Craving WBBM? Your Guide to Tuning in to Chicago's News Chatter (Without Actually Being There)
Let's face it, Chicago. You've got a certain je ne sais quoi. Maybe it's the deep-dish pizza that could feed a small village, the wind that cuts through your bones like a Midwestern Michael Myers, or maybe it's the dulcet tones of WBBM Newsradio.
But what if you're stuck somewhere sunnier (or perhaps less wind-chill-inclined) and that Chicago news fix is starting to gnaw at you? Fear not, friend! This guide will have you tuned into WBBM faster than you can say "traffic on the Edens."
Option 1: The Old-Fashioned Way (But Make it Fancy)
Yes, we're talking about a real, live radio. Dust off that antique you inherited from Uncle Frank (or, you know, buy a new one), and tune in to 780 AM or 105.9 FM. Imagine the smug satisfaction of explaining to your Alexa-dependent pals that you're a connoisseur of the analog world.
Bonus points if you can find a radio shaped like a miniature deep-dish pizza.
Option 2: The App-tastic Approach
Who needs a bulky radio when you've got a smartphone glued to your hand 24/7? There's a plethora of apps that'll stream WBBM right into your earholes. We recommend the RADIO.COM app, because hey, it's free and it gets the job done. Just download it, search for WBBM, and get ready for a news inundation.
Pro-Tip: Stock up on Bluetooth headphones if you're planning on listening at work. Unless you want your colleagues to think you're having a heated debate with a disembodied voice about the state of the Cubs.
Option 3: The Website Warrior
For the desktop dwellers amongst us, there's always the option of heading to the WBBM website. Just a quick Google search away, you can stream the station directly from your browser. It's not as flashy as an app, but hey, it works! Just be prepared for the occasional pop-up ad trying to sell you Chicago-themed socks (because apparently those exist).
But Wait, There's More!
For those who like their news in bite-sized chunks, WBBM also has a presence on social media. Follow them on Twitter for traffic updates that'll make you want to stay home in your pajamas, and Facebook for local news stories that might just make you spit out your deep-dish (hopefully not in surprise).
So there you have it, folks! With these handy options, you'll never have to miss a single traffic report, weather update, or Tom Skilling's dramatic forecast ever again. Now go forth, conquer your day, and remember: Chicago news is always just a tap, click, or dial away.
