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CHA Relocations Linked to Higher Crime

More than a decade after Chicago Housing Authority demolitions, how are displaced residents affecting their new neighborhoods? A new study may have answers.

Modern Classical Music

Mozart. Beethoven. Radiohead? What is modern classical music, and what are its influences? We talk with one of today's modern classical composers.

Viewer Mail: 4/5

We asked what you thought about Mayor Emanuel's proposal to create the Chicago Infrastructure Trust. Is it a good idea or a scam?

NATO Protesters Reach Deal with City

After a series of legal tussles, the city and NATO protest groups agreed to a protest march route for the first day of the international summit.

 

Recycling in Chicago

When it comes to picking up residential recycling in Chicago, private companies do it cheaper.

Doctors Recommend Fewer Tests for Patients

Is your doctor ordering unnecessary tests? Are there always benefits to all the medical tests patients get? We take a look.

Bright Automotive

The electric vehicle industry has been touted as a way to reduce dependence on foreign oil, create jobs, and save the environment. But an Indiana company that promised a plug-in hybrid van with 100 miles to the gallon just closed its doors. Elizabeth Brackett tells us why.

Chicago Business News: 4/3

Oops, they did it again! Accounting problems trip up Groupon -- sending the stock to a new low.

The Power of Habit

New York Times reporter Charles Duhigg joins us to discuss his new book: The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do In Life And Business.

Albany Park Theater Project

Kids in Albany Park confront difficult themes on stage. We go behind-the-scenes at the innovative Albany Park Theater Project.

Lon Monk Sentenced

Lon Monk, top aide and close friend of former Illinois Gov.

Cook County's New Wellness Program

An employee wellness program, a contentious county jail contract and a face-off over county road funding. We talk to Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle about these issues and more.

Aldermen Question Infrastructure Trust

After being briefed on the mayor's infrastructure trust proposal, some aldermen say they have more questions than answers. Paris Schutz has the latest.

Autism Awareness

Autism rates have dramatically increased over the past 10 years. Why the jump? And why are boys more susceptible to autism? We take a look.

Google & The Art Institute

The search for art and access has led Google to the Art Institute of Chicago. We explain.