He's shared the stage with Mick, Keith, and company for the better part of two decades. We have a performance from Rolling Stones bass player and Chicago native Darryl Jones. Musician's Network MECCA

Illinois nursing homes are not just for the elderly -- some are also populated by the mentally ill, criminals, and sex offenders. And for many of Illinois' elderly, it's proven to be a dangerous mix. Carol Marin and her panel weigh in on this troubling situation.

John Musker, the Chicago-born director of the latest Disney hit, The Princess and the Frog, stops by. Web Exclusive: More of our interview with John Musker

Tired of the same old Christmas songs? A Chicago-based internet radio site is offering up thousands of holiday songs for every mood and interest, from heavy metal Christmas to smooth jazz Hanukkah. Eddie Arruza tells us about AccuHolidays, where you can choose from more than 40 radio stations to help you get into the holiday spirit.

From classic to campy, there is something for everyone in Chicago's holiday theater offerings. A panel of theater critics offers their recommendations for shows you cannot miss.

We've convened a panel of book lovers to help you choose the best books to give -- and read -- this holiday season. Al Gini's List

Check, Please! host and master sommelier Alpana Singh joins us with answers to your questions about wine and spirits. She also gives us her recommendations for New Year's Eve champagne and sparkling wine. Alpana's Champagne Recommendations

Some radio stations are playing holiday tunes around the clock...but our sister station WFMT is devoting its entire programming this week to one great composer. WFMT's Program Director Peter Whorf joins us to explain why.

The Bears' slim playoff hopes are officially dead thanks to interceptions, penalties, and a costly coaching move. We recap yesterday's defeat at the hands of the rival Packers with former Bear Glen Kozlowski.

Do you have room in your life for a retiring greyhound? We tell you about the closing of Wisconsin's last greyhound-racing facility and its dozens of dogs now in need of new homes. Greyhound Adoption Greyhounds Only, Inc.

We show you why a cutting-edge Chicago improv duo is now the subject of a documentary. TJ & Dave Trust Us, This is All Made Up Trust Us, Host a Screening

The search for Asian carp continues even closer to Lake Michigan than last week as Illinois braces itself for a lawsuit from Michigan. Rich Samuels has the latest on the carp hunt. Then, Carol Marin and her guest look for a solution that will save the Great Lakes from this and other invasive species.

A once wildly popular televangelist whose revelation about hell sparked controversy, Carlton Pearson is now the interim head minister at a prominent South Side church. We learn more about him and the new storm brewing.

The good news: the Bears won. The bad news: their opponent was the lowly St. Louis Rams. We recap the game with former Bears offensive lineman Dennis Lick.

Members of an international rapid response team are removing poisoned fish by the thousands from the Sanitary and Ship Canal. Will Asian carp be among them? And are there better ways to stop the spread of invasive species? Rich Samuels brings us the latest on a growing controversy.

Will Bonnie Hunt become the new Oprah? Elizabeth Brackett talks to the Chicago-born talk show host about her future, and the future of her show.