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Healing In Waukesha

Dec 7, 2021 | nickgale

By Nick Gale, 890 WLS News (CHICAGO) — As the City of Waukesha continues to recover from that Christmas parade rampage last month, one Mother is sharing her story of what happened. Katie Albright tells Ray Stevens on WLS AM-890 that she has been attending the annual Christmas Parade for as long as she can…

Why do people feel sad and stressed during the “happiest” time of the year?

Dec 1, 2021 | mirandaellis

Leigh Richardson gets into why the holidays make some people feel especially sad and anxious and some helpful tips on how to get through it and make this time of year more enjoyable. For the full interview head over to The Bruce St James Show page.

Tiger Woods uncertain about his future

Nov 30, 2021 | bgogoel

Tiger Woods was noncommittal when talking about a return to golf in his first media appearances since his dangerous car crash. Former WLS News Director and golf aficionado John Dempsey discussed Tiger’s future with John Howell, which you can hear on the podcast page.

Chicago Auto Show is Coming Back in February

Nov 30, 2021 | mirandaellis

WLS’ Drive Chicago’s Mark Belik talks to Bruce and Judy about the return of Chicago’s Auto Show. To hear the full interview, go to Bruce St James Show Page.

Do you need to worry about the Omicron COVID-19 variant?

Nov 29, 2021 | mirandaellis

UI Health’s Dr. Susan Bleasdale joins Bruce St James and Judy Pielach to tell you everything you need to know about the latest COVID variant. To hear the full interview, head to the Bruce St James Show page!

5 dead and 40 injured after an SUV plows through a Christmas parade

Nov 22, 2021 | mirandaellis

ABC Correspondent Jim Ryan has the latest on the vehicle that drove through a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin. To hear the full interview, head to the Bruce St James Show page.

Kyle Rittenhouse acquitted on all charges

Nov 19, 2021 | bgogoel

On their fourth day of deliberation, the jury in Kenosha found Kyle Rittenhouse innocent on all five charges. Attorney Dan Herbert joined John Howell to discuss the outcome. You can catch their conversation on the podcast page.

Do parents have the right to decide what books are in school libraries?

Nov 18, 2021 | mirandaellis

Concerned Downers Grove Parent Terry Newsome calls into the Bruce St James Show to share why he believes the book “Gender Queer: a Memoir” should be removed from all Downers Grove school district libraries.

Chicago still ‘rat capital’ of the U.S.

Nov 16, 2021 | bgogoel

Chicagoans have called 311 more than 60,000 times about rats, more than twice as often as New York City. Hear Crain Chicago’s Dennis Rodkin break down the report on the John Howell podcast page

Sebastian Maniscalco is coming back to Chicago December 11th & December 12th!

Nov 16, 2021 | mirandaellis

“I’m definitely relishing every moment on stage because you never know when this could be ripped away again.” Sebastian Maniscalco talking about his new tour, Nobody Does This. https://www.sebastianlive.com/

How are the people of Kenosha doing during the Kyle Rittenhouse trial?

Nov 12, 2021 | mirandaellis

Ramblin Ray and Judy Pielach talk to Kenosha County Sheriff David Beth days before the closing arguments begin in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. If you would like to hear the full interview, head to the Bruce St James Show page.

What do Veterans do after they retire from the military?

Nov 11, 2021 | mirandaellis

“To me, Veterans Day is every day. I don’t think we provide our veterans with enough support as a society.” – Patrick Strogin, Retired US Army Attack Helicopter Pilot – To hear the full interview, head to the Bruce St James Show page.

Prosecution rests in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial

Nov 9, 2021 | bgogoel

The defense team now gets to present their case to the jury. Whether Rittenhouse will take the stand himself is currently unknown.

House passes $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill

Nov 8, 2021 | bgogoel

Joe Biden’s infrastructure bill has passed the House with the approval of 13 Republicans. The bill now moves to Joe Biden’s desk for his signature.

‘Chicago fans want the Bears to win. In Pittsburg, they demand winning and nothing less.’ -WLS’ Sports Guru Rob Martier

Nov 8, 2021 | mirandaellis

WLS’ Rob Martier joins Bruce St James and Judy Pielach to share all you need to know to watch the Bears take on the Steelers tonight! To hear Rob’s predictions about tonight’s game, head to the Bruce St James Show page!

What is Gina Schock from the Go-Go’s up to these days?

Nov 8, 2021 | mirandaellis

The Go-Go’s Gina Schock joins Bruce St James and Judy Pielach to celebrate The Go-Go’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction!

It isn’t a celebration without cake!

Nov 5, 2021 | mirandaellis

Grab a FREE piece of Brown Sugar Bakery’s delicious Caramel Cake on December 14th to celebrate The Bruce St James Show’s first anniversary with Bruce St James, Judy Pielach, and Friends!

Rahm Emanuel confirmation advances

Nov 4, 2021 | bgogoel

Despite pushback from Progressives, Rahm Emanuel’s confirmation as Ambassador to Japan has passed the Senate committee. Two Democrat Senators voted against the former mayor’s confirmation.

Hillside’s 19th Annual Veterans Day Parade is this Saturday!

Nov 4, 2021 | mirandaellis

Mayor of Hillside Joesph Tamburino tells Bruce St James and Judy Pielach about Hillside’s 19th Annual Veterans Day Parade this Saturday starting at 1 pm at the St. Domitilla Church parking lot! To find out more information, head to the Bruce St James show page!

What should you expect from Hulu’s new Rod Blagojevich documentary?

Nov 3, 2021 | mirandaellis

Former Illinois Governor and host of “The Lightning Rod” podcast on 890 WLS, Rod Blagojevich, joins Bruce St James and Judy Pielach to talk about his new documentary on Hulu, “Being Blago.” To hear the full interview, head to the Bruce St James Show page right now!

Downtown shootings are up 220%

Nov 2, 2021 | bgogoel

The economic and cultural hub of Chicago has seen the largest spike in shootings since 2019. Tom Schuba of The Chicago Sun-Times shared his report with John Howell, which you can hear on the podcast page.

80 million workers will be affected by federal vaccine mandate

Nov 2, 2021 | mirandaellis

ABC’s Aaron Katersky talks to Bruce St James and Judy Pielach about the Labor Department’s possible vaccine mandate. To hear the full interview, head to the Bruce St James page!

What is spoofing?

Nov 1, 2021 | mirandaellis

Steve Bernas joins The Bruce St James Show to wish Judy Pielach a happy birthday and warn Chicagoans about the newest scamming trend: spoofing. To hear the full interview, head to the Bruce St James Show page right now!

Adam Kinzinger won’t seek reelection

Oct 29, 2021 | bgogoel

The representative made the announcement Friday morning after the passage of new legislative maps that would have pit him against Representative Darin LaHood. Listen to Chicago Tribune Chief Political Analyst Rick Pearson describe the situation on the John Howell podcast page.

How are small businesses handling the labor shortage?

Oct 28, 2021 | mirandaellis

CEO of Alignable, Eric Groves, shares how his company is helping small businesses recover from the pandemic.

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