Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Mayor Daley's former patronage chief guilty, Cook County Commissioner Bobbie Steele the front-runner to replace ailing John Stroger, Governor Blagojevich's own inspector general rips the state hiring process, Chicago foreclosures on the rise, the Bulls revamp their line-up, and Cubs skipper Dusty Baker on the hot seat. Guests:

Sorich Verdict The verdict in the Robert Sorich trial is in. Rich Samuels brings us the latest from the federal building. What will it mean for the Daley administration and the city's hiring process? Eddie Arruza and his panel will take a look at the political implications.

Cook County Board Update Correspondent Christian Farr has the latest on the saga of the Cook County Board, now that President Stroger has submitted a signed letter of resignation, clearing the way for the Cook County Democrats to choose a new candidate.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review John Stroger anoints his son as his replacement, Senator Barack Obama opines on mixing religion and politics, a proposal to ban trans fats in the city council, the Taste of Chicago opens, Rev. Meeks demands state probe of poor performing teachers, Northwestern University football coach Randy Walker dies suddenly, and the Cubs and Sox clash at the Crosstown Classic. Guests:

Jay Mariotti White Sox manager, Ozzie Guillen, made national headlines last week when he used a gay slur in referring to Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist Jay Mariotti. The outburst drew Guillen a fine from major league baseball and a trip to sensitivity training. Now, Mariotti says the slur is the latest in a long series of abuses he's endured from the Sox organization. And he says his own employer, The Sun-Times, has done nothing over the years to back him up. Phil Talks to Jay Mariotti tonight.

Olympic Hopeful Rich Samuels tells us Mayor Daley's latest efforts to bring the 2016 Olympics to Chicago.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Boardroom brawl at the Tribune, Mayor Daley balks at Wal-Mart wage ordinance, the latest on the Robert Sorich corruption trial, former Chicago city clerk James Laski sentenced, Daniel Barenboim's farewell concert the hottest ticket in town, the White Sox rough up the Rangers, and another Bears player complains about his contract. Guests:

Chicago Tonight is abbreviated tonight due to pledge. Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review New curfew crackdown punishes parents, maximum tax hike for public schools again, an attempt to oust John Stroger fails, Governor Blagojevich airs new negative commercials, Midway airport lands federal safety dollars, and the White Sox battle for first-place. Guests:

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Governor Blagojevich wants to sell or lease the state lottery to fund education, motorists brace for Memorial Day traffic, the new King Tut exhibit opens, John Stroger's Republican opponent demands health update, Greg Maddux and the Cubs imploding, and the Bulls big winners in the NBA draft. Guests:

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Northwestern University hazing pictures posted on the Internet, Governor Blagojevich allegedly keeping a clout list, stories of political favoritism at the Robert Sorich trial, O'Hare expansion in a holding pattern, zoo and museum tax hike urged, and the Cubs and Sox battle in the Crosstown Classic. Guests:

News Analysis with Carol Marin A group of influential business and sports leaders met with Mayor Daley today, feeding the mounting buzz that Chicago could host the summer Olympic games in 2016. Carol Marin and her panel take a look at the chances. Guests: Marc Ganis, Marilee Stepan Wehman and Robert Baade

News Analysis with Carol Marin Mayor Daley's former top aide and patronage chief Robert Sorich goes on trial this week along with three other defendants. The feds allege that Sorich gave jobs to people who were unqualified but politically connected. Did the Mayor's Office of Intergovernmental Affairs break the law to cover its tracks? Carol Marin and her panel look at a case that has cast a shadow over the mayor. Guests: Michael Shakman, Thom Serafin and Bob Crawford

Rep. Bobby Rush Democratic congressman Bobby Rush joins us to give his side of the conflict of interest charges arising from a $1 million donation made by AT&T to his "Rebirth of Englewood" community development center. Money Smart Week It's time to get smart with your money. Chicago Federal Reserve CEO Michael Moskow tells us one free way to do so around Chicagoland during Money Smart Week.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review 1,000 Chicago Public School teachers fired, the city prepares for massive immigration rally, Chicago's convention business relegated to third-place status, the Democratic candidate for state treasurer finally explains his family's ties to criminals, and the Bulls give the heat a home-court thumping. Guests:

Art Show Fiasco The impressario behind Art Chicago won't reveal what almost derailed this year's show - but there's a happy ending for more than 100 exhibitors. Rich Samuels has the latest on a major fiasco in Chicago's art world. Also: Nova Art Fair

News Analysis with Joel Weisman Is Governor Blagojevich's $10 million stem cell plan just a political ploy? Joel Weisman and his panel of pundits weigh in on the governor's plan and other hot political issues. Guests: Carlos Hernandez Gomez, Paul Green and Bruce Dold.