We show you how to give your Thanksgiving meal a side of soul. Army & Lou's recipes for bread pudding and lemon sauce Army & Lou's

She was one of Chicago's treasures. Margaret Burroughs -- artist, activist and founder of the DuSable Museum of African American History -- died yesterday. We revisit a 2001 profile of the great lady in which she offers her thoughts on art, Chicago and the women of the world.

This Friday, a lot of stores will be opening their doors before consumers even have a chance to digest their Thanksgiving turkey. How can you find the very best Black Friday deals? We talk to the founder of a popular Black Friday website.

We hear what you have to say about some of our recent stories when we read our viewer mail. Link also mentioned on the show: Chicago Board of Elections Unofficial Candidate List

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

Actor and painter Martin Mull talks about the suburban dreamscapes he captures on canvas. Carl Hammer Gallery (Chicago) Stellan Holm Gallery (New York City) Samuel Freeman Gallery (Los Angeles)

What does a kids show from the 1950s have to do with an important part of Chicago Bulls history? We find out in this week's edition of Ask Geoffrey. More information on Bronko Nagurski and the Bronko Nagurksi Museum Interview with Ted Drake Kukla, Fran and Ollie on DVD

We hear what you have to say about some of our recent stories when we read our viewer mail.

Tyler Perry's new film For Colored Girls is causing some controversy in the African-American community. We take a look at why some people are saying the portrayals of African-American men in the film are stereotypical and inaccurate.

Provocative sex columnist and Chicago native Dan Savage joins us for a revealing interview. Dan Savage at the Chicago Humanities Festival

Cubs owner Tom Ricketts joins us to talk about his controversial $200 million bond proposal to renovate Wrigley Field.

Which is the better band -- the Beatles or the Rolling Stones? In their new book, rock critics Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis settle the score for good.

The countdown to Turkey Day is on. Whether you're preparing a feast or a more modest dinner, don't forget to consider the drinks. Check, Please! Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is here with Thanksgiving dinner-drink pairing tips. See how local restaurants fared in the new Michelin Guide for Chicago restaurants Recommendations for Thanksgiving Dinner:

Bears Alumni Club The Bears got a lot of help from Devin Hester in their decisive win over Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings. Dan Jiggetts joins us our Bears Alumni Club this week to talk about what went right in yesterday's game.

We meet this year's fellowship winner, who is being recognized for starting schools for girls and women in Afghanistan.

On this week's edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: Governor Pat Quinn says his election victory is a mandate for a tax hike, but Republicans scoff at his spin. Danny Davis is chosen as the so-called consensus mayoral candidate by some African American leaders, but Carol Moseley Braun and James Meeks are in the race to stay. The CTA looks at selling naming rights to stations and routes to ease the agency's perpetual budget crunch, and now Metra is considering the same. And in sports, the Bears gear up for Brett Favre and the Vikings. Guests: