Chicago Business News

Chicago Business

Chicagoan Edward Liddy is getting battered from all sides as he attempts to navigate AIG through a lot of negative press about bonuses. Kris Kridel of WBBM Newsradio's "Noon Business Hour" takes a look at Liddy's background and reputation.

Politics

Governor Quinn

Gov. Pat Quinn has released his proposed budget, which has been met with great criticism and scrutiny. The governor himself sits down with Phil Ponce and Carol Marin to discuss his proposals and many more issues facing the state.

Politics

City Hall Update

Former Streets and Sanitation boss Al Sanchez was found guilty today on four counts of corruption. Elizabeth Brackett has the latest details from the trial and what it could mean for the mayor.

The Week in Review

The Week In Review

Joel and his panel discuss the week's top headlines: Governor Quinn delivers his bad news budget; Chicago Police Superintendent Jody Weis gets a no-confidence vote from the police union; Chicago traffic cameras may be used to nab uninsured drivers; AIG bonuses infuriate the public; Chicago-area Corus Bank fighting for its survival; the Bulls and Blackhawks jostling for playoff positions; and the Cubs and Sox rosters taking shape in spring training.

Guests:

• Mike Mulligan - Chicago Sun-Times
• Mary Ann Ahern - NBC 5 News
• David Greising - Chicago Tribune
• Mary Wisniewski - Chicago Sun-Times

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Viewer Mail

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Time Out Chicago

Time Out Weekend Picks

Looking to get a great workout and maybe meet that someone special at the same time? Laura Baginski of Time Out Chicago magazine tells us how you can do that when she presents her top picks for the weekend.

• Polish Chicago
• Maple Syrup Festival
• StoutFest
• Resolution Resurrection Boot Camp

Arts & Entertainment

Ancient Jewelry

Christian Farr takes us to see the Field Museum's latest collection of ancient jewelry from the Middle East and learns how these very old pieces were able withstand the test of time.

Ask Geoffrey

Ask Geoffrey

Why is the draw bridge on the north branch of the Chicago River always in the upright position? Geoffrey Baer gives us the answer to that and other questions about Chicago history in tonight's edition of "Ask Geoffrey."

• Clinton Street Station

Arts & Entertainment

Understanding Epilepsy

Susan Axelrod, wife of political power-broker and presidential advisor David Axelrod tells her family's story of combating epilepsy and their passion to find a cure.

• Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy

Education

News Analysis with Eddie Arruza

29 Chicago Public School students have been murdered this year. Yesterday, friends, family, and activists went to Springfield to push for tougher gun laws. Eddie Arruza and his panel examine the violence and possible solutions.

• Community Mental Health Council
• CeaseFire Chicago
• Catalyst Chicago