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

Science & Nature

Protecting Butterflies

A rare and unique species of butterfly once common in this area is in danger of going extinct. We show you how a local researcher is trying to prevent that from happening.

• Find out more about the Regal Fritillary

Chicago Business News

Chicago Business

Hugh Hefner wants to cover up Playboy and take it private, but he is facing some opposition from Penthouse. WBBM Newsradio 780's Kris Kridel joins us to talk about the ensuing bidding war, along with the week's other business headlines.

Politics

News Analysis: Income Taxes for Politicians

Carol Marin and her panel look at the latest campaign dust-up between Mark Kirk and Alexi Giannoulias and Bill Brady over paying taxes.

Blagojevich Trial 2010

Rod Blagojevich Trial

Ex-Deputy Governor Robert Greenlee took the stand again today in the Blagojevich trial. We have the latest from federal court.