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Karen Conti
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Hear the latest legal news and opinion on the Karen Conti Podcast from 720 WGN
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New law makes it easier to get a cosmetology license
Jun 29Tap to summarizeNoah Bazis, Illinois Legislative Strategist with the Institute for Justice, joins Karen Conti to talk about a new law loosening licensing rules for cosmetologists. Noah discusses the requirements for licensure, the cost of cosmetology school, whether cosmetologists even need licenses, how the new law changes the current one, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8482448/Noah_Bazis_6-28-26_2026-06-29-221748.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Karen Conti Remembering the Speck murders 60 years later .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Lake County sees significant decrease in gun violence .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Michael Frerichs: Benefits of Illinois’ ABLE program .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Will JonBenet Ramsey’s killer ever be found? .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <a href="https://wgnr...
Transcribe →Protecting your child’s well-being during divorce
Jun 21Tap to summarizeDr. Alan Childs, Licensed Clinical Psychologist joins Karen Conti on Father’s Day to talk about how separation and divorce impact children and what parents can do to protect their emotional well-being. Dr. Childs covers how parental alienation can lead to long-term relationship issues and offers guidance on co-parenting and when children may need therapy. If you or someone you know needs assistance, you can reach out to Dr. Childs by calling 708-430-5993 or by e-mailing him at drachilds@hotmail.com https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8467234/Dr_Alan_Childs_-_06_21_26_2026-06-21-221134.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Karen Conti Remembering the Speck murders 60 years later .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Lake County sees significant decrease in gun violence .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Michael Frerichs: Benefits of Illinois’ ABLE program .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Will JonBenet Ramsey’s killer ever be found? .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <a class="article-list__gradient-link" href="https://wgnradio.com/karen-conti/scotus-rulings-on-birthright-citizenship-mail-in-voting/" data-link-type="content-li...
Transcribe →Travel insurance: Is it really worth it?
Jun 21Tap to summarizeJeffrey Ment, an expert in travel law, joins Karen Conti to break down what travelers need to know heading into the busy summer season. Jeffrey explains how recent rules on flight delays and cancellations have improved refund timelines, along with the fine print that can impact eligibility. Jeffrey also discusses handling lost or delayed baggage, travel insurance, rental car coverage, and how evolving regulations are addressing hotel fees and accessibility issues. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8467232/Jeffrey_Ment_-_06-21-26_2026-06-21-223132.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Karen Conti Will JonBenet Ramsey’s killer ever be found? .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} SCOTUS rulings on birthright citizenship, voting .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Lester Munson: Betting scandals, transgender athletes .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <!-- Next line is not the perfect/ideal way to control hiding the items. Can revi...
Transcribe →Memory loss, guardianship, and the risks of DIY estate planning
Jun 21Tap to summarizeElder law attorney Kathryn Casey joins Karen Conti during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month to discuss why estate plans are critical, especially if cognitive decline becomes more common with age. Kathryn talks about memory loss impacting legal decision-making, breaks down the role of guardianship in Illinois, and highlights the risks of DIY estate planning tools and why it’s important to choose the right advocate to manage your affairs. If you need assistance you can reach out to Kathryn at Dutton Casey & Mesoloras or by calling 312-899-0950. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8467231/Kathryn_Casey_-_06-21-2026_2026-06-21-220231.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Karen Conti Will JonBenet Ramsey’s killer ever be found? .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} SCOTUS rulings on birthright citizenship, voting .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Lester Munson: Betting scandals, transgender athletes .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ...
Transcribe →Graveface Museum: John Wayne Gacy and ‘murderbilia’ to die for
Jun 21Tap to summarizeRyan Graveface and Chloe Manon, owners and founders of Graveface Museum, join Karen Conti to talk about their museum and possessing the largest collection of artifacts, personal effects, and documents from John Wayne Gacy and the Gacy case including a rare true crime text written by John Wayne Gacy about his own trial that has been out of print for decades. Ryan and Chloe talk about their museum in Chicago and Savannah, Georgia and how it pays respect to the victims who are often silenced in a true crime’s history. To find out more about the museum or to plan a visit, head on over to www.gravefacemuseum.com https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8467229/Grave_Face_Museum_-_06-21-26_2026-06-21-221029.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Karen Conti Will JonBenet Ramsey’s killer ever be found? .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} SCOTUS rulings on birthright citizenship, voting .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Lester Munson: Betting scandals, transgender athletes .c...
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