Category Archives: Recently On WLS-AM

PM Chicago (5/14) – An Unlikely Lakefront Ally & Budget Cuts in Springfield
On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Daily Herald reporter Chris Placek explains why a suburban mayor has become an unlikely ally to the Bears' lakefront plans. Greg Bishop, Associate Edito...
Cumulus Media May 14, 2024

The Closing Bell (5/14) – Summer Jobs, New Tariffs, and Video Games
On today's edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Steve Bernas, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, warns us of some Summer job scams. ABC News Cor...
Cumulus Media May 14, 2024

DePaul University cancels its end of year festival
DePaul University says the event known as FEST was cancelled due to the “current campus environment, “as the pro Palestinian encampment remains on the school’s quad. Students with ti...
Cumulus Media May 14, 2024

Join Us at Patriots Fest: Honoring Our Heroes on May 18th at The Piazza
Legendary country duo Big & Rich John Rich joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into the inside scoop on what to expect at Patriots Fest happening on May 18th at The Piazza in Aurora, Illinois!
Cumulus Media May 14, 2024

Unlocking Skin Health: Mastering the ABCDE Rule for Spotting Skin Cancer Early
Medical expert Dr. Kevin Most joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss what the ABCDE rule for detecting skin cancer is, his concerns about the keto diet, and he shares how to manage arthritis pain wit...
Cumulus Media May 14, 2024

Secure Your REAL ID Before May 7, 2025
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss how to obtain your REAL ID before the deadline, their efforts to reduce wait times, and the possibility of mobile ...
Cumulus Media May 14, 2024

PM Chicago (5/13) – Sports Betting Tax, Cop on a Rooftop, and Illinois’ Best Athlete
On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Jeremy Kudon, a Representative for the Sports Betting Alliance, joins to discuss how the proposed sports betting tax could risk the industry in Illinois...
Cumulus Media May 13, 2024

The Closing Bell (5/13) – Summertime Brews to Try & Why McDonald’s Misses You
On today's edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: ABC's Alex Stone has the details on how McDonald's is planning on luring customers back amid rising fast food prices. Rachel Morrison, Regional...
Cumulus Media May 13, 2024

The long-awaited double-track on Metra’s South Shore line starts running tomorrow
The new double-track runs 26 miles from Gary to Michigan City, Indiana. The 650 million dollar project will dramatically reduce travel times in Northwest indiana. It will also make safety improvements...
Cumulus Media May 13, 2024

‘This is not the Navy Pier from your childhood.’ – Marilyn Gardner, CEO of Navy Pier, on the Steve Cochran Show
CEO of Navy Pier Marilyn Gardner unveils thrilling summer adventures awaiting you and your family at Navy Pier on the Steve Cochran Show.
Cumulus Media May 09, 2024