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Which former First Lady once lived on West Washington Street in Chicago? Geoffrey Baer answers that question and more in tonight's edition of Ask Geoffrey.

We look back at 25 years of sports coverage on Chicago Tonight

In fashion circles, he is a man who needs no introduction. Tim Gunn of Project Runway and Tim Gunn's Guide to Style joins us to talk about his latest projects. Tim Gunn's Must-Haves

Time Out Chicago magazine will be here with recommendations for your weekend. CHIRP Record Fair Free Earth Day Parks & Preserves Snuggie Pub Crawl Chicago Improv Festival-The Doubtful Guests

There is a brand new way of doing business thanks to the World Wide Web. Kris Hammond of Northwestern University introduces us to the popular phenomenon known as "crowdsourcing," and tells us how it works.

From the infamous to the world-famous, Chicago Tonight’s guest list over the past 25 years reads like a “who’s who” of American politics. 

Members from the local rock group Josh and the Empty Pockets perform live in studio.

Cook County President Todd Stroger is talking about cutting the sales tax. Rich Samuels tells us how much that amount could decrease, and why the county board is considering this measure.

Twelve weeks into his presidency, President Obama gives an assessment of his administration's approach to fixing the ailing U.S. economy. The President claims we are headed in the right direction, but we hear what two local economists have to say in tonight's installment of "The Bottom Line."

Tarzan may seem right at home in the jungle, but he is really from Oak Park, Illinois. The man who played him in the movies also has a local connection -- he went to Lane Tech. Chicago is the birthplace of a surprising number of famous things. Tonight, Geoffrey Baer brings you part two of his look at what is made in Chicago. Watch Geoffrey Baer's Hidden Chicago

Rod Blagojevich told a Federal judge today that he is not guilty. Rich Samuels shows us what else the former Illinois governor had to say on the day of his arraignment.

A former Mayor Daley aide has been chosen to replace Congressman-elect Mike Quigley on the Cook County Board. New county commissioner Bridget Gainer tells us about her plans.

President Obama is breaking ranks with his predecessors when it comes to dealing with Cuba. This week he lifted travel restrictions for visiting relatives on the island. We take a closer look at the latest developments.

In our ongoing Chicago Matters series "Beyond Burnham," we explore how deconstruction is keeping reusable building materials out of landfills. Christian Farr talks with a Chicago-area contractor who wishes this demolition method was available years ago. Rebuilding Exchange The Reuse People of America Green Collar Job Initiative/Leed Council

Record Store Day is this Saturday, and we talk with Chicago Tribune rock critic Greg Kot about this celebration of independent music shops. Thrill Jockey record label Numero Group record label

They hand them out at an awards show in Hollywood, but did you know that every Oscar is made in Chicago? The coveted statuette is just one of dozens of famous items invented or manufactured here. Tonight, Geoffrey Baer brings you the first of a two-part series about things made in Chicago.

The foie gras ban was one of the more entertaining and hotly contested debates in recent City Council memory. But is the food fight over? We talk to Chicago Tribune reporter Mark Caro, the author of a new book called The Foie Gras Wars.

Should the United States normalize relations with Cuba? We find out what you think when we read some of your viewer mail.

Controversy is brewing at Chicago State University as students and alumni plan protests over the school's finalists for president. Rich Samuels tells us who the finalists are, and why they are creating such a stir.

Republican Congressman Mark Kirk and Democratic Congresswoman Melissa Bean join Eddie Arruza for a political roundtable.

Chicago's Boeing is cutting production and profits. Kris Kridel of WBBM Newsradio 780's Noon Business Hour has that story, plus the rest of the week's business headlines.

We take a look at a remarkable collection of art and artifacts as we tour the only building in Illinois that is on the Historic Artists' Homes and Studios program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Roger Brown Home Studio/Study Collection Roger Brown exhibit at Russell Bowman Fine Art

Is it sometimes okay to cheat in school? We ask an ethicist who is focusing on the everyday dilemmas faced by teenagers. "The Ethics Guy"

From Oprah Winfrey to Martha Stewart, Chicago Tonight has welcomed many famous guests over its 25 years on the air. As we celebrate this milestone anniversary of the program, we look back at some of its most notable celebrity appearances.

Joel and his panel discuss the week's top headlines: Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr. facing an ethics probe; Mike Quigley wins Rahm Emanuel's congressional seat; frustrated Chicagoans take to the streets filling potholes; the International Olympic Committee gets a firsthand look at Chicago; 22 Illinois firms planning major layoffs; President Obama urges homeowners to refinance; the Bulls and Blackhawks charging into the playoffs; and the Cubs and Sox open the new season. Guests:

Mayor Daley announced today that the city's budget gap is widening. Rich Samuels brings us both the bad news and the good.