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Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel has had a flurry of press conferences announcing his appointments. But what do his choices say about the direction of his administration and his management style? Carol Marin and her panel of poltical experts look for answers. More on Dick Simpson Eric Zorn's latest column

The latest business news is all about inflation, gas prices and unemployment. Newsradio 780's Kris Kridel joins us to review the week's business headlines. An article on the efforts to combat inflation

It's the story of a woman trapped between her present and her past - growing up in a Jewish ghetto during the Holocaust. Howard Reich, producer and writer of the film "Prisoner of Her Past" is here to talk about his mother's life and diagnosis of late-onset post traumatic stress disorder.

He introduced Sneak Previews, Soundstage, and this program. Chicago Tonight will remember our friend, broadcasting pioneer Bill McCarter, with some of the people who knew him best. More on the Story: More on McCarter's legacy at WTTW

This week on Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review, Rod Blagojevich's retrial is underway. There are reports he wants to make his own closing arguments. Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel names key officials for his incoming administration, including a controversial pick to run the Chicago Public Schools. And it was a big week in Chicago sports with the Bulls and Blackhawks fighting in round one of their respective playoffs. Guests:

Rod Blagojevich was in court today as prospective jurors were questioned. Ash-har Quraishi has the story. Chicago Tonight's Blagojevich Retrial page More on the Story: Article on today's jury selection

Jean-Claude Brizard was named as the new CEO of Chicago Public Schools. We speak with Tiffany Lankes, the Education Reporter for the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle. Lankes covered Brizard's career as the school superintendent in Rochester. She tells us what to expect out of our new CPS CEO.

Different factions in the education community are abuzz over the hiring of Jean-Claude Brizard to lead the Chicago Public Schools system. We examine his record in Rochester, New York and gauge reaction with our panel here in Chicago. More on the Story: More on Brizard

Two pee wee football coaches were shot and killed yesterday in Harvey. We take a look at the recent concerns surrounding the city's homicides and what's being done about them. Article on the murders

A new book of aerial photos of Chicago reveals dramatic changes in recent decades. We talk with the photographer and see a lot of his photos. More on the Story: A slideshow of Okrent's work Okrent's website

A madman's fantasies are brought to life in a dance by an acclaimed Russian ballet company. When Geoffrey Baer gives us a round-up of Cultural Connections happening in Chicago, we hear about the dance, the Chicago Improv Fest and an art show.

She's an author, editor, attorney, and philanthropist and a member of American royalty. Caroline Kennedy is here to talk about her new book of poems and her life in the public eye. More on the Story: Two poems from the book More on the book

Researchers at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago published new findings today in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Ash-har Quraishi reports on the pioneering work aimed at neural control of prosthetic limbs for lower-limb amputees.

The current governor of Massachusetts was born in Chicago. Deval Patrick's background as a poor South Sider didn't point to a successful career in business and politics. Eddie Arruza talks to Gov. Patrick about his new memoir and what he calls an "improbable life." More on Patrick's book

They are winning. But some players -- and fans -- say the Bulls need to step up their game if they want to make a run at an NBA championship. We assess the state of the Bulls as they get set for game three of their opening round playoff series.

We meet a Chicago man who just returned from a two-year bike ride, from the top of Alaska to the bottom of Argentina, with more than 17,500 miles of stories. More on the Story: Video that Matt Kelly took while on his trip Kelly's blog from the trip

Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel announced the Chicago Transportation Leadership Team today. Ash-har Quraishi has the story. More on the Story: The new team members

As Washington continues to wrangle over budgets, debt ceilings and the role of government, we talk with two local congressmen with very different points of view -- Republican Joe Walsh and Democrat Danny Davis. Website for Rep. Danny Davis Website for Rep. Joe Walsh

Preventing potentially deadly infections has become an increasing problem at many hospitals. Eddie Arruza looks at a high-tech way one Chicago hospital is trying out to eliminate healthcare-related infections and what patients should be asking their doctors and nurses.

A proposal is in the works that would force the city's two coal fired power plants to switch to natural gas or shut down. It has majority support in City Council, but it still might not pass. Paris Schutz tells us why. Chicago Clean Power Coalition

Can you hear the bells ringing? Wedding season is upon us. So raise your glass! "Check Please" Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is here with advice for wedding gifting and toasting. Ask Alpana your own questions More on Alpana's recommendations Wedding Wine and Gift Registries

Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel named Jean-Claude Brizard as his CEO of Chicago Public Schools this morning, as well as a number of the new school board members. Will Brizard be able to close the $720 million budget gap? Ash-har Quraishi has the story.

It's been called Blago 2.0. Carol Marin and her panel have the latest as the prosecution and defense reboot for round two of the Blagojevich trial.

Chicago Sun-Times chairman and Mesirow Financial CEO Jim Tyree's death at the University of Chicago hospital sparked a federal probe. We talk about the results and how electronic records could cut down on medical errors. Chicago Tribune article on the federal probe

The local economy is slowly improving according to new data. WBBM Newsradio 780's Kris Kridel joins us to explain the results and review this week's business headlines. Summary of the data Release from the Department of Employment Security A map of foreclosed properties in Illinois

Does the old adage 'you are what you eat' also apply to what you drink? Celebrity fitness guru Dr. Ian Smith will discuss this, his new book and much more. More on the book