Politics

News Analysis: Congressional Roundtable

Is housing terror suspects at Illinois's Thomson prison a good move? Will health care reform pass? Eddie Arruza gets some perspective from Illinois's newest congressman, Mike Quigley.

Politics

County Board President Endorsements

Endorsements came out today for Democrats seeking to become the party's candidate for President of the Cook County Board. Rich Samuels tells us who got the nods.

Live Music Wednesday

Live Music Wednesday

He's shared the stage with Mick, Keith, and company for the better part of two decades. We have a performance from Rolling Stones bass player and Chicago native Darryl Jones.

• Musician's Network MECCA

Arts & Entertainment

Holiday Theater

From classic to campy, there is something for everyone in Chicago's holiday theater offerings. A panel of theater critics offers their recommendations for shows you cannot miss.

• A Christmas Carol -- Goodman Theatre
• The Nutcracker -- The Joffrey Ballet
• A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant -- A Red Orchid Theatre
• A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant -- Next Theatre Company
• The Snow Queen -- Victory Gardens

Arts & Entertainment

AccuHolidays

Tired of the same old Christmas songs? A Chicago-based internet radio site is offering up thousands of holiday songs for every mood and interest, from heavy metal Christmas to smooth jazz Hanukkah. Eddie Arruza tells us about AccuHolidays, where you can choose from more than 40 radio stations to help you get into the holiday spirit.

Arts & Entertainment

The Princess and the Frog

John Musker, the Chicago-born director of the latest Disney hit, The Princess and the Frog, stops by.

• Web Exclusive: More of our interview with John Musker

Arts & Entertainment

News Analysis: Nursing Homes

Illinois nursing homes are not just for the elderly -- some are also populated by the mentally ill, criminals, and sex offenders. And for many of Illinois' elderly, it's proven to be a dangerous mix. Carol Marin and her panel weigh in on this troubling situation.

Politics

Senate Debate

Senate candidates Alexi Giannoulias and David Hoffman had an unusually sharp exchange at a debate this morning at the Union League Club. Rich Samuels has the details.

Arts & Entertainment

WFMT's Beethoven Week

Some radio stations are playing holiday tunes around the clock...but our sister station WFMT is devoting its entire programming this week to one great composer. WFMT's Program Director Peter Whorf joins us to explain why.

Ask Alpana

Ask Alpana

Check, Please! host and master sommelier Alpana Singh joins us with answers to your questions about wine and spirits. She also gives us her recommendations for New Year's Eve champagne and sparkling wine.

• Alpana's Champagne Recommendations