Arts & Entertainment
The Charges Against the Governor
We continue our coverage of the corruption charges against the governor.
Read the criminal complaint against Governor Blagojevich.
Back to Work
The governor headed back to work this morning as politicians from around the state and country, including the president-elect, called for his resignation. Rich Samuels takes us through the governor's day.
Republic Windows & Doors
Laid-off workers from Republic Window & Doors continue their sit-in as union leaders, Bank of America representatives and company representatives meet. Rich Samuels has the latest details.
Bank of America Statement Regarding Republic Windows and Doors
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Should Former Governor Ryan Be Freed From Prison?
Should President George W. Bush commute the prison sentence of former Governor George Ryan? Rich Samuels brings us up to date on a growing controversy.
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County Budget
Cook County President Todd Stroger introduced his 2009 budget to county commissioners today. While he doesn't plan to raise taxes, he is asking commissioners to approve a pretty big loan to keep the county running. Christian Farr explains why some commissioners are concerned with that part of the budget.
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Obama's Economic Plans
President-elect Barack Obama says his new economic team will hit the ground running given the extraordinary stresses the economy faces. Obama unveiled his team at a Chicago press conference this morning, though the names had been circulating for days. Elizabeth Brackett has the story.
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News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
The Dow closed down 444 points today amidst job worries and auto industry uncertainties. Eddie Arruza and his panel take a look at this crisis of confidence and where things might go from here.
Crate & Barrel Co-Founder Gordon Segal
Mayor Daley says top area CEO's are warning of mass layoffs in the coming months, and new reports indicate the nationwide jobless rate is at a 16-year high. We get insight from a top former Chicago CEO about what's happening in the private sector.
City Budget
Only one alderman voted against Mayor Daley's hard-times budget today. Rich Samuels tells us why and how many layoffs it will take to balance next year's spending plan.
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News Analysis with Carol Marin
Why is the state 90 days behind on paying its bills with concerns that the backlog could grow even larger? Carol Marin will talk with Comptroller Dan Hynes for answers.
City Layoffs Reduced
Mayor Daley announced today that he would reduce the number of proposed city layoffs for next year by 145 positions. Rich Samuels has more on the announcement, which city officials say is the result of negotiations between labor unions and the city.
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Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7 PM
Joel and his panel discuss the week's top headlines: Politicians are lining up to fill President-elect Barack Obama and Congressman Rahm Emanuel's seats; the CTA and Pace hiking fares; Chicago cabbies threatening to strike; holiday jobs a lot harder to come by this year; nearly forty percent of local homeowners who bought in 2006 now owe more than their homes are worth; the Cubs cut ties with injury-plagued pitcher Kerry Wood; and the Bears head to Green Bay.
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News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Is the economic bailout plan working? A panel of financial experts will discuss this and the looming chatter about the automotive industry also possibly receiving financial aid.
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Chicago Matters: Growing Forward
What are the energy crops of the future? Rich Samuels tells us about new ways to make ethanol as we continue our Chicago Matters: Growing Forward series.
Obama's Transition
Elizabeth Brackett reports on the president-elect's plans as he prepares for his new role.
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News Analysis with Carol Marin
State Senator Emil Jones is retiring and the race is on to succeed him as senate president. Carol Marin and a panel of candidates for the position discuss why they should be senate president and how it could change the dynamic in Springfield.