Science & Nature
Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn are just a few of the growing number of social networking sites popping up all over the Internet. What is their purpose and why have they grown in popularity so quickly? Christian Farr sits down with two technology experts to probe this trend.
Could there be a delay in the upcoming digital TV transition? Christian Farr joins us once again to talk about the possibility of a delay and he will also answer more of your DTV questions.
The federal government's digital TV coupon program has run out money. Christian Farr explains why some TV viewers could be out of luck and answers more questions about the upcoming switch to digital TV.
What are the energy crops of the future? Rich Samuels tells us about new ways to make ethanol in our "Chicago Matters" series, "Growing Forward."
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
The impeachment committee continued their work today in Springfield hearing extensively from Governor Rod Blagojevich's attorney, Ed Genson. Elizabeth Brackett sits down with former Cook County State's Attorney Dick Devine, the Better Government Association Executive Director, Jay Stewart and Roosevelt University's Paul Green to discuss the latest developments.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
The Obama team released the results of its own internal investigation into conversations and discussions his administration officials had with Gov. Blagojevich. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take a look at the report.
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Chicago Matters: Growing Forward
Rich Samuels looks at the prairie restoration work being done in the Nachusa Grasslands.
Governor's Scandal
Rich Samuels has the latest on the governor and the Illinois House's impeachment investigation.
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News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Elizabeth Brackett sits down with one of the architects of President-elect Barack Obama's historic run for president, David Axelrod.
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City Snow Removal
Snow removal was a hot topic at today's city council meeting. Rich Samuels has the latest on the city's debate over clearing snow.
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Impeachment Proceedings
The governor's attorney addressed the the Illinois House impeachment committee as it continued proceedings today. Carol Marin reports live from Springfield with House Minority Leader Tom Cross.
City Driving
Do city streets seem a bit more treacherous this winter? Ald. Tom Allen thinks so and says residents in his ward are livid. He tells us how the city should restore recent cutbacks it made to snow removal service.
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Blagojevich Corruption Scandal
Rich Samuels reports on the latest developments with the governor.
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County Budget
Cook County President Todd Stroger introduced his 2009 budget to county commissioners today. While he doesn't plan to raise taxes, he is asking commissioners to approve a pretty big loan to keep the county running. Christian Farr explains why some commissioners are concerned with that part of the budget.
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News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Is the economic bailout plan working? A panel of financial experts will discuss this and the looming chatter about the automotive industry also possibly receiving financial aid.
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Chicago Matters: Growing Forward
What are the energy crops of the future? Rich Samuels tells us about new ways to make ethanol as we continue our Chicago Matters: Growing Forward series.
Jennifer Hudson Family Tragedy
Rich Samuels has the latest on the murders of Jennifer Hudson's family members, including reactions from Mayor Daley in Police Supt. Jody Weis.
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City Budget
Mayor Daley's ordering a six-day partial shutdown of city government and unions are crying "foul." Rich Samuels fills us in on the eve of the mayor's budget message.
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8th Congressional District Forum
Elizabeth Brackett continues our candidate forums with Congresswoman Melissa Bean and her Republican challenger Steve Greenberg.
Baseball Fever
The playoff fate of the White Sox will be decided tonight as the Cubs get ready for their first playoff game tomorrow. Rich Samuels has a look at how Chicago is gearing up for the playoffs.
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