We learn about some new applications for the iPhone that were created right here in Chicago. Guests: Eric Benderoff - Editorial consultant for Appolicious.com John Haney - Inventor of the Flashlight iPhone application Additional Resources

A controversy has intensified over a proposed wind farm in DeKalb County. Rich Samuels tells us why, as we continue this year's Chicago Matters series. NextExtra Energy Rhodes School Wind Turbine blog

A car that gets 230 miles per gallon--that's the claim General Motors is making regarding the highly anticipated Chevy Volt. The Volt will run partially on electricity, but is it the vehicle that will revolutionize the way we drive? Eddie Arruza and his panel take up the future of the electric car.

There's a new way to treat Iraq War veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. It's a 3-D simulator and it's the first of its kind in Illinois. We see how it works and how it's helping.

How young is too young for a child to have a cell phone? We talk with experts about this new reality. Read more trends from the report (PDF) C&R Research, the firm which conducted the study

There is a remarkable new eco-friendly house in the Ravenswood neighborhood that recycles its water and generates more electricity than it will ever use. Geoffrey Baer takes us on a tour of this home of the future. Tours at Zero Net Energy House

Christian Farr explores how deconstruction is keeping reusable building materials out of landfills.

This man's creation may look like something out of a science fiction movie, but Greg Zanis believes his pyramid-shaped car could help solve the nation's fuel problems. Christian Farr goes for a ride and finds out why. DreamCar123.com: Photos, videos and more info

An 84-year-old scientist from the University of Chicago will be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom this year. We meet renowned geneticist Janet Rowley, whose breakthrough research has led to a better understanding of what causes cancer. Univ. of Chicago press release: Rowley awarded Gruber Genetics Prize for cancer research

The Ultimate Guide to America's Weather What's up with the weather? August is almost here and it feels as if we've barely had summer. We talk to the author of the new book, The AMS Weather Book:The Ultimate Guide to America's Weather, about what is causing this unusually cool weather pattern. Sample pages and additional information

A unique type of conference is coming to Chicago, and it is all about women and the Internet. Christian Farr takes us inside the BlogHer conference, and lets us know why these women bloggers are coming together.

Have you ever wondered what happens to embryos left over after a successful round of in vitro fertilization? We explore the answer to this question and the many controversies it has spurred.

In our Chicago Matters series, we are profiling some of the area's most interesting innovators. We meet the man known as the father of "carbon trading," Richard Sandor. Chicago Climate Exchange

Forty years after the Apollo 11 launch, we look at the inspiring legacy of the lunar missions and talk to an astronomer about the potential for the next giant leap -- a mission to Mars. Northwestern University Astronomy & Astrophysics Adler Planetarium

What is Cloud Computing? It's not about using your PC on an airplane! Northwestern University's Kristian Hammond explains this vision for the future of the Internet.

What's the region doing to prepare for its future water needs? Rich Samuels tells us as we continue this year's Chicago Matters series, Beyond Burnham. (Audio Slideshow) Conserving water in your garden