Politics
Are we living in a society where there are too many frivolous lawsuits? Philip Howard thinks so. He'll be here to discuss his new book, Life Without Lawyers.
Life Without Lawyers
And is Governor Pat Quinn adequately addressing the state's budget crisis? We'll have your thoughts when we read some of your viewer mail.
The organizers of Chicago's Olympic bid made peace today with community activists seeking a bigger piece of the action. But Chicago Police may picket the International Olympic Committee when their members come to town next week. Rich Samuels will tell us why.
Chicago 2016
And Mayor Daley is taken to task by our viewers when we read some of your letters to "Chicago Tonight."
Parking meter prices have recently gone up, and some say available parking spots around the city are also increasing. There have also been reports of an uptick in vandalized meters. Is the city on the verge of a parking meter rebellion? "The Parking Ticket Geek" gives his take on the meter madness.
Has the conviction of former Streeets and Sanitation Commissioner Al Sanchez gotten to Mayor Daley? We take a look at the mayor's entire press conference from yesterday. Then Carol Marin sits down with Chicago Sun-Times reporter Natasha Korecki, who covered the trial.
The ex-governor took to the airwaves this morning as guest host on the "Don Wade and Roma Morning Show." He bashed his successor, Governor Quinn, but had little to say about an upcoming federal indictment. Elizabeth Brackett has the details.
President Obama addresses the nation tonight in his second primetime news conference in front of the Washington press corps. Economic matters are sure to be front and center, and the White House says the president will update the American people on the steps his administration is taking to get the economy moving again. We carry the president's remarks live.
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.
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.
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.
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Closing arguments were given today in the political corruption trial of former Streets and Sanitation commissioner Al Sanchez. Elizabeth Brackett was in court today and has the details.
Gov. Quinn pitched his proposed budget today, which includes tax and fee increases. Are his plans the right direction for the state? Carol Marin sits down with a panel of fiscal experts for more on the governor's proposals.
Activists threaten protests when the International Olympics Committee visits next month and Mayor Daley defends his top cop. Rich Samuels has the latest from City Hall.
Before Chicago tackles big ideas, some civic planners say there are more pressing concerns, namely, education drop-out rates, crime-ridden neighborhoods, and gentrification. A sociologist and co-author of "The New Chicago" discusses the social challenges and demographic changes the region faces.