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Update on Cardinal George's Health
Cardinal Francis received good news from his pathologist today in the wake of his surgery last week. Rich Samuels tells us why the Cardinal's doctors are now calling him a "cancer survivor" rather than a "cancer victim".
Racetrack Deaths
The 18th horse of the racing season has had to be euthanized at Arlington Park. Why are so many horses breaking down? Arlington Park board chairman Richard Duchossois says the track is doing everything in its power to find out. Elizabeth Brackett reports.
Race for Governor
Republican candidate for governor Judy Baar Topinka accuses Governor Rod Blagojevich of not following state law when it comes to hiring veterans. Eddie Arruza will report on what each side had to say.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
DuPage County resident Judy Sirko is one of the growing ranks of what experts call "deep poverty." We'll meet her and talk to the Chicago Tribune reporter who told her story.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
A new report from the Chicago Crime Commission reveals the inner workings of Chicago gangs. Carol Marin and her panel, including a former gang member, look at what the study reveals.
World Cup Fever
Our Elizabeth Brackett explores the growing fan base for World Cup soccer.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
There's turmoil at the Tribune Company over a $2 billion stock buy-back plan that's riling key investors. Carol Marin and her panel weigh in on the future of the media giant.
Chicago Tonight is abbreviated tonight due to pledge.
Water Limits
Rich Samuels tells us about projected water shortages in Illinois, and what needs to be done about it.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Author John Updike is here. He'll talk with Carol Marin about his latest novel "Terrorist" and how America is being shaped by post-9/11 forces.
Critic for a Day
We'll review the Chicago-made movie, "The Break-Up" with our critic for a day, PR maven, Margie Korshak.
President Bush in Chicago
In a speech in Chicago this morning President Bush called the formation of a new unity government in Iraq a turning point in the struggle between freedom and terror. Elizabeth Brackett reports on the president's visit.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Today the Chicago Sun-Times unveiled its three-part series, "Roti: Chicago's First Family of Clout." We'll talk to reporters Robert Herguth and Tim Novak about what they uncovered about the Rotis' connection to the Hired Truck scandal and to City Hall.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
President Bush will deliver a major address concerning immigration this evening. We'll carry the president's speech live, and then Carol Marin and her guests will have reaction here in our studio. Guests: Christine Dudley, Peter Giangreco, and Mike McKeon.
Sorich Trial
The latest political corruption trial is underway in federal court. Elizabeth Brackett will recount today's events.
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
Today's Immigration Rally
Police estimate around 400,000 people showed up to today's immigration rally downtown. Some organizers say it was closer to a half-million. Carol Marin and her panel look at both sides of the immigration debate that brought record numbers to the streets. There is no debating, however, the impact of today's events. Christian Farr was there and tells us how traffic, businesses, and security in the Loop were affected.