Alderman's Father Charged The father of Ald. Ricardo Munoz was released on bond today, after being charged in a fraudulent ID scheme. Elizabeth Brackett was at federal court today and has the latest details. News Analysis with Carol Marin The spring session for legislators in Springfield ends tomorrow. But the state budget talks are far from over. Carol Marin will be joined by two former candidates for governor to get their take on the political maneuvering going on at the statehouse. Guests: Judy Baar Topinka, Dawn Clark Netsch

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Gambling expansion proposals are gaining momentum in Springfield. Will lawmakers bet on new casinos to solve another budget crisis? Guests: Nancy Duel, Bruce Dold, Jim Tobin

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Holiday travelers brace for major delays, the CTA threatens massive cuts, the feds subpoena Governor Blagojevich's campaign records, House Speaker Michael Madigan rules out a sales or income tax hike, nine new Chicago City Council members sworn in, and the White Sox offense finally showing signs of life. Guests:

Corruption Investigation The ongoing corruption investigation by federal prosecutors may now be closer to Governor Rod Blagojevich. The Chicago Tribune reports that the feds have subpoenaed the governor's campaign fund records. Guest: Jay Stewart, Better Government Association Illinois' Electricity Crisis The utility companies ComEd and Ameren Corp. added almost $400 million to their rate relief package in hopes of staving off a new freeze on electricity rates. Elizabeth Brackett looks at the electricity crisis in Illinois.

City Council Wrap-Up Mayor Daley and new members of the Chicago City Council were sworn in today. Elizabeth Brackett was there and tells us what's on the new council's agenda. News Analysis with Carol Marin Since last year's huge immigration rallies around the country, the issue has been on the forefront of Capitol Hill. Today the U.S. Senate is pushing what may be its last attempt at major reform during this presidency. Guests: Jim Oberweis

Political Round-Up Senator Barack Obama's presidential campaign continues to endure intense scrutiny. Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet joins us from the campaign trail. News Analysis with Eddie Arruza A new study released Wednesday says that Chicago's suburban bird population has been particularly hard hit by the West Nile virus. What does that mean for our bird population and are there any public health threats? Eddie Arruza and his panel will take a look. Guests: Dr. Eric Whitaker, Judy Pollock

Housing Victory Mayor Daley scored a victory today as his affordable housing legislation passed the city council with only two dissenting votes. Housing activists wanted more but were pleased with the first-ever set-aside legislation passed. Elizabeth Brackett has details.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Former alderman Ed Vrdolyak indicted, Governor Blagojevich's controversial tax plan ripped by lawmakers, a guilty verdict in the Brown's Chicken murder trial, former Chicago Sun-Times publisher David Radler testifies at the Conrad Black trial, and the Bulls facing elimination against the Pistons. Guests:

City Council We'll look at the last City Council meeting for six allies of Mayor Daley — allies of his who lost at the polls. News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Gas prices are reaching record highs this year, well ahead of the summer driving season. We'll tell you why this is happening and give you some practical suggestions to help you save at the pump. Guests: David Sykuta, Beth Mosher

Access Living Access Living, one of the nation's leading advocates for the disabled, opened its new Chicago headquarters today. Rich Samuels tells us why this new building soon will be attracting worldwide attention.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Lawmakers busy in Springfield, Mayor Daley overhauls the police review board, former Governor Jim Thompson testifies at the Conrad Black trial, the downtown immigration march draws 150,000 people, and the Bulls brace for the Pistons. Guests:

Senate President Emil Jones' ComEd Ties New revelations about State Senate President Emil Jones' ties to Commonwealth Edison are adding to the debate over the possible re-institution of an electric rate freeze. Carol Marin will be here with the details.

News Analysis with Carol Marin About 300,000 children are used as child soldiers in armed conflict around the world. Carol Marin talks to Ishmael Beah, a former child soldier and author of the new book "A Long Way Gone." Power Struggle The battle over electricity rates continues in Springfield. Speaker Mike Madigan sits down with Elizabeth Brackett to talk about strategies to bring the high rates down.

County Phone Scandal We'll have the latest allegation about insider contracts at the county, and we'll hear what officials there have to say about a firm that doesn't have to show what it does to earn millions of taxpayer dollars. Christian Farr has the story.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Obama dodges conflict questions... Tanking local home sales Suburban student arrested for violent essay. And the red hot Bulls try to ice the heat Guests:

ComEd Rate Freeze Legislative maneuvering in Springfield puts a ComEd rate freeze back in play. Elizabeth Brackett will get details from a ComEd official. News Analysis with Eddie Arruza In the wake of the Virginia Tech shootings comes word that a senior at Cary-Grove high school has been arrested because of violent content in a creative writing assignment. Has the pendulum swung too far? Eddie Arruza and his panel will take a look.