Budget & Blagojevich Governor Blagojevich called on legislators to pass his $35 billion capital improvement plan sooner rather than later. Rich Samuels brings us up to date as deadlines approach in Springfield. View Clip News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett A new adoption study finds that legislation requiring 'colorblind' placement of minority youngsters should be changed. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel weigh in on the debate.

New Corruption Criminal Charges The U.S. Attorney in Chicago issued more criminal charges today involving alleged corruption among city workers. Christian Farr will tell us who the feds are targeting now. View Clip

R. Kelly Trial Opening statements got underway today in the R. Kelly child pornography trial. Rich Samuels will report on what prosecutors and Kelly's defense attorneys told jurors. View Clip News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Brain cancer strikes Massachusetts Senator Ted Kennedy. Elizabeth Brackett talks with medical experts on what that kind of diagnosis can mean.

Governor Blagojevich Boos greeted governor Rod Blagojevich this morning at an appearance in Chicago. Rich Samuels will tell us what the governor had to say about his LaSalle Street reception—and other indications of his unpopularity. View Clip

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm The Chicago Children's Museum gets Grant Park green-light from the city Plan Commission, presidential hopeful Barack Obama picks up John Edwards' endorsement, controversial cuisine back on Chicago menus, lack of state funding delays badly-needed street resurfacing, the Cubs back in first-place, and disgruntled Bear Brian Urlacher threatening to boycott mandatory practice. Guests:

Chicago Children's Museum Proponents and opponents of the Chicago Children's Museum's proposed move to Grant Park clash before the Chicago Plan Commission. Rich Samuels brings us up-to-date live from City Hall. View Clip

The Works of Lorado Taft, 1860 - 1936

Foie Gras Served It's once again legal to serve up foie gras in Chicago. After a two-year ban, the City Council reversed itself but not without some drama. Eddie Arruza reports on why Mayor Daley denied any debate on the issue today. View Clip

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Chicago's vibrant concert scene might get a lot quieter if a proposal requiring pricey liability insurance and costly licenses comes to fruition in the City Council. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel weigh in on the debate. View Clip

Rezko Corruption Trial The trial of political fundraiser Tony Rezko is drawing to a close, with both sides preparing for closing arguments. Rich Samuels brings us the latest. View Clip

News Analysis with Eddie Arruza After more than a decade, the city admits its Blue Bag recycling program is a failure and will switch to bins. Eddie Arruza and his panel look at what Chicagoans should do now and how much it's going to cost them.

Indiana's Primary Results Lake County, Indiana had the nation on its heels last night. We talk to the mayor of Hammond, Indiana about why it took the county so long to release those election results. View Clip

Chicago Children's Museum Opponents of the Chicago Children's Museum's proposed move to Grant Park have organized. Eddie Arruza has details of the coalition and petition drive. View Clip

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm Presidential hopeful Barack Obama cuts ties with his controversial pastor, lawmakers weighing an ethics bill banning "pay to play" politics, Governor Blagojevich a featured figure once again at the Rezko trial, former Chicago Public School chief Paul Vallas hints at another gubernatorial run, Wrigley chewing gum bought out by Mars, seat rights may be for sale at Wrigley Field, and the Cubs and Sox battle for first-place. Guests:

In May 2008, two members of the Chicago Tonight family were inducted into the prestigious Silver Circle of the Chicago chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (the Emmy people). The Silver Circle honors outstanding individuals who have devoted a quarter of a century or more to the television industry and have made a significant contribution to Chicago broadcasting.

Rezko Corruption Trial A former Blagojevich administration official took the stand today in the trial of Tony Rezko. Rich Samuels has details of Ali Ata's damaging testimony. View Clip