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John Williams — 318 episodes
Local toy company suing Trump administration over new tariffs: ‘It’s another tax on us’
Tom Fortino: Why he’s still optimistic about 2026
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXCVII, 7.27.26
How secure are elections in Illinois?
Craig Bolanos: Markets are becoming less forgiving and more mature
Why people are flocking to Woodridge to see ‘The Odyssey’
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 7.24.26
Comedian Asher Perlman talks New Yorker cartoons, Late Show end, Jimothy, more
Charlie Roumeliotis: Patrick Kane signing is a fantastic deal for the Blackhawks
Best of the Midwest: Explore Lake Geneva’s ‘West End’
Dawn Jackson Blatner: The best way to choose eggs
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXCVI, 7.23.26
The Mincing Rascals 7.22.26: Chicago air quality, national anthem protocol, SAVE Act
MLB All-Star Curtis Granderson: The White Sox success is great for the sport
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: How to get rid of mushrooms in your lawn
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXCV, 7.22.26
Eric Zorn: You have a right to sit down during the national anthem
Dr. Michael Bauer: What to know about the cyclosporiasis outbreak
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXCIV, 7.21.26
How Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ differs from Homer’s poem
Lou Manfredini: Why you should prune dead branches
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXCIII, 7.20.26
‘All American’ star Michael Evans Behling bet on himself
America’s Toy Scout wants to buy your old collectibles
The Hill’s Niall Stanage: Trump election speech didn’t live up to the hype
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 7.17.26
Lou Manfredini: How to improve indoor air quality in your home
Best of the Midwest: Chihuly at Meijer Gardens
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXCII, 7.16.26
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXCI, 7.15.26
The Mincing Rascals 7.15.26: Ballot access rules, ICE bodycam requirements, the county succession movement
Northwestern thoracic surgeon on rare quadruple-organ transplant
Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: Don’t fall for elder-targeted fraud
Rare ‘corpse flower’ is in bloom at the Chicago Botanic Garden
Craig Bolanos: The market is looking past the ‘wall of worry’
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Don’t water your plants at night
Dr. Michael Bauer: Check for ticks extra diligently this season
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXC, 7.14.26
Eric Zorn: Thoughts on the sexual abuse accusations against Rev. Michael Pfleger
Attorney Michael Peregrine on the Richard Speck murders | ‘The line between normality and evil is uncomfortably thin’
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXIX, 7.13.26
Nick Offerman brings new musical ‘Iceboy!’ to Goodman Theatre
From T. rex to turkeys: Steve Brusatte on ‘The Story of Birds’
Maine Senate shock: The Hill’s Amie Parnes on Graham Platner’s collapse
City Kids Camp: Founder Hector Corona on summer, storms and support
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 7.10.26
Dawn Jackson Blatner: How to crave less junk food
Best of the Midwest: Boutique camping at Camp Aramoni
Chris Jones: Mayor Johnson demonizing business is unhelpful
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXVIII, 7.9.26
The Mincing Rascals 7.8.26: Mayoral race, Mitch McConnell health, World Cup controversy
How the Northwestern Medicine Scholars Program prepares students for careers in health care
How Josselyn helps improve community well-being
What are early signs of heart failure?
Why community health matters at Northwestern Medicine
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: When can you mow new sod?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXVII, 7.8.26
Dr. Michael Bauer: Get out and donate blood
Eric Zorn: Can’t rule out any mayoral candidate right now
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXVI, 7.7.26
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXV, 7.6.26
Grilling tips for your 4th of July barbecue
Best of the Midwest: Bloomington is much more than a college town
Dawn Jackson Blatner: 4th of July grilling upgrades
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXIV, 7.2.26: The best jokes of June
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 10
Jeff Buys Your House thrives on being an integrity brand
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: When should you water your lawn during hot weather?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXIII, 7.1.26
Rae Kaplan: What to know about changes to your student loans
Takeaways from SCOTUS decisions on birthright citizenship, trans athletes, more
Eric Zorn: Supreme Court remains friendly to Trump
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXII, 6.30.26
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXI, 6.29.26
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 9
Craig Bolanos: Inflation fight isn’t over
Dr. Bal Nandra: Common misconceptions about weight loss medications
Connell McShane: Bipartisan housing bill that Trump didn’t sign could still become law
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 6.26.26
Your Hometown: There is something for everyone in Rosemont
Your Hometown: How Rosemont remains a convention powerhouse
Dawn Jackson Blatner: The health benefits of sauerkraut
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXX, 6.25.26
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 8
How Fulton Lee creates magical musical moments
Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: How multiple marriages can affect estate planning
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: How to apply crabgrass preventer
What to expect from Supreme Court decisions this week
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXIX, 6.24.26
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Get shingles vaccine if you are over 50
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXVIII, 6.23.26
Lou Manfredini: How to control pesky backyard bugs
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXVII, 6.22.26
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 7
Are host cities benefiting from the World Cup?
Connell McShane: Trump wants to put Iran in rearview mirror
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 6.19.26
Best of the Midwest: Escape to Shipshewana
Chicagoland’s Best Hot Dogs Tournament Championship matchup is set!
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 6
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXVII, 6.18.26
The Mincing Rascals 6.17.26: Grant Park cross burning, UFC controversy, Obama Center opens
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: How to get rid of ants in lawn
WGN Radio’s Book Club: June edition
Beat the heat and save on energy bills with Green Attic Insulation
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXVI, 6.17.26
Eric Zorn: Illinois should ban surveillance pricing
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Good things happen when people lose weight
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXV, 6.16.26
Sam Panayotovich: The White Sox are a dangerous team
The Tribune’s Chris Borrelli on the Obama Center: ‘A lot of it is very moving’
Lou Manfredini: Time to invest in a whole-home generator
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXIV, 6.15.26
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 5
Craig Bolanos: SpaceX IPO should be celebrated today
Is the U.S. close to making a deal with Iran to end war?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 6.12.26
How the sports experience for the fan keeps getting better
Film critic Michael Phillips ‘Disclosure Day’ review: ‘It’s a stranger film than you expect’
Best of the Midwest: Lake life in Edgerton
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXIII, 6.11.26
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 4
The Mincing Rascals 6.10.26: Trump on ‘Meet the Press,’ Graham Platner, Bears stadium location, ‘Broadview 6’ grand jury transcript
Attorney Christopher Parente: Federal prosecutor conduct in ‘Broadview Six’ case ‘appalling’
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: How to protect lawn against heat and humidity
Harvey Wells: How to watch the World Cup for free
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXII, 6.10.26
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Vaccine could prevent melanoma from returning
Eric Zorn: I’m not concerned if the Bears go to Hammond
Celebrate 150 years of Chicago Cubs baseball with a limited edition anniversary bat!
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXI, 6.9.26
Lou Manfredini: How humidity can impact your smoke detector
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXX, 6.8.26
The Ten (American) Commandments: Episode 3
Connell McShane: What is the status of the ‘anti-weaponization’ fund?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 6.5.26
Mayoral candidate Susana Mendoza talks teen takeovers, Bears stadium, SAFE-T Act, more
Best of the Midwest: Listen to the music in Tinley Park
Dawn Jackson Blatner: Simple healthy snacks
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXIX, 6.4.26
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: The importance of deep root feeding
Illinois Senate GOP Leader John Curran: We want to keep the Bears in Illinois
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXVIII, 6.3.26
Fox Sports’ Sam Panayotovich: What is fueling White Sox success?
Eric Zorn: The Bears don’t want to go to Hammond
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXVII, 6.2.26
How the City of Chicago can combat takeovers
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXVI, 6.1.26: The best jokes of May
Tom Fortino: Where you should put your money right now
Connell McShane: Getting Strait of Hormuz open would be good for global economy
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 5.29.26
Your Hometown: It’s fun to fill the sky with parachutes at Skydive Chicago
Best of the Midwest: History comes alive in Springfield
Dawn Jackson Blatner: Best foods for healthier blood pressure
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXV, 5.28.26
Attorney Christopher Parente: ‘Broadview Six’ case possibly directed from the White House
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Best way to control weeds in your lawn
Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: Differences between a trust and a will
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXIV, 5.27.26
Eric Zorn: Skeptical that megaprojects bill will pass
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Ebola outbreak is not over
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXIII, 5.26.26
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 5.22.26
Connell McShane: Senate votes to limit Trump’s powers
Rahm Emanuel on housing affordability initiative, Bears stadium, future political aspirations
What is the future of late night television?
