In honor of Day of the Dead, the Chief Curator of Chicago's National Museum of Mexican Art talks about their exhibit and the traditions of Dia de los Muertos. Find out more about the exhibit
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On tonight's edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review -- Midterm elections are fast approaching and cliffhangers remain in key races. We recap this week's news in the Governor's race, as Pat Quinn tries to close in on Bill Brady. We recount the heated debate between Senate candidates Mark Kirk and Alexi Giannoulias as polling continues to show them neck-and-neck. We also take a look at key House races, and what early voter turnout indicates about how the races will be decided.
What does it mean if your wine has legs? (No, it doesn't mean it's going to run away.) Check, Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh has the real answer in tonight's edition of Ask Alpana. Bernardus Chardonnay, Monterey $20 Joseph Drouhin Meursault, France $30 General Wine and Cheese Pairing Tips:
Another Sunday, another Bears loss. But who's to blame? Embattled franchise quarterback Jay Cutler or offensive coordinator Mike Martz? Former Bear player turned broadcaster Jim Schwantz joins us on our Bears Alumni Club.
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With only 11 days until the election, the candidates for Governor and U.S. Senate come out swinging in their debates; nasty campaign ads are flooding the airwaves and we look at how they may affect voter turnoff and turnout; Tribune CEO Randy Michaels is on the way out in the wake of the alleged frat-house atmosphere at the venerable newspaper. And in sports, the Cubs sign Mike Quade as club manager, bypassing fan favorite Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, and the Bears' porous offensive line spells trouble for quarterback Jay Cutler. Guests:
Elizabeth Brackett takes us inside a new exhibit at The Field Museum that is worth its weight in gold. Find out more about the exhibit
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We hear what you have to say about some of our recent stories when we read our viewer mail.
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Has the priest sex abuse crisis caused Chicago Catholics to lose their faith? The results of a new study may surprise you. We have more on that and on the study's author, the ailing sociologist and priest Father Andrew Greeley.
Blackhawks Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane talk about growing up focused on hockey, handling stardom, and winning the Stanley Cup.
Cubs interim manager Mike Quade was officially named the next manager of the Chicago Cubs. But is he the right man at the right time? We get the opinion of one sportswriter.
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From star athlete to drug dealer to Hollywood? Yes, it's the unbelievable true story of James Keene. He and his co-author Hillel Levin discuss their new book, In with the Devil: A Fallen Hero, a Serial Killer, and a Dangerous Bargain for Redemption.
Devin Hester's last-minute heroics couldn't help the Bears win. We break down the game with Bears great Doug Buffone on our Bears Alumni Club.
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On tonight's edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week In Review: Vice President Joe Biden in Chicago to campaign for Governor Quinn who trails his GOP challenger, Bill Brady, by 9 points in the most recent poll; First Lady Michelle Obama stops here to raise money for Senate hopeful Alexi Giannoulias. Mayor Daley's final budget address to the City Council focuses on closing the budget shortfall by raiding the last of the reserves fund and using TIF funds; murder charges dropped against Lynwood cop Brian Dorian who was released from jail as the hunt to for the honeybee killer resumes.
Our own Jay Shefsky has a new show that premieres tomorrow night at 7:30 pm. He gives us a preview of some of the types of stories you can expect to see on Jay's Chicago. Jay's Chicago website
Acclaimed baritone Thomas Hampson is the star of the Lyric Opera of Chicago's Macbeth. He talks about his ever-evolving career and performs for us.
Bobby Hull was one of the most electrifying athletes in Chicago history -- a Hockey Hall of Famer who transcended his sport. He joins us to talk about his illustrious career, the Blackhawks, and his new book, The Golden Jet. Bobby Hull page at Blackhawks.com Find out where you can meet Bobby Hull on October 14th and 16th
 

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