Politics

Asian Carp and the Chicago River

Chicago tour boat and barge operators are up in arms about one of the proposals for keeping invasive Asian carp out of Lake Michigan -- periodic closures of locks and of the Chicago River itself. Our Geoffrey Baer joins us to help clarify this controversial issue.

• Asian Carp Management Invasive Species Coordination Web Site
• Congressman Camp's CARP Act
• Asian Carp and the Great Lakes -- epa.gov

Politics

News Analysis: Quinn's Budget

Carol Marin and her panel take a closer look at the governor's fiscal plan.

Politics

Governor Quinn's Budget Address

Governor Quinn presented a state budget for what he calls "a crisis of epic proportions" and his proposals are already drawing fire. Eddie Arruza tells us what the governor wants.

• Governor's Office press release on the budget
• Budget Briefing
• Text of Governor Quinn's budget address

Politics

Remembering Frank Lumpkin

We remember Chicago activist and labor leader Frank Lumpkin, who died earlier this month.

• Memorial services for Frank Lumpkin are set for 10 a.m. April 5 at the union hall at 11731 S. Avenue O, and also at noon April 24 near the Haymarket Memorial at Waldheim Cemetery in Forest Park.

Politics

Groupon

Groupon, which pioneered a unique mixture of social networking and group discounts, started in Chicago a little more than 2 years ago and now expects to be in 100 cities by the end of the year. Founder and CEO Andrew Mason joins us to talk about the company's quick rise.

Arts & Entertainment

News Analysis: Bruce Graham

We look back at the legacy of architect Bruce Graham, the man behind Willis Tower and the John Hancock Center. He died Saturday at the age of 84.

• Legendary Architect Bruce J. Graham Dies -- Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill
• Bruce Graham Passing -- Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat

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Smart Home: Green + Wired

The Museum of Science and Industry's "Smart Home" is now even smarter. Eddie Arruza tells us about the home's green makeover.

• Smart Home: Green + Wired

Chicago Business News

Chicago Business

It's not just homeowners who are hurting because of a tough real estate market -- downtown office buildings are feeling the pinch, too. Kris Kridel joins us with the details, plus the rest of the week's business news.

Politics

News Analysis: Race for Governor

Now that State Senator Kirk Dillard has conceded to State Senator Bill Brady, the Republican ticket for the general election is set. Carol Marin breaks down the race for governor.