Chicago Business News

Chicago Business

WBBM Newsradio 780's Kris Kridel tells us about the week's top business news, including Gatorade's new social media initiative, which some people are finding a bit too invasive.

Politics

Eugene Mullins

Cook County Board President Todd Stroger's chief spokesman addresses recent news reports that he received more than $13,000 worth of new furniture for his office.

Arts & Entertainment

News Analysis: Reporters in Locker Rooms

An incident involving a TV reporter from Mexico has reignited the debate over female sports reporters in men's locker rooms. Carol Marin talks to a panel of some of Chicago's women reporters about what they encounter in the locker room -- and what they think needs to change.

The Week in Review

The Week In Review With Joel Weisman

On tonight's edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week In Review -- Frustrated cops complained to Chicago Police Superintendent Jody Weis about a manpower shortage; the field of possible mayoral contenders grew more crowded with State Senator Rickey Hendon officially jumping into the race, while former U.S. Senator Carol Moseley Braun, Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr., and State Senator Rev. James Meeks are all mulling bids; and the CTA cut more than 70 jobs in an effort to balance the 2011 budget. And in sports, the Bears won in controversial style while the White Sox choked in a critical series against the Twins.

Guests:

• Charles Thomas, ABC-7 News
• Mary Wisniewski, Chicago Sun-Times
• Abdon Pallasch, Chicago Sun-Times
• Jim Litke, Associated Press

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Cultural Connections

Cultural Connections: Candide

Love prevails in Leonard Bernstein's Candide at the Goodman Theatre. We talk to key members of the creative team behind this highly anticipated musical revival.

• Find out about more about the production and ticket information

Ask Geoffrey

Ask Geoffrey

We find out about a now-empty building that was once a lively center for the arts in Chicago as well as a safe haven for young women in the big city.

• 3Arts
• Three Arts Club of Chicago Friends Blog
• Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority

Science & Nature

Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are back! We find out why they are making a return and what you can do to protect yourself from them.

• Illinois Safer Pest Control Project
• City's bed bug page

Chicago Business News

News Analysis: The Future of Chicago Business

What could Mayor Daley's retirement announcement mean for the future of the business community in Chicago, and what concerns does organized labor have? Phil Ponce and his guests take a look.

Politics

Social Media and Political Campaigns

The mid-term elections are less than two months away. We examine how some of the Illinois races are stacking up when it comes to social media campaigning.