A monument on the Midway Plaisance honors a man who was both a professor in Chicago and a president in Europe.

The Illinois Senate passed legislation today that would allow civil unions for same-sex couples.

We get an update on the state of AIDS on this World AIDS Day.

Should midwives, without training as a doctor or nurse, be allowed to deliver babies in Illinois? We have more on the growing debate.

Medical marijuana goes up in smoke in Springfield.

Elizabeth Brackett and her guests take up the debate over police and firefighter pensions.

We hear a performance from a dynamic cello and piano duo.

Carol Marin talks with Rahm Emanuel about his bid for mayor.

Tonight marks the premiere of Geoffrey Baer's newest show at 7:30 pm on WTTW.

The fall veto session is set to wrap up next week in Springfield.

Cash and favors are allegedly "pouring" into many Chicago bar owners' pockets.

The Pope's Maestro
We talk with the Maestro who conducted concerts for Pope John Paul II for 17 years.

We show you how to give your Thanksgiving meal a side of soul.

Former Governor George Ryan's attorneys press for his release from jail. Elizabeth Brackett has the details.

Mayoral candidate Gery Chico unveils a new plan to ensure transparency and accountability in government.