Bob Conway
Bob Conway joined WBBM Newsradio 780 in August of 2000 as a part time anchor/reporter.
Previously, he spent 12 years at WMAQ in the same capacity. A nearly 30 year veteran of Chicago radio, Bob has also covered and broadcast the news at WLS, WBBM-FM and the former WCLR.
A native New Yorker, Bob attended college on the East Coast, where he began his broadcasting career with stops in New England and New York City prior to arriving in the Midwest.
Chicago Public Schools’ Bond Rating Downgraded Again
One of the nation’s bond rating agencies is out with another warning about the Chicago Public Schools system’s financial future.
Family Sues Over Nanny Who Shook, Choked 15-Month-Old Girl
A lawsuit has been filed in connection with the abuse of a 15-month-old girl by the nanny hired to look after the child.
Emanuel Calls On Homeowners To Install Water Meters
Mayor Rahm Emanuel is reiterating his support for the city’s campaign asking homeowners to voluntarily install water meters.
Cook County Sheriff’s Deputy Says Colleagues Harassed Him Because He’s Gay
A Cook County Sheriff’s deputy has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against his employer, claiming that supervisors have done nothing to stop his co-workers from making his life miserable because he is gay.
Report: Emanuel Considering Hikes On Amusement, Cigarette Taxes
The City of Chicago may be facing a budget deficit of as much as $369 million next year, and reports are now surfacing that Mayor Rahm Emanuel may be looking at raising some taxes to close the gap.
South Suburban School Counselor Fired Over Sexually Graphic Book
A south suburban school district has fired the guidance counselor and former basketball coach who wrote a book that some say crossed the line, sexually speaking.
Defense Set To Rest In Vaughn Family Massacre Trial
Christopher Vaughn’s own blood stain expert agreed with prosecutors Tuesday that his analysis of what happened in Vaughn’s Ford Expedition five years ago doesn’t match the Oswego man’s story.
Report: Major Upgrades May Be Coming To Midway Airport
Some major upgrades may be in store at Midway International Airport.
Warning: Rare Disease Could Leave Dogs Blind
A warning has been issued for Chicago dog owners about a rare disease that could leave their pet blind.
West Aurora High School District In Trouble With DCFS Over Abusive Band Teacher
The West Aurora High School District is in trouble with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services over an allegation involving a teacher.
Report: DCFS Says Budget Cuts Could Be Crippling
The Illinois Dept of Children and Family Services is warning in a published report that budget cuts mandated by the General Assembly are going to have a severe impact.
Deadline Coming For Action By Quinn On Gambling Bill
The deadline is nearing for Gov. Pat Quinn to act on the state’s gambling expansion bill.
Plainfield Officials To Weigh Proposal For Gun Safes In Schools
A proposal involving schools and guns is up for a vote in suburban Plainfield – and it actually involves bringing more guns to schools.
Feds Break Up Counterfeiting Operation In South Suburbs
A suburban counterfeiting operation has been broken up.
Officers Sue, Claim Politics Got Them Cut From Mayor’s Security Detail
The makeup of Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s security detail is the subject of a lawsuit.
Spat May Be Brewing Between U.S. Attorney’s Office, City Council Finance Committee
A legal battle may be brewing between the U.S. Attorney’s office and the Chicago City Council Finance Committee.
Report: Police War On Maniac Latin Disciples Is Working
It has been about a year since Chicago police brass promised to wipe out the Maniac Latin Disciples street gang on the Northwest Side, and a published report says the campaign appears to be working.
Report: Sikh Temple Gunman’s Girlfriend Arrested, Facing Charges
Published reports say the girlfriend of the gunman who killed six people at a Sikh temple outside Milwaukee has now been arrested.
Top City Colleges Official Fired For Lying On Application
A top-level official with the Chicago City Colleges has been fired, just weeks after he was hired, for lying on his application.
8 Volatile Criminals Moved As Tamms Supermax Prison Prepares To Close
Eight of the state’s more volatile criminals were moved Thursday from the Tamms Superman prison downstate.
Most Popular News
- Body Found In Lake Is Missing U Of C StudentAuthorities have confirmed the body found in Lake Michigan early Wednesday belonged to a University of Chicago student who has been missing for a week.692
- Lewis Points Finger At ‘Rich White People’ For School ProblemsA day before the first set of school closings was set to begin, Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis had some harsh words about how the Chicago Public Schools are funded and managed, blaming much of the district’s problems on racism.5989
- Man Shot To Death In South Suburban HomewoodNineteen-year-old Homewood resident Henry Kormoi died from at least one gunshot wound he suffered near home in the 1100 block of 187th Street.112
- State Discontinues Healthcare Funding For Disabled Stroke VictimUnconscionable. That's what a doctor calls a state decision to cut care funding for a patient.311
- Teen Says He Got E. Coli From Burrito At Lombard RestaurantA local teen says he got sick because of a burrito he ate from a local restaurant that's now the focus of an e coli outbreak.158
- Natura Pet Issues New Dog And Cat Food RecallNebraska-based Natura Pet Products has announced a new voluntary recall of multiple brands of dry pet food and treats. The decision comes after a positive test for Salmonella on April 3.7491
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