Artbeat Chicago
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Gun Control Laws
Citing recent fatal shootings in Tinley Park and at Northern Illinois University, Mayor Daley and other legislators today called for stiffer gun control laws. Rich Samuels has details.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Elizabeth Brackett talks one-on-one with Chicago's new police superintendent, former FBI man Jody Weis.
Life After 50
The aging "baby boom" population faces a lot of uncertainty as it approaches retirement age. The head of the AARP is here with his new book "Fifty Plus: Give Meaning and Purpose to the Best Time of Your Life". Bill Novelli joins us with tips from the book.
Eddie Arruza's Cuba
Cuban President Fidel Castro announced his resignation today after nearly 50 years in power. Eddie Arruza, who left Cuba with his family, gives us his personal reflections about this historic day.
College Tuition
College tuition is rising faster than inflation. A number of schools, including Northwestern University, are providing grants for low-income students in place of loans. But is this enough to ease the burden? We take a closer look.
On the Artbeat
We meet a local artist who moonlights as a sign painter, now at the intersection of his two career paths.
Ships in a Bottle
Ever wonder how they get detailed ship models into old whiskey bottles? We meet Glenn Braun, who's been doing it for more than 40 years. With any luck, maybe we can get him to share his secret. Glenn Braun will be featured this Saturday at the Chicago Maritime Festival. The music featured in this story is by Tom and Chris Kastle.
Commentary
Garrard McClendon shares his thoughts about the choices being made in today's newsrooms.
