Politics
Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week for special pledge programming.
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Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week to bring you special pledge programming.
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All-Star Blues Bash
News Analysis with Carol Marin
The trial of Tony Rezko, former top aide to Governor Blagojevich, is over. Carol Marin and her panel take a look at what the guilty verdict means for the governor and Illinois.
Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week to bring you special pledge programming.
Springfield Update
Governor Blagojevich says the budget passed by the General Assembly is "out of whack" and unconstitutional. Rich Samuels tells us what the governor hopes happens next.
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The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7 pm
Presidential hopeful Barack Obama distances himself from the fiery rhetoric of Father Michael Pfleger, Northwestern University students are lukewarm to Mayor Daley as a commencement speaker, the Chicago Children's Museum claims plenty of alternative sites to Grant Park were considered, a CTA train operator blamed for the Green Line derailment this week, former coach Doug Collins close to returning to the Bulls, and the Cubs and Sox both in first-place.
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Budget & Blagojevich
Governor Blagojevich called on legislators to pass his $35 billion capital improvement plan sooner rather than later. Rich Samuels brings us up to date as deadlines approach in Springfield.
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News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
A new adoption study finds that legislation requiring 'colorblind' placement of minority youngsters should be changed. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel weigh in on the debate.
The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7 pm
Budget gridlock in Springfield, 15 people charged in Chicago building inspector bribe scheme, shocking video at the R. Kelly trial, American Airlines charging $15 for first checked bag, Chicago gas prices the highest in the nation, the White Sox on an eight-game winning streak, and the Bulls hit the jackpot at the NBA lottery.
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Governor Blagojevich
Boos greeted governor Rod Blagojevich this morning at an appearance in Chicago. Rich Samuels will tell us what the governor had to say about his LaSalle Street reception—and other indications of his unpopularity.
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The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm
The Chicago Children's Museum gets Grant Park green-light from the city Plan Commission, presidential hopeful Barack Obama picks up John Edwards' endorsement, controversial cuisine back on Chicago menus, lack of state funding delays badly-needed street resurfacing, the Cubs back in first-place, and disgruntled Bear Brian Urlacher threatening to boycott mandatory practice.
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Foie Gras Served
It's once again legal to serve up foie gras in Chicago. After a two-year ban, the City Council reversed itself but not without some drama. Eddie Arruza reports on why Mayor Daley denied any debate on the issue today.
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News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Chicago's vibrant concert scene might get a lot quieter if a proposal requiring pricey liability insurance and costly licenses comes to fruition in the City Council. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel weigh in on the debate.
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Rezko Corruption Trial
The trial of political fundraiser Tony Rezko is drawing to a close, with both sides preparing for closing arguments. Rich Samuels brings us the latest.
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Indiana's Primary Results
Lake County, Indiana had the nation on its heels last night. We talk to the mayor of Hammond, Indiana about why it took the county so long to release those election results.
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Governor Update
The governor unveiled his program to reduce youth violence today. Rich Samuels tells us about the problems Rod Blagojevich will have delivering what he's promising.
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Chicago Children's Museum
Opponents of the Chicago Children's Museum's proposed move to Grant Park have organized. Eddie Arruza has details of the coalition and petition drive.
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The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm
Presidential hopeful Barack Obama cuts ties with his controversial pastor, lawmakers weighing an ethics bill banning "pay to play" politics, Governor Blagojevich a featured figure once again at the Rezko trial, former Chicago Public School chief Paul Vallas hints at another gubernatorial run, Wrigley chewing gum bought out by Mars, seat rights may be for sale at Wrigley Field, and the Cubs and Sox battle for first-place.
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Rezko Corruption Trial
A former Blagojevich administration official took the stand today in the trial of Tony Rezko. Rich Samuels has details of Ali Ata's damaging testimony.
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