Go see Northwestern women’s lacrosse in the Final Four this weekend
Dawn Jackson Blatner: Memorial Day grilling upgrades
Best of the Midwest: Go back in time and unplug at Ishnala Supper Club
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXII, 5.21.26
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a special bourbon from Whiskey Acres!
Brian the Cash Man: How much money is your collectible worth?
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: How humid weather can stir up fungus colonies in your yard
Ask a Plumber: Best way to clean your drains at home
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXI, 5.20.26
Joabe Barbosa reminds us to love where you live
Best of the Midwest: Fall into the sky in Billings, Montana
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: What to know about Ebola outbreak
Eric Zorn: Not a good look for Mayor Johnson and Governor Pritzker to be feuding
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLX, 5.19.26
Lou Manfredini: Know what your homeowners insurance covers
Luis Gutierrez: FAA flight restrictions at O’Hare good for summer travelers
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLIX, 5.18.26
What does Trump hope to accomplish in China?
How common is it to find an eel in the Chicago River?
Best of the Midwest: Experience the woods and waters in Ludington
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLVIII, 5.14.26
The Mincing Rascals 5.13.26: Attractions and distractions, the McStadium, gas prices, and the hantavirus
Matt Walsh on ‘Veep,’ Bluebird Improv, and finding comedy in awkward silence
Green Attic Roofing co-owner/CEO shares signs to have your roof checked out
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: We’ve got the ‘green’ light to landscape
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLVII, 5.13.26
Rae Kaplan: Student loan struggle post-pandemic
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: What to know about hantavirus and health considerations when on a cruise
Tom Fortino: What’s at stake as Trump and prominent US executives heads to China
Eric Zorn: Are you in favor being able to track your friends 24/7?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLVI, 5.12.26
Kelly Leonard is back from having open heart surgery
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLV, 5.11.26
Schaumburg Boomers: New season, same great baseball
Vilomah: An app for grief
Lou Manfredini: Get your outdoor spaces ready for summer
How kids are becoming more dependent on technology at school
A story that proves that there is good in the world
Businesses to starting seeing tariff refunds
Connell McShane: Is the US close to a peace deal with Iran?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 5.8.26
Best of the Midwest: Beloit is a small town with big city charm
Dawn Jackson Blatner: How to properly wash your fruits and vegetables
Peter Greenberg: Book airfare immediately if you are using US airline
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLIV, 5.7.26
The Mincing Rascals 5.6.26: Obama Center, Samantha Steele, Indiana election, Iran War
Attorney Rich Lenkov: Why Samantha Steele was found not guilty of DUI
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Window is open to start seeding
David Hochberg: What to know about bridge loans
How to get tickets to the Obama Presidential Center
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLIII, 5.6.26
Chicago Tribune wins Pulitzer Prize
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: What to know about hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship
What will Indiana primary results mean for Trump?
Eric Zorn: Spelling Bee is a strange competition
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLII, 5.5.26
John Williams recaps his City Kids Camp weekend
Lou Manfredini: How to prep your garden for planting
How a Chicago kid ended up with Bruce Springsteen’s harmonica
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLI, 5.4.26: Best Jokes of April
WGN Radio’s Book Club: April-May edition
Connell McShane: What we know about WHCD shooting
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 5.1.26
Your Hometown: Being in Elburn is a strength for Bob Jass Chevrolet
Your Hometown: Elburn takes community policing to heart
Lincoln Park Zoo welcomes new rhinoceros!
Senate GOP Leader John Curran: CPD shooting suspect would not have been out prior to SAFE-T Act
Best of the Midwest: Unique golfing experiences in Lake Geneva!
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCL, 4.30.26
The Mincing Rascals 4.29.26: SAFE-T Act, WHCD shooting, Comey indictment
There is nothing in SAFE-T Act that prevented a judge from detaining CPD shooting suspect
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Never cut off more than one-third of grass blade when mowing
Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: Advanced end-of-life planning is essential
Attorney Rich Lenkov: Comey indictment is ‘ridiculous’
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLIX, 4.29.26
Why the Doc10 film festival is special for Chicago
Why was suspect in hospital shooting not in jail?
