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Jay Mariotti White Sox manager, Ozzie Guillen, made national headlines last week when he used a gay slur in referring to Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist Jay Mariotti. The outburst drew Guillen a fine from major league baseball and a trip to sensitivity training. Now, Mariotti says the slur is the latest in a long series of abuses he's endured from the Sox organization. And he says his own employer, The Sun-Times, has done nothing over the years to back him up. Phil Talks to Jay Mariotti tonight.
Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Ozzie Guillen in a war of words with Sun-Times columnist Jay Mariotti, winter Midway crash scrutinized, secret clout list unveiled at city corruption trial, gangs migrating to the suburbs, Joliet leading the way in suburban growth, and Cubs hurler Kerry Wood may be done for the season. Guests:
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Olympic Hopeful Rich Samuels tells us Mayor Daley's latest efforts to bring the 2016 Olympics to Chicago.
Gang Arrests A major drug raid at the CHA's Dearborn Homes led to the arrests of 30 alleged members of a street gang suspected of trafficking in a deadly form of heroin. Rich Samuels has details of what investigators are calling "Operation Snakebite."
Cook County Board Rich Samuels reports on what the Cook County Board decided about President John Stroger's political future. News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Prosecutors unveil a 5,700-name clout list at the Robert Sorich corruption trial. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel weigh in on the latest developments.
News Analysis with Carol Marin A new report from the Chicago Crime Commission reveals the inner workings of Chicago gangs. Carol Marin and her panel, including a former gang member, look at what the study reveals.
Emerald Ash Borer While it may look harmless, the Emerald Ash Borer has the potential to wipe out 20% of Chicago's trees. An expert will tell us what it is and what can be done to save the ash trees in Illinois. For more information on the Emerald Ash Borer, click here. If you suspect infestation in your area, contact one of the following:
World Cup Fever Our Elizabeth Brackett explores the growing fan base for World Cup soccer. News Analysis with Carol Marin There's turmoil at the Tribune Company over a $2 billion stock buy-back plan that's riling key investors. Carol Marin and her panel weigh in on the future of the media giant.
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Chicago Tonight is abbreviated tonight due to pledge. Cook County Board Meeting Rich Samuels has the latest from the today's meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners. News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Elizabeth Brackett sits down for a conversation with Eileen Collins, America's first female shuttle commander.
Chicago Tonight is abbreviated tonight due to pledge. Water Limits Rich Samuels tells us about projected water shortages in Illinois, and what needs to be done about it. News Analysis with Carol Marin Author John Updike is here. He'll talk with Carol Marin about his latest novel "Terrorist" and how America is being shaped by post-9/11 forces. Critic for a Day We'll review the Chicago-made movie, "The Break-Up" with our critic for a day, PR maven, Margie Korshak.
Deadly Dam We'll tell you about a controversial solution to a deadly problem on the Fox River. Rich Samuels has the latest on the state's plans to rebuild a dam that claimed three more lives over the Memorial Day weekend. News Analysis with Eddie Arruza Chicago aldermen make nearly $100,000 a year and some of them say they deserve a lot more. Eddie Arruza talks to two aldermen with opposing views. Guests: Ald. Bernie Stone, Ald. Helen Shiller, Jay Stewart
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News Analysis with Carol Marin The federal government has stopped the development of wind power in Illinois because of fears the turbines will interfere with radar systems. Critics say it has nothing to do with national security but rather the whims of powerful politicians. Carol marin and her panel look behind the controversy. Guests: Michael Polsky, Rene Taylor and Howard Learner
Remembering George Dunne Former Cook County board president George Dunne died Sunday at age 93. Rich Samuels brings us the story of a man who, in his day, was one of the most powerful forces in local politics.
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Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Governor Blagojevich wants to sell or lease the state lottery to fund education, motorists brace for Memorial Day traffic, the new King Tut exhibit opens, John Stroger's Republican opponent demands health update, Greg Maddux and the Cubs imploding, and the Bulls big winners in the NBA draft. Guests:
News Analysis with Eddie Arruza In the wake of last weekend's tragic hit-and-run that killed a four-year old girl near the Lincoln Park Zoo, Eddie Arruza and his panel will look at what can be done to make our streets safer for pedestrians. Guests: Ald. Tom Allen, Joseph Schofer, and Tom Samuels French Ambassador Our Christian Farr recently sat down with the French ambassador to the United States to talk about the strained relations between the two countries — and the special relationship between Paris and Chicago.
President Bush in Chicago In a speech in Chicago this morning President Bush called the formation of a new unity government in Iraq a turning point in the struggle between freedom and terror. Elizabeth Brackett reports on the president's visit. News Analysis with Carol Marin Today the Chicago Sun-Times unveiled its three-part series, "Roti: Chicago's First Family of Clout." We'll talk to reporters Robert Herguth and Tim Novak about what they uncovered about the Rotis' connection to the Hired Truck scandal and to City Hall.
 

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