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News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
Illinois once again ranks as one of the deadliest states when it comes to drunk driving fatalities on our roadways, according to a report released today. Eddie Arruza and his panelists look at what it will take to improve those numbers.
President Jimmy Carter
We'll preview John Callaway's "Friday Night" conversation with former President Jimmy Carter.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
In a rare move, the 7th Circuit Appeals Court granted George Ryan bail. That means he will remain free pending his appeal. Plus, a decision is expected today on the fate of his $197,000-per-year pension. Guest: Terry Sullivan
Andy Rooney
We talk one-on-one with the legendary "60 Minutes" commentator, Andy Rooney. His new book is called "Out of My Mind."
News Analysis with Carol Marin
It looks like Bobbie Steele will be stepping down and "offering" one of her children to replace her as a Cook County board commissioner. We'll ask Commissioner Forrest Claypool what he thinks of this and the pension pay raise Steele will be getting along the way.
Bears Alumni Club
The Bears blow their last chance to win yesterday's game. We'll talk about the second loss of the season with Super Bowl Bear Gary Fencik on tonight's Bears Alumni Club.
1-on-1 with Rahm Emanuel
Illinois Congressman Rahm Emanuel is credited for the Democratic sweep of Congress. We'll chat with him about the political process, the priorities, and the press.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
What do Chinese business people know about Chicago? Not as much as some local civic and business leaders would like. We'll hear what might be done to market Chicago in China.
News Analysis
In 1994, Newt Gingrich led a Republican revolution in Washington. Tonight, we'll talk with him about the recent Democratic victory, the upcoming presidential race, and his own ambitions for the White House.
Senator Barack Obama today laid out his strategy for Iraq. He calls for a gradual and substantial reduction of troops. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel talk about what else he said and whether or not his plans are viable.
News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
Milton Friedman, the legendary Nobel Prize-winning Chicago economist, died today at age 94. Eddie Arruza and his panel will look at the legacy of one of the world's most influential economists. Guests: Sam Peltzman, Leo Melamed and Joseph Bast
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Judy Baar Topinka not only lost her bid for governor, the Republican party also lost its only constitutional officer seat in the state. In the wake of the Democratic sweep, what is the state of the state's Republican party? Carol Marin and her panel look at the future for the Illinois GOP. Guests: State Representative Brent Hassert, Paul Caprio, Greg Baise
Medicare Senior Hotline
Medicare Part D Open Enrollment begins Wednesday November 15. For assistance or eligibility information, seniors can call the state's Senior Hotline at 1-800-252-8966.
News Analysis with Christian Farr
Chicago's Olympic dreams got a big boost when San Francisco dropped out of the competition this week. Christian Farr and his panel weigh in on Chicago's chances. Guests: Marc Ganis, Philip Hersh
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Out with the old, in with the new... Carol Marin will talk transition with outgoing Cook County board president Bobbie Steele and incoming president Todd Stroger.
News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
The political landscape continues to shift not only in Washington but also here in Chicago. Eddie Arruza talks to two members of the newly elected congress, one of whom had considered running for mayor of Chicago. Guests: Rep. Luis Gutierrez and Rep. Judy Biggert
Voting Troubles
There are still questions surrounding the slow vote count in Cook County Tuesday night. Phil Ponce talks to Clem Balanoff, Cook County Director of Elections, about what happened and how he plans to fix it.
County Board
Todd Stroger claims victory and his opponent acknowledges defeat. Rich Samuels will be here with the details.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Governor Blagojevich is victorious. Carol Marin and political pundits Joel Weisman and Robert Starks weigh in on all the key races.
Melissa Bean
We'll talk with Democrat Melissa Bean about her plans for her second term as the representative for Illinois's 8th Congressional district.
Obama/Campaign Update
Sen. Barack Obama admits his real estate dealings with the indicted Tony Rezko were a blunder. Rich Samuels has the latest on the man whose star power Democrats hope will push them over the top at the polls tomorrow.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Candidates in tomorrow's midterm elections have been citing newspaper endorsements in their TV ads. Carol Marin will pick the brains of the editorial page editors behind those newspaper endorsements. Guests: Bruce Dold, Steve Huntley and David Beery
Campaign Update
The charges continue to fly in the tight race for Cook County board president. Rich Samuels has the latest on that and other key races that voters will decide on November 7th.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Elizabeth Brackett and her panel of journalists take a look at the top stories of the past month and those we spent too much time paying attention to. Guests: Dawn Turner Trice, Lester Munson, Neil Steinberg
Blagojevich Clout Connection?
A ride in a private jet chartered by indicted political operative Stuart Levine was the issue of the day in the race for governor. Rich Samuels tells us why.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
The candidates for Illinois treasurer will be here talk about how they'd handle the state's money. Guests: Democrat Alexi Giannoulias, Republican Christine Radogno, and Green Party candidate, Dan Rodriguez Schlorff
Eat Your Veggies!
Even more evidence is out today that eating leafy green veggies will protect your brain.
We'll hear from the Rush University Medical Center 's epidemiologist with more details.