Obama in the Headlines Sen. Barack Obama said today that America can still play the role of preeminent world leader. But it was local politics that got him in trouble on the Sun-Times' front page. New ties between indicted power broker Tony Rezko and Obama have surfaced. Elizabeth Brackett reports.

Shooter's Manifesto The multimedia manifesto sent to NBC by the Virginia Tech shooter is raising some tough questions. Should the videos be shown? Are the images too disturbing? Or are they newsworthy? We'll examine the issues. Guests: Dr. Carl Bell, Bruce Evensen

Aldermanic Runoffs City Hall will look a lot different this May as a result of yesterday's election. We'll analyze the role labor unions had on the races. Also, how will Mayor Daley fare with the new city council makeup? Plus we'll talk to some of yesterday's big winners. Guests: Bob Fioretti, Pat Dowell, Sharon Denise Dixon and Scott Waguespack. Also: Greg Hinz, Cindi Canary

News Analysis with Christian Farr Part of Mayor Daley's Olympic dream became a reality this weekend after Chicago beat L.A. Now that we're in the running for the games, just how beneficial would it be to host the 2016 Olympics? Guests: Marilee Stepan Wehman, 1952 Olympian; Rob Baade, Lake Forest College; Ben Shields, co-author, "The Elusive Fan"

Virginia Tech Shooting A deadly shooting rampage at Virginia Tech University has claimed at least 32 people and wounded dozens, making it the deadliest gun massacre in U.S. history. How safe are our public spaces and how can we better protect ourselves from such a tragedy? News Analysis with Carol Marin Mayor Daley is celebrating this weekend's announcement that Chicago will be the U.S. applicant for the Olympics in 2016. But is it all good news? Carol Marin will talk cost with Chicago 2016 Committee Chairman Pat Ryan.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman CBS and MSNBC pull the plug on Don Imus, Chicago's aldermanic runoff election on Tuesday, Mayor Daley makes final pitch for the Olympics, public school teachers furious over lost laptops, the Cubs and Sox in action, and the Bulls accused of running up the score for Big Macs. Guests:

City Council Debrief Chicago's City Council today signed off on a deal that would end court supervision of city hiring. Meanwhile, Mayor Daley prepared for a do-or-die presentation to the U.S. Olympics Committee. Rich Samuels has the latest from City Hall, including some pre-election mud slinging.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Senator Barack Obama raises $25 million for presidential run, Chicago Police Superintendent Phil Cline announces retirement, Sam Zell buys the Tribune Company, Brown Line repairs begin, and the Cubs and Sox open a new season. Guests:

News Analysis with Eddie Arruza The candidates in Chicago's 35th ward runoff election will square off tonight. Incumbent Rey Colon and challenger Vilma Colom have been rivals for the last decade. Eddie Arruza talks with the candidates about crime, development and the big box issue.

32nd Ward Runoff Election The 32nd ward has undergone many changes due to gentrification in recent years. The changing face of the ward is central to the debate in the aldermanic race. In our ongoing series of aldermanic forums in advance of the April 17th run-off election, we'll talk to incumbent alderman Ted Matlak and challenger Scott Waguespack.

Police Superintendent Retires After a week of intense scrutiny over his handling of two incidents involving off-duty police officers in bar brawls, Chicago Police Superintendent Phil Cline announced his retirement today, 7 months ahead of when he was initially set to step down. The superintendent's announcement came after he met with Mayor Daley this morning. Did the Mayor push Superintendent Cline into early retirement and who may be next in line to be Chicago's top cop? Elizabeth Brackett will have the story.

News Analysis with Carol Marin The man behind former governor George Ryan's conviction is going into private practice. Patrick Collins talks one-on-one with Carol Marin about his past, present, and future. Coal & Global Warming Rich Samuels reports on the battle against global warming and what coal-fired power plants are doing to reduce carbon-dioxide emissions.

The Week in Review A savage beating by an off-duty Chicago cop caught on video, Mayor Daley's former aide indicted on hiring fraud charges, 4,000 anti-war protesters march downtown, Airbus lands their brand-new double-decker jet at O'Hare, Blue Line repairs could cost $100 million and take 3 years to complete, and the Cubs and Sox can't wait for Opening Day. Guests:

Federal Indictments U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald reacts to his recent "mediocre" job rating and announces the indictment of a former top Chicago city official. Rich Samuels reports on today's double header at the federal building.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman The Bears Tank Johnson jailed, Chicago's postal service the worst in the nation, the City Council approves Olympic guarantee, Curie High School principal fights dismissal, media mogul Conrad Black on trial here, and the Cubs and Sox set to open a new season in just a couple of weeks. Guests:

Conrad Black Trial Begins The trial of the man accused of plundering the Sun-Times began today. Rich Samuels was there and has an update. News Analysis with Carol Marin The Chicago City Council today overwhelmingly passed a measure putting the city's taxpayers on the hook for $500 million if the Olympic Games come to Chicago, and if there are cost overruns. Carol Marin and her panel take a closer look.