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Arts-and-crafts retailer Michael's is the latest company to be struck by hackers. The company says customer bank and credit information was stolen in a cyber attack. Eddie Arruza and his panel look at the increasing problem of cyber thieves stealing personal information.

Vacuum designer and philanthropist, Sir James Dyson, is bringing engineering training to Chicago Public Schools beginning this fall. More on James Dyson

The world comes to Chicago. We have a preview of the Chicago Humanities Festival. Plus, we hear about the Architecture and Design Film Fest and two more events in an Arts Roundup with Geoffrey Baer.

After 22 years and hundreds of City Council meetings, Mayor Daley presided over his final one today. Eddie Arruza reports on the many tributes he received from aldermen and the Mayor's parting words to them. More on the Story: Dick Simpson on Daley's history with City Council What are your thoughts on Mayor Daley's tenure?

Former chief of staff John Harris continued his testimony today, answering questions about Rod Blagojevich's efforts to put his wife Patti on the state payroll. Elizabeth Brackett has the latest on the prosecution's case. Chicago Tonight's Blagojevich Retrial page

The U.S. Senator joins us via Skype to discuss, among other things, the White House's decision not to release the photos of Osama bin Laden's death. More on Sen. Mark Kirk CBS article on the decision not to release the photos

We discuss the impact of climate change on polar bears with two prominent conservationists.

A current play tells the story of the English monarch who lost the colonies and his mind. Hedy Weiss reviews and recommends "The Madness of King George III" and two other plays.

The White House releases new information and clarifications on what went on during the operation that killed Osama bin Laden. Ash-har Quraishi is here to discuss those new details, and what this could mean for threat levels around the world and here in Chicago. Should the White House release photos of Osama bin Laden?

A former Chicago police officer and now college administrator will be advising Rahm Emanuel on public safety issues. Eddie Arruza will talk with Felicia Davis about her background and her new job as a deputy chief of staff in the incoming administration. Article on Davis' appointment

The voice of Rod Blagojevich once again rang out in a federal courtroom as the first tapes in his retrial were played. Blagojevich can be heard asking his chief of staff John Harris what he can get in return for appointing a U.S. Senator to fill then president-elect Barack Obama's Senate seat. Elizabeth Brackett reports. Chicago Tonight's Blagojevich Retrial page

How does Chicago rank as a city of opportunity? WBBM Newsradio 780's Kris Kridel joins us with the answer and to look at the week's business headlines.

A collection of ethereal jellyfish make up the Shedd Aquarium's latest exhibit. We have some live in our studio! More on the Story: A slideshow of the jellyfish in the exhibit Shedd Aquarium jellyfish exhibit

Chicago Tonight takes a look at one of the pivotal moments in U.S. labor history and the controversy it sparked that endures to this day. The Dramas of Haymarket Chicago Historical Society: The Haymarket Collection

What does it mean for the war on terror now that Osama bin Laden is dead? Our panel will discuss this and the impact his death will have on U.S. and foreign relations moving forward. More on the Story: President Obama's announcement

Is America safer now that the mastermind behind the September 11th attacks is no longer at large? Carol Marin and her panel delve into the future of Al Qaeda and more. Will bin Laden's death make America safer? Join the discussion

Mayor-elect Rahm Emanuel names his choice for Chicago's next top cop. It is Garry McCarthy, who is currently the Newark, New Jersey police chief. Eddie Arruza has more on the superintendent-designate. More on the Story: Profile of Garry McCarthy

A jury is seated and opening statements are heard at the retrial of Rod Blagojevich. Elizabeth Brackett was in the courtroom and brings us the latest. Profiles of The Jury Chicago Tonight's Blagojevich Retrial page

The president's top counter-terrorism adviser called the decision to launch the military operation against Osama bin Laden one of the "gutsiest calls" in recent history. But what does it say about Pakistan's cooperation in the efforts to root out terrorism? Ash-har Quraishi has the story. More on the Story: Osama bin Laden's Death: How News Traveled Sohaib Athar's Twitter feed

This week on Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review, President Obama releases his birth certificate, then makes a whirlwind trip to Chicago to appear on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Rod Blagojevich's retrial jury is shaping up, minus the one so-called "Oprah juror." Joking with reporters, the former governor called her tickets to one of the Queen of Talk's last shows, "f***ing golden." Rahm Emanuel says everyone must sacrifice in tough times -- including arts organizations. And in sports, the Bulls move on while the Blackhawks end their playoff comeback in an overtime heartbreaker.

In honor of the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War this month, Geoffrey Baer looks back on what he's discovered about Chicago's Civil War history in a special edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Judge James Zagel told lawyers Thursday morning that they would have until Monday to request the removal of certain jurors. Opening statements are expected to start Monday afternoon. Elizabeth Brackett has the story. Chicago Tonight's Blagojevich Retrial page

The fiery pastor of St. Sabina Church is out and his parishioners went to the archbishop's residence to make their displeasure known. But Cardinal George headed to Rome today for the beatification of Pope John Paul II. Eddie Arruza and his panel take a look at both controversial issues.

A car door is a dangerous and unexpected obstacle that is dreaded by bicyclists around the world. We tell you how the state of Illinois is tracking bike crashes in an effort to make the streets safer for two-wheeled travelers.

The international art world comes to Chicago for the Artropolis exhibition at the Merchandise Mart. We find out what's new this year at this annual Chicago tradition. More on the Story: What local galleries are bringing to the show Art Chicago's website

Father Michael Pfleger was suspended from his ministry at St. Sabina Catholic Church by Cardinal Francis George today. Ash-har Quraishi has the story. More on the Story: A timeline of Pfleger's career More on the Story: A link to the letter from Cardinal George