John Williams

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Chicago robbery statistics, the amount of robberies the last few years compared to the numbers in the early ’90’s, Chicago expecting an incredible influx of migrants very soon, how the city is prepared to handle the migrant crisis, and bylines suddenly appearing below […]

Derek Stevens, CEO and Owner of Circa Casino and Circa Sports, and Mike Palm, Vice President Vice President of Operations for Circa Sports, join John Williams to talk about the launch of the new Circa Sports app that is now available in Illinois. Derek and Mike talk about what makes this sports betting app different […]

Phil Martinez, Chair, Board of Directors, AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)-IL Chapter, joins John Williams to talk about how many people die by suicide each day, why veterans and LBGTQ youth have a higher rate of suicide than the general population, what we should keep an eye out for when we see someone struggling, […]

Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about the effectiveness of cough medicine, when we should expect the start of cold and flu season, a new survey that shows that more than half of adults will not get the new COVID vaccine, why you should get the […]

U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley (D-IL5), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, joins John Williams to talk about why he voted no on a spending bill that failed to provide Ukraine with the funding they need in their war against Russia. Rep. Quigley also discusses the vote to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the need for more federal funding […]

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Legendary Chicago-based author Scott Turow joins John to talk about his career and writing process ahead of receiving the Fuller Award for Lifetime Achievement from the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame this week.

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL 8) joins John Williams to talk about how Congress avoided a government shutdown by passing bipartisan legislation to keep the government open through Nov. 17.

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Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!

It’s Your Hometown day and we are heading to beautiful St. Charles! Jarrett Payton, viral video maker and WGN-TV Sports Anchor and Reporter, joins John Williams to talk about two restaurants (Flagship on the Fox and Duke’s Northwoods) he’s involved with in his hometown and why he thinks they deserve a visit! Jarrett also talks […]

Heather McGuire, St. Charles City Administrator, joins John to tell us everything we should know about one of the best events of the year…the St. Charles Scarecrow Weekend happening October 6th-8th.

Curtis Granderson, Chicago native and former MLB All-Star, joins John Williams to tell us how the Chicago Baseball and Educational Academy is dedicated to providing high quality baseball education and mentoring programs to Chicago youth who may otherwise not have access. Curtis talks about his MLB career, the reason why he became an Atlanta Braves […]

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner talks with John Williams about how poor quality snacking is impacting your health (even if your meals are relatively healthy), what you can do to improve the nutritional value of your snacks, if it’s better to eat before or after a workout, and her protein-packed Pumpkin French Toast Muffin. Dawn […]

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This week’s Mincing Rascals was recorded in front of a live audience at The Second City on Tuesday, 9/26/23! Check out the photos here! The Mincing Rascals for this special show are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Brandon Pope, host of ‘On the Block‘ […]

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.

Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. Kerry talks about how they are seeing more and more caregiver abuse and what you need to know to protect yourself or an elderly relative.

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Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel and Mincing Rascals regular, joins John Williams to talk about Chicago’s effort to abolish the subminimum wage and the surprising results of a poll he administered about tipping. Eric and John also discuss Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey’s indictment and why more members of Congress aren’t calling for his […]