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Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Get ready for Dan Ryan gridlock, two new jurors appointed in the George Ryan trial, Rev. James Meeks weighing a run for governor, the city council green-lights plans for the nation's tallest building here, new federal regulations could mean higher gas prices, and the Cubs and Sox ready for a brand-new baseball season. Guests:

Dan Ryan Construction It all begins Friday at midnight - the major reconstruction of the Dan Ryan Expressway. Elizabeth Brackett reports on what's being done — and how to avoid it. Click here for information from IDOT on how to avoid the mess.

Fred Hampton Controversy There were more than a few moments of near chaos at City Hall today as demonstrators tried to storm the council chambers. Rich Samuels was there and has the latest on the controversial measure to rename a street in honor of Black Panther leader Fred Hampton.

Corruption Trial The corruption trial of former governor George Ryan ...will... continue and jury deliberations ...will... resume tomorrow. Rich Samuels has details on how the judge is proceeding with two alternate jurors.

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett The turmoil at the corruption trial of former Illinois Governor George Ryan continued today. Late last week, two jurors were found to have possibly lied about prior arrests on their jury questionnaires. Today, Ryan's lawyers objected to replacing those jurors with alternates. It would mean restarting the deliberations which are now in their third week. Rich Samuels reports on the latest happenings at the federal courthouse. Then Elizabeth Brackett and her panel analyze what the twists in the case might mean for Ryan.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Jury problems in the George Ryan corruption trial, we'll recap Tuesday's election results, Cardinal George apologizes for latest sex abuse revelations, DePaul basketball coach Ray Meyer remembered, and the Cubs and Sox days away from season-opener. Guests:

George Ryan Trial Jurors in former Governor George Ryan's corruption trial received a stern letter from Judge Rebecca Pallmeyer this morning. It was in response to reports that jurors are having personality conflicts and problems in their deliberations. Rich Samuels will have some insights on why the jury is having troubles. Here is the text of Judge Pallmeyer's letter: "Dear Jurors: You twelve are the jurors selected to decide this case. In your deliberations, I expect you to treat your fellow jurors with dignity and respect.

Chicago Board of Elections

On this primary election day, Christian Farr reports live from the Board of Elections on voter turnout and any available early returns. Election Information: Chicago Board of Election Commissioners Cook County Election Department

Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week for pledge programming. Archdiocesan Report A report released today says the Chicago Archdiocese committed numerous errors in its handling of recent sex abuse allegations. Francis Cardinal George says he accepts complete responsibility. Rich Samuels reports on what that Cardinal had to say and what steps the Catholic Church in Chicago says it will take to deal with abuse cases in the future.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review County Board President John Stroger suffers a stroke, we'll handicap the big political races, stray gunfire claims another child in Englewood, a sweeping smoking ban passes in suburban Cook County, and the Fighting Illini victorious in March Madness opener. Guests:

GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Forum Carol Marin talks with Republican candidates for governor of Illinois in a special forum made possible by the City Club of Chicago.

Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week for pledge programming. Stroger's Health We'll bring you the latest on the health of Cook County Board President John Stroger, who suffered a stroke yesterday. News Analysis with Carol Marin Carol Marin talks with the Democratic candidates in the hotly contested 6th Congressional District primary. Guests: Tammy Duckworth, Christine Cegelis, and Lindy Scott

Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week for pledge programming. Chicago Matters The funding of Illinois schools is one of the challenges that will face the next governor. Tonight, as part of our Chicago Matters series, "Valuing Education," gubernatorial candidates gives us their thoughts on what's wrong with school funding in the state and what needs to be done.

Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week for pledge programming. Corruption Trial Jury deliberations began this morning in the corruption trial of former governor George Ryan and businessman Larry Warner. After nearly six months of listening to the evidence, jurors must decide whether the two men are guilty or innocent on each of the 22 charges against them. Elizabeth Brackett reports.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Governor Blagojevich finally speaks out on hate commission, GOP gubernatorial candidates take off the gloves, George Ryan's corruption trial coming to an end, a drunken man wanders on to the runway at Midway Airport, Chicago-native Kirby Puckett dies, and did Dusty Baker know about Barry Bonds alleged steroid use? Guests:

News Analysis with Carol Marin Carol Marin will talk with Democratic candidate for governor Edwin Eisendrath. Governor Blagojevich declined our invitation for a joint appearance with Mr. Eisendrath. Firehouse Allegations Mayor Daley today reacted to a new allegation of firehouse sex on city time. and an alderman suggested the remedy is an eight-hour day for firefighters. Rich Samuels has details.

Candidate for Cook County Board President Carol Marin interviews Forrest Claypool, a democrat running for Cook County Board President. Claypool's opponent, incumbent president John Stroger, declined our invitation to participate. Clean Air Concerns Health care professionals sounded off in Chicago today against proposed federal regulations they say don't go far enough to reduce airborn soot. Rich amuels has their story - and a second opinion.

News Analysis We'll introduce you to two Democrats vying to be the state's next treasurer, candidates Alexi Giannoulias and Paul Mangieri.

Chicago Tonight is abbreviated this week for pledge programming. News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Four members of the governor's discrimination commission have resigned in protest over one member's ties to Nation of Islam head Louis Farrakhan and his most recent anti-Semitic rhetoric. Elizabeth Brackett and her guests take up the issue. Smallest Witnesses We'll preview the new exhibit, Smallest Witnesses: The Crisis in Darfur Through Children's Eyes, at Chicago's Spertus Museum.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Black Panther street sign debate, Governor Blagojevich backs controversial Nation of Islam appointee to state hate crimes board, victim refuses to watch video at rape trial, primary election season heats up, GOP gubernatorial hopeful Jim Oberweis creates headlines with his own headlines, and the never-ending Frank Thomas soap opera. Guests:

Blood Substitute Controversy Medical ethicists are questioning a clinical trial now underway locally at Loyola Medical Center. The controversy centers around the testing of a blood substitute developed by an Evanston-based biotech startup, Northfield Labs. Rich Samuels has the latest. Read the article on the current PolyHeme clinical trial, to be published next week in the journal "IRB:Ethics & Human Research".

Street Naming Controversy The controversy over a proposal to rename a portion of West Monroe in honor of slain Black Panther leader Fred Hampton continued today. Rich Samuels has the latest from City Hall. News Analysis with Carol Marin A Naperville woman will not have to watch the tape of her alleged gang rape in Burr Ridge when she was 16. The judge in Adrian Missbrenner's trial reversed himself today after rape victim advocacy groups intervened. Carol Marin talks to one of those advocates about the reversal.

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett The competition for listeners among Chicago morning radio shows is fierce, and the advertising dollars at stake are enormous. Elizabeth Brackett's panel includes one of the city's top morning personalities, Q101's Mancow Mueller. Chicago Matters In our Chicago Matters: Valuing Education segment, we'll take a look at Governor Blagojevich's universal pre-school proposal and see what educators have to say about it.

Chemical Plant Watch Senator Barack Obama today claimed millions could die if terrorists launch an attack on Chicago-area chemical plants. Rich Samuels reports on what the junior senator wants Congress to do. News Analysis with Carol Marin The Illinois primaries are in three weeks, and that means campaigns are in full gear. Carol Marin and her panel look at which candidates are on top and which ones will need to amp up their efforts. Guests: Bruce Dold, Paul Green, Bob Crawford.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review The George Ryan corruption trial coming down the stretch, GOP gubernatorial hopefuls pick on Judy Baar Topinka, more traffic violation cameras going up, parts of the Brown Line shut down, and outspoken skater Shani Davis fuels Olympic controversy. Guests: