Live Music Wednesday

Wednesday, July 25, 2007

News Analysis with Carol Marin
The NBA commissioner insists that the referee who is accused of betting on games he worked is just one bad apple. But the sports world is reeling. Carol Marin explores the explosive story with Norm Van Lier, Mike Mulligan and Howard Pearl, a lawyer who represented the NBA referee's union.

State Budget Impasse
Without a state budget, school districts can't plan for the upcoming year, state workers don't know if they will be paid, and CTA riders worry about fare increases and service cutbacks. Elizabeth Brackett looks at the impact of the ongoing state budget impasse.

BP Lake Controversy
News last week that Indiana authorities granted BP a permit that would increase the amount of pollutants dumped into Lake Michigan has caused outrage in Congress and among environmentalists. An environmental advocate joins us tonight with more on his group's efforts to get BP to change course. Guest: Max Muller, Environment Illinois

CircEsteem
It's a one-stop shop for youth who love to juggle, spin and catch up on their schoolwork. We'll visit CircEsteem, a program that uses circus arts to build kids' self-esteem, no matter how big a clown they are.

Christian Arts Conference
We'll meet the organizers of Karitos, an upcoming Christian arts conference teaching artists and performers to use their talent for a higher cause.

Live Music Wednesday
Award-winning flutist, bandleader and composer Nicole Mitchell joins us in studio. We'll talk about her newest composition and her upcoming CD.