WGN Radio 720 - Chicago's Very Own

Chicago Cubs lawsuit for failed Wrigley Field accessibility

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 01:48 PM PDT

Jim Convery, Senior Counsel at Laner Muchin, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the lawsuit involving Wrigley Field. Jon and Jim talk about the wheelchair locations in the field and obstructed views that are brought up in the lawsuit plus disability rights.

For more information, visit lanermuchin.com

Home Sweet Home Chicago (07/16/22) - David Hochberg with Access Elevator’s Frank Wasilewski, Meg Caswell with Welcome Home Angel, Mr. Floor himself, Igor Murokh, Deck Tech's George Argyri, and Mega Pros Joe

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 11:54 AM PDT

We started off this week's show by chatting with Access Elevator's VP of Sales, Frank Wasilewski who is joined by Meg Caswell from Welcome Home Angel and they talk about how they have partnered to help families who have members with with life-altering conditions or injuries get accessible living spaces. Next, A Mr. Floor himself Igor Murokh joined the show to talk about how to deal buckling floors due to hot and humid weather. Then, Co-owner of Deck Tech George Argyris joined the show to talk about the proper way to stain and/or paint your deck. And obviously, throughout the show, listeners call in asking their questions and getting the information they need for the best outcome!

HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 7.16.22

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 01:43 PM PDT

Lou is back with great advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

New to Lou Too: Canopy Breeze

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 10:44 AM PDT

The Canopy Breeze canopy fan is a rechargeable ceiling fan that is designed to be quickly installed in almost any portable outdoor canopies. The fan comes in a portable durable plastic box that snaps shut and when put together, secures to the top of your canopy. It's perfect for any event that requires an outdoor canopy: think tailgating, youth sports, craft fairs, festivals, camping, and more.

For more information, visit House Smarts Radio on YouTube or www.canopyfan.com

Trial attorney Michael Leonard talks about dismissed spammer court case

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 01:45 PM PDT

Attorney Michael Leonard joins 'Let's Get Legal" to talk about a recent dismissed federal court case. Jon and Michael discuss the foundation of the case which was spamming and what lead to the dismissal. They also discuss deferred prosecutions, whistleblowers, and more.

Reid Millard has the 'Wiener Nationals' on track to bring fun, food and FAST to race fans!

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 05:23 PM PDT

Reid Millard and 2021 Wiener Nationals winner

Driving force in motorsports and owner of the Randolph County Raceway, Reid Millard joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Reid shares excitement for the upcoming Wiener Nationals, bringing great drivers, music, spirits, food and fun to race fans in Missouri. Listen as Reid talks about his lifelong passion for racing and enthusiasm for bringing big time entertainment to the track he took over this year. Reid gives us all the details for the 2022 Wiener Nationals that will include the iconic "Wiener Mobile" as the pace car on track and the "Official Tequila of Raceday", El Bandido Yankee making fans in the stands happy with their signature margaritas. In addition to the action on track Reid is helping to raise awareness and funds for important causes both local and national with support for the Gary Sinise Foundation and our Veterans and First Responders. The racing action will take place on track at Randolph County Raceway Sun July 17th and for tickets, information on events and more check out https://m.facebook.com/RandolphCountyRaceway/
The 2022 Wiener Nationals will also be watchable live on FLO Racing as well at www.floracing.com

Lindholm Roofing’s Assistant Manager | 'It's just a matter of weather and weather depicts our schedule 100% of the time'

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 12:00 PM PDT

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/11/22:  Lindholm Roofing's Assistant Manager Mike Huston to the rescue! Listen in while Mike explains why keeping an eye on weather is so important when deciding when a good time is for getting your roof redone. To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing can do for you go to lindholmroofing.com or call them at 1-800-4-ROOFER.

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Re-do your roofs first before getting solar panels!

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 08:00 AM PDT

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/11/22: Lindholm Roofing's Assistant Manager Mike Huston joins the show to explain to listeners why it's important to re-do your roofs before adding solar panels to it. To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing can do for you go to lindholmroofing.com or call them at 1-800-4-ROOFER.

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Wheeling man sentenced for attempted murder of state trooper

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 10:46 AM PDT

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill. (WTVO) – A Wheeling man will spend the next 57 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for the attempted murder of an Illinois State Police trooper and aggravated unlawful restraint of another trooper.

Volodymyr Dragan, 46, was sentenced Friday--nearly three years after shooting a state trooper who was attempting to execute an arrest warrant for a prior charge of holding another state trooper at gunpoint during a traffic stop.

The trooper who was shot sustained life-threatening injuries, but later recovered and has since returned to full duty, according to Illinois State Police.

"Due to the tireless efforts of the ISP, our law enforcement partners and the assistant state's attorneys in this case, this dangerous individual has been brought to justice," ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly said. "The ISP appreciates the court's strong sentence as we continue our fight to make Illinois safer, not just for members of law enforcement, but for every resident of Illinois."

Dragan has been housed at the Cook County Jail since August 15, 2019.

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988 suicide hotline launches for those facing mental health, addiction crises

Posted: 16 Jul 2022 11:54 AM PDT

Ohio (WJW) – A new emergency number is launching for anyone facing a mental health or addiction crisis.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can now be reached with just three digits: 988. Callers can get help more immediately, and experts have high hopes that the new number that will function much like 911, except it will provide compassionate lifesaving care to those with mental health-related distresses.

Tonja Myles needed help when she was suicidal.

"The first law enforcement person treated me like I was in crisis," she said. "The next one treated me like I was a criminal. This is going to be a game changer."

The number, which launched Saturday, will immediately connect callers with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and licensed, trained counselors.

"Let's say they're feeling suicidal, or they're in a really bad state with mental illness, or that they're suffering from addiction and need to reach out to someone right away," said Scott Osiecki, CEO of the Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board of Cuyahoga County in Ohio. "It is a big problem right now. People are experiencing sadness. They're experiencing anxiety with everything that's going on in the world."

In 2020 alone, the U.S. had one death by suicide every 11 minutes, making it the leading cause of death for people 10 to 34 years of age. Over 100,000 died from drug overdoses.

"So 988 is the right response for the need right now that we're seeing with behavioral health," said Osiecki. "We want people to have easy access to treatment to a referral or just to talk to somebody."

The line is operational 24/7, free and confidential. Police and EMTs will be called when needed, potentially saving countless lives.

"There's nothing to be ashamed about," said Osiecki, "if you're suffering with mental illness or an addiction as well. They are biologically-based brain diseases. We also want people to know that treatment works, and people do recover."

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