Stories by michael lipkin

CPS Board Meeting

The Chicago Public Schools board approves a budget and a strike contingency plan. How will the new budget affect contract negotiations? Paris Schutz reports.

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Tom Cross & Christine Radogno

The day of reckoning that wasn't. State Rep. Tom Cross and State Sen. Christine Radogno join us with insight into what went wrong with the governor's special session.

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Up, Up, and Away!

Book details Superman, America's "most enduring hero"

What's the secret to Superman's success while other caped crusaders have faded away? Author Larry Tye joins us with the answers, and a web-exclusive video.

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Excerpt of "Superman" by Larry Tye

Read an excerpt from Larry Tye's Superman.

Protecting Your Digital Life

WIRED's Mat Honan got hacked and had his digital life wiped. We look at what steps you should take to keep your information secure. 

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Laura Berman Goes Bald

Sex therapist Dr. Laura Berman tells us why she feels empowered after going bald for cancer treatment.

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Police Staffing

A new study shows Chicago has more police officers per resident than other major U.S. cities.  So why is the city making national headlines with its crime rate?  We take a closer look.

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Rip Currents

A dozen drownings this year from rip currents in the Great Lakes. We learn more about the deadly currents.

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Pension Working Group

Will there be any pension reform this year? We hear from all four members of the governor's pension working group.

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Duodenal Switch Explained

Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.'s past weight-loss surgery may be behind his latest "gastrointestinal issues."

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"The Planets"

An astronomer and artist puts pictures to an orchestral masterpiece. 

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Conceal and Carry in Illinois

Illinois is the only state in the country to not allow concealed carry. Carol Marin and her panel discuss efforts to have that changed.

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Food Trucks

Chicago food trucks soon may be able to cook on board, but would still have to keep away from restaurants. We hear from both sides.

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Chicago Housing Market Bottoms Out

A new Zillow report says the housing market has hit bottom, but is it the bottom? We discuss with Deal Estate's Dennis Rodkin.

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Peterson Trial Jury Selection

Jury selection begins today in the murder trial of Chicago suburb police officer Drew Peterson, charged with murdering his third wife in 2004. Elizabeth Brackett reports. 

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Austan Goolsbee

We speak with former top White House economist Austan Goolsbee about Chicago's job performance.

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Fed Chairman Testifies

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke predicts job growth will be frustratingly slow, and calls on Congress to change course. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel have more.

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Becoming A Man

Promising Sports Program Cuts Violent Crime Arrests for Students

Can playing sports like archery and handball cut down violent crimes among students? A new study shows some dramatic -- and positive -- results.

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Cook County Bond Court Reform

A new plan to reform Cook County's bond court system could mean fewer inmates at County Jail. We hear from Board President Toni Preckwinkle and Chief Judge Tim Evans.

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Does Mayor Emanuel Have a "Problem with Democracy"?

"Rolling Stone" Says Yes

A Rolling Stone columnist lambasted Rahm Emanuel's style of governance, saying the mayor "hates" democracy. He joins us to discuss his scathing article.

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"Barack Obama: The Story"

A new biography explores President Obama's past. We talk with the author of Barack Obama: The Story.

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City Cracks Down On Businesses It Says Foster Crime

Aldermen Demand Faster Results

After yet another weekend of shootings, the city is pushing back, calling out 37 businesses that officials say foster crime. But aldermen are calling for more aggressive tactics, including an amped use of stop-and-frisk.

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Chicago's Immigrant-Friendly Aspirations

We hear from the director of Chicago's new Office of New Americans, Adolfo Hernandez, about the plan to make Chicago the most immigrant friendly city in the world.

 
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Higgs Particle Findings Expected Wednesday

Physicists at the largest particle accelerator in the world are set to announce their findings on the Higgs particle on Wednesday. Fermilab's Rob Roser joins us to discuss Fermilab's own results and what to expect tomorrow.

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Chicago's Best Summer Festivals

Chicago Magazine editor Emmet Sullivan joins us with his picks for summer's best festivals.

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Political Impact of Health Care Ruling

We discuss the political impact of the health care ruling, and how it will all play out in November.

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