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Kim Komando provides some last minute Mother’s Day gift ideas

Kim Komando provides some last minute Mother’s Day gift ideas

May 11, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

Kim Komando, from the Kim Komando Show, give John and Ray some last minute electronic Mothers Day gift ideas to anyone still looking for that perfect gift for mom. Listen to Kim Komando, 7 pm to midnight, Saturday’s on WLS.

Why have we become more politically divided?

Why have we become more politically divided?

May 11, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

Jon Meachum, a writer and Presidential historian, talks to John and Ray about his new book about how divided we are politically in this day and age.

PAWS pet of the week: Brie!

PAWS pet of the week: Brie!

May 11, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

BRIE Meet beautiful Brie! This gorgeous 7-year-old feline is quite striking with her gorgeous white fur and unique pair of blue and green eyes. Just one look and it’s love at first sight! Poor Brie was abandoned by her previous owner, but now has a second chance at finding a loving home at PAWS Chicago.…

Charlie Gasparino’s run in with Gary Cohn

Charlie Gasparino’s run in with Gary Cohn

May 11, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

Charlie Gasparino, Fox Business Network Senior Correspondent, believed he was on to talk about interest rates, but John and Ray had another topic.

Why Chicago’s 19th Ward is going to ‘Paint the Town Blue’

Why Chicago’s 19th Ward is going to ‘Paint the Town Blue’

May 10, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

19th Ward Alderman Matt O’Shea, inform John and Ray of the upcoming Chicago Police Memorial Foundation (CPMF) campaign to Paint the Town Blue by selling blue and gold paper stars to customers, from May 10 to 17, to raise money for the CPMF.

Tom Bevan: How you can see Bret Baier at The Lincoln Forum

Tom Bevan: How you can see Bret Baier at The Lincoln Forum

May 10, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

Tom Bevan, co-founder and publisher of RealClearPolitics, informs John and Ray of The Lincoln Forum: 2018 Illinois Primary Media Panel event happening June 5th, plus whats happening in politics today. Learn more on about The Lincoln Forum event, and to get tickets, click here.

Is big business taking over craft beer?

Is big business taking over craft beer?

May 10, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

Josh Noel, author of ‘Barrel-Aged Stout and Selling Out: Goose Island, Anheuser-Busch, and How Craft Beer Became Big Business’, joins John and Ray to talk about new book, the growth in breweries, and beer.

Honor Flight Chicago takes over 100 veterans to D.C today

Honor Flight Chicago takes over 100 veterans to D.C today

May 9, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

Mary Pettinato, CEO, and co-founder of Honor Flight Chicago informs John and Ray on what Honor Flight Chicago does to pay tribute to World War II and Korean War veterans with a day of honor and remembrance. John and Ray also speak with veteran Ralf Muller about experiencing this event.

Dennis Miller on the Stormy SNL Controversy

Dennis Miller on the Stormy SNL Controversy

May 9, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

SNL alum, Dennis Miller,  gives John and Ray an insight into his days on Saturday Night Live and what he thinks of Stormy Daniels appearance on the show.

Everyday heroes: how you can give back to your community

Everyday heroes: how you can give back to your community

May 4, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

John and Ray talk about some everyday heroes; a man on a jet ski who helped put out another jet ski fire, a Gofundme page that’s raising money to help Glenbard East students injured in fire pit explosion, plus a teen who beat cancer and is now hosting a blood drive to repay donors. More on…

PAWS pet of the week: Brody!

PAWS pet of the week: Brody!

May 4, 2018 | kimberlykaczmarek

BRODY Brody is a gorgeous 8-year-old senior Hound mix with soulful eyes.  His soft, velvety ears and doggie smile make it hard to resist this boy!  Brody is a gentle, affectionate boy who loves going for walks and still has plenty of pep in his step!  He’s hoping his future family loves to stroll around…