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Mayor Emanuel Defers Infrastructure Trust Vote

In a City Council shocker, under increased scrutiny, Mayor Rahm Emanuel calls off the vote on his controversial infrastructure trust. But the speed camera plan sails through. Paris Schutz has the latest.

Wrigley Renovations

There is widespread speculation surrounding possible proposals to renovate Wrigley Field. When will the public actually see and hear the plans? And how will they affect the neighborhood? We take a look.

Blood Test Can Diagnose Teen Depression

A new blood test could diagnose depression in teens. The co-author of a new study tells us how her research could cut down the disease's social stigma.

 

Chicago Business News: 4/18

Retail sales are up in Chicago and two local firms make big purchases. Kris Kridel of WBBM Newsradio 780 and 105.9FM has those stori

Political Cartoonists

Two political cartoonists tell us how they translate politics into art.

Mind of a Chimpanzee

A new movie about the life of a baby chimp has some local connections. We tell you what they are, as we revisit the Mind of the Chimpanzee.

Aldermen Divided on Infrastructure Trust

Many questions remain unanswered about Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposed infrastructure trust, but he may have enough aldermanic votes to get it approved on Wednesday. Eddie Arruza talks with a panel of aldermen about the controversial funding plan.

Revised Infrastructure Trust Vote

The Chicago City Council approved the mayor's plan 41-7 to find private backers for public improvement projects. 

 

Parking Garage Privatization

Yet another cost to privatizing the city's parking meters and garages: Chicago taxpayers may be on the hook for more than $200 million. 

Touch Technology

Could the touchscreen on your smartphone or tablet actually touch you back? Ash-har Quraishi takes a look at the technology that could add more dimension to how that flat plate of glass feels.

Zoe Damacela

We meet Zoe Damacela, a local fashion designer who's already getting national attention at the age of just 20.

Lin Brehmer’s 20th anniversary at WXRT

We go behind-the-scenes with WXRT's Lin Brehmer, who is celebrating his 20th year on the air as morning drive host.

Hedy Weiss: Theater Reviews

It's being praised as one of the best performances currently on stage in Chicago. Hedy Weiss reviews Larry Yando in Angels in America and three more shows.

Trains On Track For NATO Summit

Metra, Amtrak and South Shore trains will run under McCormick Place during the NATO summit next month, according to the Secret Service. Due to security measures, however, there may be delays. 

Private NATO Donations In Hand

Most of the $36.5 million raised by private donors to cover costs for Chicago's NATO summit are in the host committee's bank account, according to a Chicago Tribune interview with committee director Lori Healey.