News Analysis with Carol Marin
Is Chicago's U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald's job performance "mediocre"? That was the rating the White House used to force the ouster of two other U.S. Attorneys - among eight who were fired. Now the U.S. House has authorized subpoenas in those cases. Three former U.S. Attorneys for the Northern District of Illinois join us tonight to talk about the politics of being U.S. Attorney and keeping the job. Guests: Scott Lassar, Anton Valukas and Sam Skinner
Dr. Helen Caldicott
The Smithsonian Institute has called her one of the most influential women of the 20th century. Dr. Helen Caldicott joins us to talk about an issue she has lectured about passionately all over the world - her perspective on the danger of nuclear power.
Paratransit System
If you're disabled, you might be eligible for door-to-door rides that cost about the same as standard bus fare. Thousands of people use the service every day, but it has its critics. We'll tag along with a rider.
- PACE Paratransit System
- Metro Seniors in Action advocates for better paratransit service
Fiber Fever
Knitting is making a comeback - and with some unlikely groups. Eddie Arruza takes us around Chicago's knitting hot spots to explain why more and more people are picking up needles and yarn.
Live Music Wednesday
Nothing's off limits for sultry jazz singer Typhanie Monique. We'll hear her unique blend of rock and soul-infused jazz tonight.