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News Analysis with Carol Marin
The governor has called the General Assembly back to Springfield for a two-day special session starting Wednesday to address state budget and funding issues. Carol Marin and her panel take a look at the challenges lawmakers will face.
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Governor Update
Governor Blagojevich doubts legislators will plug a $2 billion hole in the state's proposed budget by a July 9 deadline. Rich Samuels brings us up to date on the budget crisis.
U.S. Supreme Court Gun Ruling
Local reaction to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling striking down Washington D.C.'s gun ban was swift. Mayor Daley called it "a very dangerous decision." Rich Samuels reports on what others – both pro and con – had to say.
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O'Hare Flight Caps
The FAA today says the days of caps on hourly landings at O'Hare Airport are numbered. Rich Samuels tells us why and brings us up-to-date on the O'Hare expansion.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled last week that detainees held in Guatanamo Bay have rights under the U.S. constitution. Carol Marin and her panel examine what the ruling means.
Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week for special pledge programming.
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New Corruption Criminal Charges
The U.S. Attorney in Chicago issued more criminal charges today involving alleged corruption among city workers. Christian Farr will tell us who the feds are targeting now.
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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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Chicago Children's Museum
Proponents and opponents of the Chicago Children's Museum's proposed move to Grant Park clash before the Chicago Plan Commission. Rich Samuels brings us up-to-date live from City Hall.
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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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News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
After more than a decade, the city admits its Blue Bag recycling program is a failure and will switch to bins. Eddie Arruza and his panel look at what Chicagoans should do now and how much it's going to cost them.