Craig Bolanos: Consumers remain resilient while labor market remains fragile
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Keep up with your colorectal cancer screenings
Eric Zorn: It’s time to end the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLVIII, 4.28.26
Lou Manfredini: Get your exterior cleaning done now
Tom Fortino: Why the market seems impervious to turmoil
Local farmer gives an update on the spring planting season
Rick Pearson: How residents feel about the federal government’s immigration enforcement efforts in Chicago
White House blames WHCD shooting on Democratic rhetoric
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLVII, 4.27.26
Connell McShane: Iran letting Trump hang out to dry
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 4.24.26
Best of the Midwest: Take an epic trip to Springfield
Who is the best Chicago duo?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLVI, 4.23.26
The Mincing Rascals 4.22.26: State redistricting, millionaires tax, new Bears stadium
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Standing water is bad for your grass
How an AI school can make learning more efficient
Austin Berg: Why Illinois doesn’t need a ‘millionaires tax’
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLV, 4.22.26
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLIV, 4.21.26
Darren Bailey on 2020 election, new Bears stadium, ‘millionaires tax’
Karen Conti: Will The Atlantic settle Kash Patel lawsuit?
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Vaccinate your kids according to the vaccination schedule
Eric Zorn: Public schools shouldn’t be coordinating protests
Lou Manfredini: How to make sure your sump pump is operating correctly
How businesses can claim tariff refunds
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLIII, 4.20.26
Did you get your tickets to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles?
Will you still be able to use credit cards for sales tax and tips after July 1st?
Connell McShane: Trump losing his own base of religious supporters
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 4.17.26
What’s next for One Fair Wage ordinance?
Greg Kot: Are artists still making protest songs in 2026?
Best of the Midwest: Summer getaway in Holland, Michigan
Dawn Jackson Blatner: Don’t demonize all types of carbohydrates
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLII, 4.16.26
The Mincing Rascals 4.15.26: Tipped wage veto, Trump v. Pope Leo, Door Dash Grandma
Former ComEd CEO released from prison
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Don’t try to mow your heavy, wet grass
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXLI, 4.15.26
Culver’s owner goes viral for calling out unruly teens
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: We are out of the influenza season
Eric Zorn: Trump’s attack on Pope Leo alienating Christians
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias wants to make car insurance more affordable
Explore Grand Rapids for their transformed riverfront, new amphitheater and Chihuly exhibit this Spring!
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXL, 4.14.26
Happy Birthday, Thomas Jefferson!
Neil Steinberg: COVID did damage to our health care system
Lou Manfredini: Time to stain your exterior deck
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXXXIX, 4.13.26
President Trump threatens Iran as negotiations are set to begin
How dangerous is the return to Earth for Artemis II?
Craig Bolanos: Time to look under the hood of your portfolio
Author Tilar Mazzeo talks ‘The Sea Captain’s Wife’
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 4.10.26
Dawn Jackson Blatner: Best snack to eat before bed that will help you sleep
Best of the Midwest: Spring fishing in Hayward Lakes
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXXXVIII, 4.9.26
The Mincing Rascals 4.8.26: Trump rhetoric, Iran war ceasefire, Adam Toledo lawsuit
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Be careful on your timing when applying herbicide
The Hand and The Eye will be the best place in the world to experience magic
NewsNation’s Joe Khalil: Secretary Hegseth declared military victory in Iran
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXXXVII, 4.8.26
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: AI can’t replace the humanity of healthcare
Eric Zorn: War in Iran is not going the way Trump thought it would go
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXXXVI, 4.7.26
How Joabe Barbosa is showcasing Chicago to the world
Lou Manfredini: Periodically check for leaks in your home
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCXXXV, 4.6.26
Rep. Mike Quigley: Funding the war is extremely unpopular
Connell McShane: Could the war in Iran be a strategic loss for the US?
What’s next for Artemis II moon mission?
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 4.3.26
Dawn Jackson Blatner: How to keep muscle mass as you age