Blagojevich Trial 2011
Defense Attorneys on Blagojevich Retrial
It's now a waiting game as jurors in the retrial of Rod Blagojevich finish their second day of deliberations. Two of the former governor's defense attorneys join us to discuss everything that went on and how they're feeling now that it's almost over.
The Week in Review
The Week in Review with Joel Weisman
This week on Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review, new top cop Garry McCarthy is beefing up police presence in the wake of mobs of thugs, who are quickly converging and dispersing, robbing shoppers and tourists in the Near North and downtown areas. Former Gov. Rod Blagojevich's case goes to the jury after a tough cross-examination and closing arguments. Gov. Pat Quinn threatens to shut down the summer road construction season to get legislators back to the bargaining table in Springfield. And in sports, losing records for the Cubs and White Sox spell trouble for the rest of the season.
Guests:
- Mike Flannery, Fox News Chicago
- Kristen Mack, Chicago Tribune
- Abdon Pallasch, Chicago Sun-Times
- Fred Mitchell, Chicago Tribune
More on the Story:
Cultural Connections
Cultural Connections: Max ZT
It's hammer-time when a master of the hammered dulcimer joins us for an in-studio performance.
Ask Geoffrey
Ask Geoffrey
One of our viewers was curious about a unique bridge in Hoffman Estates. Geoffrey Baer is here with some answers in this week's Ask Geoffrey.
Blagojevich Trial 2011
Case Goes to Jury in Blagojevich Retrial
The fate of former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich is now in the hands of the jury. The prosecution and defense teams finished their closing arguments Thursday afternoon. Elizabeth Brackett was in court and has the story.
Blagojevich Trial 2011
Closing Arguments Begin in Blagojevich Retrial
It's nearly a wrap. The prosecution and defense in the corruption retrial of Rod Blagojevich both rested their cases today, and the prosecution began its closing argument. Elizabeth Brackett was in court for it all and reports back with the details.
Ask Alpana
Ask Alpana: Summer Drinks
With temperatures creeping toward the 100-degree mark, how does a beer shake sound? Check Please! Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh tells us about a trending summer drink.
Alpana’s Picks for Starter Wines for New Wine Drinkers
- Rose: Crios Rose of Malbec, Argentina $10.99 - “It has bright cranberry and raspberry flavors with a really vibrant, juicy almost sweet finish. This is a good stepping stone for getting in to red wines.”
- Riesling: Mirassou Riesling, California $7.99 - “Features flavors of green apples, honeysuckle and sweet peaches.”
Spice and Herb-Infused Liquors
Health
Cell Phones & Cancer Risk
Do cell phones cause cancer? And what exactly does the World Health Organization have to say about it? A Chicago scientist who contributed to the latest report joins us to clarify the findings.
- More on the Story: Tips to reduce cell phone radiation exposure
- Are you concerned about possible cancer risk from cell phones?
- Scientist David McCormick's bio and research
- WHO press release
- National Cancer Institute Fact Sheet: Cell Phones & Cancer Risk
- American Cancer Society: Cancer Causes: Cell Phones
- Environmental Working Group: Cell Phone Radiation Exposure
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