Lisa Dent checks in on our Newsroom staff. Steve Bertrand, Mary VanDeVelde and Kevin Powell all have stories that have interested them today. From Kevin’s upcoming trip to Augusta for the Masters to figuring out what a sumo orange is with plenty of laughs in between. New travel requirements affecting both domestic and foreign flights
CBS News Travel Editor and host of Eye on Travel, Peter Greenberg, joins the show to analyze the new changes made to travel requirements affecting both domestic and foreign flights. Lisa Dent and Peter discuss all the changes being made and a few fines that have already started to appear against airlines.
With the Bears disappointing season winding down, NFL Hall of Famer Dan Hampton comes on the show to talk with Lisa Dent about what is next for the Bears, including what went wrong this season and some potentials for the head coaching vacancy.
Chef Erick Williams, Executive Chef at Virtue Restaurant and Daisy’s Po-Boy, discusses with Lisa Dent what exactly is going on with this amazing campaign. Chef Williams talks about making change in the hospitality industry with the best chefs in Chicago coming together to raise funds for this great initiative.
Monica Eng, reporter for Axios, comes on the show to talk with Lisa Dent about her 5 favorite dishes in 2024. From turmeric soups to dobladas, the two talk about all the best dishes to get in Chicago.
Amy Snerison, Equal Pay Manager of the Illinois Department of Labor, joins Lisa Dent to talk about new labor laws coming in 2025. Of the many changes, pay transparency is one of the major changes and Amy goes into detail about the change and how it can affect employees throughout Illinois
From New Year’s resolutions to a chess prodigy, Lisa Dent, Mary Van De Velde, Steve Bertrand and Kevin Powell discuss unusual stories in the news.
Lisa Dent is joined by Joe Chura, founder of Go Brewing in Naperville, who discusses Dry January and non-alcoholic beer. Listen in while Joe discuss what he thinks is behind the growing movement for non-alcoholic drinks and the want for a sober lifestyle.
Mr. Fix-it, Lou Manfredini, joins Lisa Dent for Ask Lou. Listen in while Lou answers listener’s questions pertaining to using an attic as storage space, crawl space tips, garage insulation, and more.
Former WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Tom Skilling comes out of retirement and give us a weather update for Lisa Dent’s first show back in 2025. Tom also joins the show to talk about he has in store for 2025.
NewsNation’s national security contributor Lt. General Richard Newton joins Lisa Dent to talk about the latest attacks of terror in both New Orleans and Las Vegas.
Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Lisa Dent on the show to reflect on what Chicago endured in 2024 including but not limited to CPS, newly-appointed Chicago Board of Education members, and the city’s fight against crime. Then, Mayor Johnson reiterates his commitment to our city and what he plans to focus on in 2025.
From pigs on the loose to what Babe Ruth ate for breakfast, Lisa Dent, Don Kleppin, Ron Brown and Mark Carman discuss unusual stories in the news.
With the holidays wrapping up, many people are falling ill to the norovirus outbreak. Dr. Santina Wheat, program director for the McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the symptoms and what to expect if you fall ill with the norovirus. They also touch on COVID and the differences between the two […]
Dr. Hermene Hartman joins the show to talk with Lisa Dent about the death of former president Jimmy Carter and all the things that he stood for. The also touch on the many political shifts coming in 2025 with the election of Donald Trump but also other changes coming in the new year.
Chicago’s very own comedian Kathy Griffin joins Lisa Dent to talk about her new tour, My Life On the PTSD List. She also discusses growing up in the Chicago suburbs and recently going viral for her parody of Kim Kardashian’s Santa Baby post. She also touches on her controversial history with President-elect Trump.
Liv Warfield and Cunio from Teatro Zinzanni join Steve Dale, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss this new entertainment experience unlike any other in Chicago. They also discuss the origins of Cunio’s name and Liv’s experience on the popular TV show America’s Got Talent.
After yet another loss for the Chicago Bears, now 4-12 after a ten-game losing streak, Dan Hampton give his analysis on the game and what changes need to be made. With the season finale coming next week, Hamp and Steve Dale look into what can be done before the beginning of next season to get […]
Walter Burnett, Alderman of the 27th Ward and Vice Mayor of Chicago, joins Steve Dale, in for Lisa Dent, to talk about his role and what he does for the City of Chicago. They also touch on some of the recent news surrounding the mayor’s office, being joined by News Director Ryan Burrow to get […]
Art Simms and Adam Helman from the Guest House Foundation join Steve Dale, in for Lisa Dent, to talk about what their non-for-profit organization provides for those struggling with health related issue. They also provide homes for those receiving care so they can stay closer to their care specialists, especially those who can not afford […]