Allard, Founder and Executive Director of The Tenth Man Foundation and board member of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Illinois Chapter, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the Chicagoland Out of the Darkness Walk happening October 3 at Montrose Harbor. For more information, visit AFSP.org/Chicago.Your Money Matters https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/the-opening-bell/thought-leader-joseph-lenzie-shares-ais-growing-role-in-treasury-and-finance/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124097 2026-08-12T20:02:19+00:00 noJoseph Lenzie, Senior Vice President, Treasury Management Officer Lead at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader conversation to explain how treasury and finance are embracing AI, the challenges they face, and why staying ahead of the technology is more important than ever.Joseph Lenzie, Senior Vice President, Treasury Management Officer Lead at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader conversation to explain how treasury and finance are embracing AI, the challenges they face, and why staying ahead of the technology is more important than ever.The Opening Bell, Bob Sirott, AI in finance, artificial intelligence, Associated Bank, business banking, Cash Flow Forecasting, Cybersecurity in Banking, Digital Transformation Show more lines, Finance Leadership, Financial Technology, Fraud Prevention, Steve Grzanich, Thought Leader conversation, Treasury Management, WGN Radio https://wgnradio.com/news/product-recalls/whole-foods-recalls-additional-products-made-with-jalapeno-peppers-over-salmonella-concerns/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:52:22 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/news/whole-foods-recalls-additional-products-made-with-jalapeno-peppers-over-salmonella-concerns/ 2026-08-13T15:35:25+00:00 noThis comes after dozens of other products sold at multiple retailers were already recalled over the same peppers.This comes after dozens of other products sold at multiple retailers were already recalled over the same peppers.Product Recalls and Alerts, News https://wgnradio.com/news/warning-over-playset-issued-after-toddlers-death-stop-using-immediately/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:13:00 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/news/warning-over-playset-issued-after-toddlers-death-stop-using-immediately/ 2026-08-13T15:36:42+00:00 noNo recall has been issued, but federal regulators are urging consumers to throw away the sets.No recall has been issued, but federal regulators are urging consumers to throw away the sets.News, Product Recalls and Alerts https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/diving-into-netflixs-documentary-the-idaho-murders-college-nightmare/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:25:25 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124669 2026-08-13T15:25:26+00:00 noDirector of The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare Skye Borgman joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss how this documentary focuses on the victims rather than the killer and what happened on the night of the murders. She also focuses on the victim statement made by Alivea Goncalves and what some of her future [...]Director of The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare Skye Borgman joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss how this documentary focuses on the victims rather than the killer and what happened on the night of the murders. She also focuses on the victim statement made by Alivea Goncalves and what some of her future [...]Bob Sirott, Crime News, Wendy Snyder, idaho murders, Netflix, skye borgman https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/one-mans-journey-to-sobriety-is-a-rewarding-one/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:25:56 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124665 2026-08-13T15:25:58+00:00 noAuthor of The 12 Steps and Tales of Fellowship Tom Serritella joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about why he wanted to write this book and what prompted him to seek help to start his sobriety journey. He also discusses how he became a sponsor and where you can buy his book.Author of The 12 Steps and Tales of Fellowship Tom Serritella joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about why he wanted to write this book and what prompted him to seek help to start his sobriety journey. He also discusses how he became a sponsor and where you can buy his book.Bob Sirott, Wendy Snyder, alcohol, book, drinking, Sobriety https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/with-more-storm-damage-comes-more-fake-contractors/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:24:52 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124666 2026-08-13T15:24:53+00:00 noPresident and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about an increase in storm chaser scams and how you can find reputable companies with the BBB. He also discusses how scammers are placing coupons in mailboxes and how they make money from it.President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about an increase in storm chaser scams and how you can find reputable companies with the BBB. He also discusses how scammers are placing coupons in mailboxes and how they make money from it.Bob Sirott, Wendy Snyder, BBB, coupons, Scams, storm chasers, storm damage https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/entertainment-report/the-entertainment-report-paramount-warner-bros-john-cena-and-ryan-gosling/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:23:59 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124667 2026-08-13T15:24:00+00:00 noBlockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger update and how this could impact consumers. He also discusses whether or not we could see a sequel to the "Barbie" movie and John Cena's role in "Coyote vs. Acme."Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger update and how this could impact consumers. He also discusses whether or not we could see a sequel to the "Barbie" movie and John Cena's role in "Coyote vs. Acme."Entertainment Report, Bob Sirott, Entertainment News, Wendy Snyder, barbie, coyote vs. acme, John Cena, Paramount, Ryan Gosling, Warner Bros. https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/extremely-local-news-chicago-welcomes-the-growing-fingerboarding-community/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:24:28 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124670 2026-08-13T15:24:29+00:00 noMichael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on: Chicago’s Fingerboarding Community Is Taking Off — On Tiny Skateboards: The miniature skateboard brand and youth organization TrapDecks has helped turn Chicago into a “mecca for fingerboarding.” How Nathaniel Mary Quinn [...]Michael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on: Chicago’s Fingerboarding Community Is Taking Off — On Tiny Skateboards: The miniature skateboard brand and youth organization TrapDecks has helped turn Chicago into a “mecca for fingerboarding.” How Nathaniel Mary Quinn [...]Bob Sirott, Wendy Snyder, Block Club Chicago, CPS, Extremely Local News, fingerboarding, nathaniel mary quinn https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/the-opening-bell/associated-bank-market-outlook-08-13-26/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:10:17 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124659 2026-08-13T12:10:18+00:00 noOn August 13th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:On August 13th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:The Opening Bell, Bob Sirott, Earnings Report, Federal Reserve, initial jobless claims, Producer Price Index https://wgnradio.com/your-money-matters/starting-a-digging-project-call-811-chicago/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:34:24 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124412 2026-08-13T02:34:25+00:00 noKelly Cahill, CGA/DPAct's VP of Communications at Common Ground Alliance, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why even simple digging projects can be dangerous and how homeowners can stay safe as utility lines continue to be damaged by severe weather. They talk about how even simple projects should have a free call [...]Kelly Cahill, CGA/DPAct's VP of Communications at Common Ground Alliance, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why even simple digging projects can be dangerous and how homeowners can stay safe as utility lines continue to be damaged by severe weather. They talk about how even simple projects should have a free call [...]Your Money Matters https://wgnradio.com/wgn-plus/the-mincing-rascals/the-mincing-rascals-8-12-26-pope-hat-night-karoline-leavitt-leaving-trump-plane-swap-wisconsin-election/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:25:15 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3110839 2026-08-12T23:25:15+00:00 noThe Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack. The Rascals start the podcast this week talking about why Cate thinks the Air & Water Show is stupid and dangerous. What about [...]The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack. The Rascals start the podcast this week talking about why Cate thinks the Air & Water Show is stupid and dangerous. What about [...]The Mincing Rascals, John Williams, Austin Berg, Cate Plys, Eric Zorn https://wgnradio.com/john-landecker/jack-heinrichs-head-full-of-sports-report-alex-bregmans-goes-deep-3-times-in-win/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:06:39 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124532 2026-08-13T03:06:39+00:00 noJack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins Jon Hansen, in for John Landecker, to dive into what’s on Jack’s sports-filled brain for that day! Today, Jack reports on:Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins Jon Hansen, in for John Landecker, to dive into what’s on Jack’s sports-filled brain for that day! Today, Jack reports on:John Landecker, Sports https://wgnradio.com/john-landecker/two-truths-and-eli-free-falling-fire-sauce-and-full-bathrooms/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 02:58:46 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124521 2026-08-13T02:58:47+00:00 noEli Berk, sports producer and anchor, joins Jon Hansen, in for John Landecker, for the latest installment of Two Truths and Eli. Jon has to figure out which news story is the fake one written by Eli.Eli Berk, sports producer and anchor, joins Jon Hansen, in for John Landecker, for the latest installment of Two Truths and Eli. Jon has to figure out which news story is the fake one written by Eli.John Landecker https://wgnradio.com/lisa-dent/tom-skilling-are-storms-supposed-to-be-this-severe/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 21:06:14 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3124203 2026-08-12T21:06:15+00:00 noTom Skilling, WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist emeritus, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the severity of the damage caused by the previous days' storms. His sentiments echo those of both Demetrius Ivory and Bill Snyder as he mentions the over 193 tornado touchdowns, the 80-100 mph wind gusts, and the extremely limited visibility due to the rain. [...]Tom Skilling, WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist emeritus, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the severity of the damage caused by the previous days' storms. His sentiments echo those of both Demetrius Ivory and Bill Snyder as he mentions the over 193 tornado touchdowns, the 80-100 mph wind gusts, and the extremely limited visibility due to the rain. [...]Lisa Dent, Weather https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/white-sox-pope-hat-giveaway-brings-community-together/ Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:57:44 +0000 https://wgnradio.com/?p=3123475 2026-08-12T14:57:45+00:00 noComedian Pat McGann joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the White Sox giveaway dedicated to Pope Leo XIV, if they did anything special with the Pope's seat at the park, as well as the atmosphere at the sold out stadium. He also shares details about his upcoming shows and what it's [...]Comedian Pat McGann joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the White Sox giveaway dedicated to Pope Leo XIV, if they did anything special with the Pope's seat at the park, as well as the atmosphere at the sold out stadium. He also shares details about his upcoming shows and what it's [...]Bob Sirott, Wendy Snyder, baseball, Pope Leo XIV, rate field, White Sox