Cook County Sales Tax Update Cook County Board President Todd Stroger took his quest for a sales tax hike to the county morgue today saying without new revenue, there will be a major backlog of dead bodies. Eddie Arruza has reaction from county commissioners.

Early Voting Update Record numbers of Chicagoans have already cast their votes in the February 5 primary. Rich Samuels tells us who is voting early and why. News Analysis with Carol Marin Carol Marin and her panel take a closer look at political fundraiser Tony Rezko, arrested today for allegedly violating the terms of his bond as he faces trial in federal court next month on corruption charges. Guests: Tim Novak and John Chase

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Blagojevich Update Governor Rod Blagojevich made a hasty exit from his morning press event. Rich Samuels tells us what the governor did - and did not - want to talk about. News Analysis with Carol Marin Carol Marin talks to Chris Lauzen, Republican candidate in the primary race for Illinois's 14th Congressional district.

Stock Market Watch The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by three-quarters of a percentage point today. That's the largest one-time cut since October 1984. We take a look at what this means for your wallet. Guest: Terry Savage

Remembering Chicago's Leaders We look back at life and legacy of John Stroger and Eugene Sawyer. News Analysis with Carol Marin We begin our series of candidate forums with the Democratic candidates vying to unseat incumbent Mark Kirk in the 10th Congressional district. Guests: Dan Seals and Jay Footlik.

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Mass Transit Vote Carol Marin is live from Springfield with the very latest on today's mass transit bailout vote and what the Illinois General Assembly is saying about the governor's last minute "sweetening" of its original bill. News Analysis with Eddie Arruza The last 6 months in Springfield have been among the most rancorous of times in recent memory. And Governor Blagojevich has been at the center of the storm. Eddie Arruza and his panel look at the governor's governing style.

Mass Transit Funding There were multiple pleas to Illinois legislators today to sign off on the governor's version of the transit funding bill that would give free rides to seniors. Will Sunday's "doomsday" be averted? Rich Samuels has the latest from Chicago and Carol Marin is live in Springfield.

Mass Transit Funding Update Governor Blagojevich says he will sign a mass transit bailout that includes a tax increase but he wants senior citizens to ride for free. Elizabeth Brackett has details on a busy day in Springfield. News Analysis with Eddie Arruza Reports are in today about the strength of consumer spending during the holiday season. The short answer is spending was down. But is the news all bad? And what does it mean for the larger economy? Eddie Arruza and his panel weigh in. Guests: Robert Stein and Diane Swonk.

New Top Cop Chicago has a new police superintendent. Rich Samuels tells us more about Jody Weis and the one alderman who voted against his confirmation. News Analysis with Carol Marin Hillary Clinton pulled off a surprise upset against Barack Obama last night in New Hampshire. Carol Marin and her panel examine what happened and what is likely to transpire before the Illinois primary on February 5.

Chicago Police Update Mayor Daley's choice for Chicago's new top cop submits to a grilling from city aldermen. Rich Samuels has details.

The Week in Review at 7pm Tonight on a special edition of the program we gaze into the 2008 crystal ball. What lies ahead for the city and state in government, politics, business, sports, the arts, and more? Will it be a prosperous, scandalous, or problematic year? Our panel of all-star journalists weigh in on the big stories of the new year. Guests

Iowa Caucuses The Iowa caucuses are underway. Eddie Arruza talks to one Chicago political blogger who doesn't think much about all the attention given to our neighboring state. Guest: Scott Jacobs, TheWeekBehind.com News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Lake Michigan's water levels have reached record lows in recent weeks. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel look at why and what can be done to improve the situation. Guests: Steven Forman and Joel Brammaier.

Iowa Caucus Countdown Presidential candidates make their pitches to win over voters in the final hours before the Iowa caucuses tomorrow. Carol Marin joins us with more, live from Iowa. News Analysis with Eddie Arruza Governor Blagojevich again called legislators into special session today to deal with mass transit funding issues. But is it too little late? Eddie Arruza and his panel take a closer look. Guests: Chris Fusco and Kristen McQueary.

Bhutto Assassination The assassination of Pakistani opposition leader Benazir Bhutto has major implications both inside Pakistan and around the world. We'll look at what's next for Pakistan. Smoke-Free Chicago Illinois' new restrictive smoking ban goes into effect next Tuesday. How are smokers planning to cope? And what effect will it have on local businesses? Elizabeth Brackett has the story. More information and tips on quitting: