Eddie Arruza and his panel look at how far the new pension rules will go in slowing down the state's river of red ink.

A world-class architectural historian calls architect Mies Van Der Rohe "a parasite." Geoffrey Baer introduces us to historian Vincent Scully, and we'll hear what other surprising things he has to say about Chicago architects and architecture.

If you miss curling now that the Olympics are over, you're in luck. Chicago is playing host to the USA Mixed National Championship this week. We'll teach you the lingo and show you some curling pointers. USA Mixed National Championship schedule For more information about curling in Chicago

She's the cultural icon behind the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and has served as its Artistic Director for 20 years, but Judith Jamison is now retiring. She'll join us to talk about what's next for her and her company. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater website

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Live Music Wednesday We have a performance from the cast of the Writers' Theatre production of Oh, Coward!, which celebrates the songs of the legendary playwright and composer Noel Coward.

School Funding A lawsuit has been filed against the state of Illinois because of the way it funds education. Elizabeth Brackett brings us the details of the case, which argues that funding schools mostly with property tax revenue is unfair and unequal.

CTA Art We find out how riding the CTA can lead you to some of the city's most colorful pieces of public art. Map of CTA Art

The Street Stops Here A new documentary profiles legendary New Jersey High School Basketball coach Bob Hurley. He joins us to talk about the new film and more. The Street Stops Here

We meet a pair of photographers who taught a generation of students how to capture the city.

We hear from the author of a provocative new book, The History of White People.

The Field Museum's exhibit on diamonds closes on Sunday, and the permanent Grainger Hall of Gems exhibit was recently given a new look. We talk to two people who helped design the exhibits. The Nature of Diamonds

We talk to the local founders of a website that provides free, personal fundraising pages for people who want to raise money for others. GiveForward.org

Joel and his panel discuss the week's top headlines; Governor Quinn wants lawmakers to work during their spring break to vote on his tax hike; teachers accuse Chicago Public Schools chief Ron Huberman of using scare tactics during the budget crisis; Chicago's unemployment rate is now nearly 12 percent; full body scanners arrive at O'Hare Airport; and the Bulls and Blackhawks playoff push is stalled by major injuries. Guests:

St. Patrick's Day is nearly here. "Check, Please!" host and master sommelier Alpana Singh joins us with her picks for St. Paddy's Day to make sure your glass doesn't go empty. Alpana's St. Patrick's Day Drink Recommendations

Joel and his panel discuss the week's top headlines: Governor Quinn calls for a 33% income tax hike; CTA drivers are among the highest paid in the country; a racist yard sign infuriates neighbors; one of Chicago's underperforming public high schools is in the middle of a scandal where grades were allegedly inflated; and Derrick Rose is the latest Bulls player to be battling an injury. Guests: