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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.
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.
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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.
Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review
Northwestern University hazing pictures posted on the Internet, Governor Blagojevich allegedly keeping a clout list, stories of political favoritism at the Robert Sorich trial, O'Hare expansion in a holding pattern, zoo and museum tax hike urged, and the Cubs and Sox battle in the Crosstown Classic.
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News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Is your home worth less than it was a year ago? Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take a look behind the reports of
a cooling housing market. Guests: Bill Sluis, Paul Kasriel
Deer Overpopulation
Sharpshooters could soon be pointing their guns at the deer of a local nature center. Rich Samuels will tell us why.
Stock Market Watch
The stock market took a 200-point fall today. Economist Robert Stein talks to Phil Ponce about whether or not that should make investors nervous.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Amid allegations of hazing at Northwestern University, we'll take a look at why the women's soccer team has been benched, and why hazing is still so prevalent in college sports. Guests: Terry Bannon, Travis Moyer and Julie Berg-Einhorn
Chicago Stories
In the first of a two-part story, John Callaway has the tale of former Chicago Cub Eddie Waitkus. His life made national headlines when he became the victim of a dark obsession turned violent, right here in Chicago.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
President Bush will deliver a major address concerning immigration this evening. We'll carry the president's speech live, and then Carol Marin and her guests will have reaction here in our studio. Guests: Christine Dudley, Peter Giangreco, and Mike McKeon.
Sorich Trial
The latest political corruption trial is underway in federal court. Elizabeth Brackett will recount today's events.
News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
Ailing Cook County Board President John Stroger's wife believes it's time for the veteran politician to retire. Now their son, Alderman Todd Stroger, says he's ready to take over, but Commissioner Bobbie Steele says she's a better choice. Eddie Arruza and his panel of commissioners tackle the biggest issues facing the county board, including the question of who exactly is running the $3 billion government.
Rosemont Revisited
The Village of Rosemont began retooling today. With casino gambling most likely not in its future, it's hoping to become a family entertainment venue on par with the Wisconsin Dells. Rich Samuels will show us what's on the drawing board.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Rep. Luis Gutierrez is sounding more and more like a candidate for mayor. Elizabeth Brackett goes one-on-one with the outspoken congressman.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Mayor Daley's former top aide and patronage chief Robert Sorich goes on trial this week along with three other defendants. The feds allege that Sorich gave jobs to people who were unqualified but politically connected. Did the Mayor's Office of Intergovernmental Affairs break the law to cover its tracks? Carol Marin and her panel look at a case that has cast a shadow over the mayor. Guests: Michael Shakman, Thom Serafin and Bob Crawford
News Analysis with Carol Marin
A Fish Tale
It's a huge story in science - the missing link between sea and land animals may have been found. We'll hear from the University of Chicago scientist who led the team that made the discovery.
Author Rich Cohen
Glencoe native Rich Cohen talks about his new book Sweet and Low, a witty, sardonic memior of his dysfunctional family's sweetener business.
Boys vs. Girls
Why are girls gaining more of the coveted spots in Chicago's college prep high schools than boys? Rich Samuels will share the concerns of school administrators about this year's gender imbalance.
Rep. Bobby Rush
Democratic congressman Bobby Rush joins us to give his side of the conflict of interest charges arising from a $1 million donation made by AT&T to his "Rebirth of Englewood" community development center.
Money Smart Week
It's time to get smart with your money. Chicago Federal Reserve CEO Michael Moskow tells us one free way to do so around Chicagoland during Money Smart Week.