Blagojevich Trial 2010

Prosecution's Case in the Blagojevich Trial

Yesterday the prosecution rested its case in the Blagojevich corruption trial. Carol Marin and her panel discuss the state's best evidence.

Business

Made in Chicago

The Oscars are handed out in Hollywood, but the statuettes are made in Chicago. That's just one of dozens of well-known things invented or manufactured here. Geoffrey Baer goes in search of some American icons that are made in Chicago.

Hedy Weiss: Theater Reviews

Hedy Weiss Theater Reviews

A provocative new show at Steppenwolf Theater features a remote-control device that can literally change your life. Hedy Weiss reviews that show, a play inspired by the death of Marilyn Monroe, and a musical revue for hard times.

• After the Fall--Eclipse Theatre
• A Parallelogram--Steppenwolf Theatre
• Sweet and Hot: The Songs of Harold Arlen--Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre

Business

The Hard Times Guide to Retirement Security

The Hard Times Guide to Retirement Security
The author of The Hard Times Guide to Retirement Security shares some practical strategies for money, work and living.

Arts & Entertainment

Kiss My ALS

We meet a local woman who isn't letting ALS keep her from working.

• KissMyAls.com

Arts & Entertainment

News Analysis: Religious Center Zoning Debate

A west suburban Islamic group wants to locate a religious center in a residential neighborhood, but some residents are outraged. Is it anti-Muslim sentiment or just a zoning issue? Eddie Arruza talks to a neighbor who opposes the proposal.

Blagojevich Trial 2010

Rod Blagojevich Trial

John Wyma, another former Blagojevich friend and top aide, takes the witness stand to reveal why he turned on the ex-Governor. Elizabeth Brackett shares the details of Wyma's explanation.

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Arts & Entertainment

Plein Air Painters of Chicago

This is the time of year to dine al fresco in Chicago, but it's also the perfect time to paint al fresco. We revisit a group of mostly amateur artists who take their brushes and canvases outdoors to capture the sights and colors of Chicago.

• Plein Air Painters of Chicago

Science & Nature

Rescuing Wildlife from the Gulf

Officials at the Shedd Aquarium have volunteered to help rescue crews in the Gulf region save wildlife caught in the devastating oil spill. We talk to a Shedd official who will be assisting in the rescue effort.

• See what the Shedd is doing in the Gulf
• See what the Audubon Nature Institute is doing in the Gulf