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The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7 pm Rev. Daniel McCormack sentenced to five years for molesting five boys, Senator Barack Obama raises $32 million in just 3 months, state lawmakers still gridlocked over the budget, complaints against Chicago cab drivers soaring, the battle for the Chicago Board of Trade headed toward a climax, Walgreens acquires home care company, and the Cubs still red-hot. Guests:

News Analysis with Eddie Arruza The budget impasse in Springfield continues with political volleys flying between Governor Blagojevich and the Illinois General Assembly. Eddie Arruza and his panel take a look at what the bickering means for the taxpayers. Guests: Paul Green, Greg Hinz, Bruce Dold Johnny Frigo Chicago music legend Johnny Frigo died yesterday at the age of 90. We'll show you how Johnny not only kept up with Doc Severinsen, but matched wits with the king of late night television.

We're taking tonight off to celebrate the Fourth of July. Please tune in tomorrow and have a great holiday!

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have produced more cases of traumatic brain injury than any previous war. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel discuss what the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is doing to help Illinois veterans. Guests: Tammy Duckworth, Dr. Felise Zollman Missing Bees Rich Samuels tells us why Illinois beekeepers are concerned about the phenomenon called "Colony Collapse Disorder," and how a decline in insect pollinators might impact your dinner table.

News Analysis with Carol Marin The Supreme Court finished its term with some major decisions leaning to the right. Carol Marin and her panel have a wrap-up of the major cases and discuss what it means for you. Guests: Lewis Myers, Jr., Joseph Morris, Abdon Pallasch From the Vault... Rich Samuels reports on a mob assassination that took place 27 years ago today. It's one of the 18 mob hits that are now the focus of the "Family Secrets" trial at the Federal Building.

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The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Chicago gun violence continues to claim innocent children, Chicago's rain blocker system criticized, immigration a hot button issue in Waukegan and Carpentersville, the AMA holds their annual meeting here, the red-hot Cubs take on the first-place Brewers, and the Bulls draft Joakim Noah. Guests:

News Analysis with Eddie Arruza Why is a Republican Illinois legislator appearing in an ad for Sen. Barack Obama when he says he's supporting John McCain? Eddie Arruza will ask State Senator Kirk Dillard that question, and look at other Republicans who are leaning a bit more Democratic these days. Darwin Exhibit How much do you know about Charles Darwin? A new exhibit at Chicago's Field Museum sheds light not just on the science of evolution, but on the man who introduced the world to the theory.

CTA Crisis Averted? Mayor Daley today announced an historic five-year pact between the CTA and its operating unions. Will this help the CTA avoid its worst-case scenario cutbacks and fare increases? Rich Samuels has details.

Tonight's Chicago Tonight show has been canceled due to flooded studios. In its place, we'll be rebroadcasting the Emmy award-winning episode of Chicago Stories, Leopold & Loeb: Love and Murder in Chicago. It's the story of the notorious 1924 murder case in which two wealthy University of Chicago students murdered a young boy in their neighborhood. It became a sensational international story when renowned lawyer Clarence Darrow agreed to defend them. Please join us tomorrow night when we've dried out!

"Tanked" Johnson The Chicago Bears cut defensive lineman Tank Johnson today. We'll have all the latest on why the troubled star player was let go and what this means for the Bears upcoming season.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm The Chicago mob on trial, Cook County Board president Todd Stroger battling prostate cancer, a computer glitch strands United Airlines passengers around the country, video cameras going up on CTA buses, the Cubs trade catcher Michael Barrett, and the Crosstown Classic resumes. Guests:

State Budget Crisis Governor Rod Blagojevich and legislative leaders today agreed to seek a one-month budget extension. Rich Samuels has the latest on that, as well as reports that the governor's commutes from Chicago to Springfield are costing us a bundle.

Centerstage Ticket Hotline: 773-509-5614 News Analysis with Carol Marin The secret ceremonies and inner workings of Chicago's outfit. What will we learn about the mob that started with Al Capone? Carol Marin discusses the upcoming "Family Secrets" trial with crime reporter John "Bulldog" Drummond. Property Taxes Elizabeth Brackett reports on the political battle between Cook County Assessor James Houlihan and House Speaker Michael Madigan over the 7% property assessement cap.

Obama/Rezko The Chicago Sun-Times reports that indicted businessman Tony Rezko and friends donated more money to U.S. Senator and presidential hopeful Barrack Obama than the senator admits. We'll get all the details from the Sun-Times reporter, Chris Fusco, who wrote today's article.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Ald. Ed Burke proposes tax on downtown drivers, CTA officials meet with Governor Blagojevich, Mayor Daley wants parents to pay for their kids graffiti crimes, three new Chicago harbors proposed, Illinois and Chicago tourists arriving in record numbers, the White Sox in a tailspin, and Mike Ditka feuding with Dave Deurson. Guests:

Congestion Tax Would you pay to drive into the Loop? A "congestion fee" of $16 a day is already charged in London, and Ald. Ed Burke thinks it's an idea we should consider too. We'll talk with Northwestern University transit expert Joe Schofer about the pros and cons.

News Analysis with Carol Marin He went from poverty to successful trial lawyer and business executive, to the governor's mansion, and then to federal prison. Carol Marin talks to former Illinois Governor Dan Walker, who tells his story in his new memoir, The Maverick and the Machine.

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Cook County homeowners may face a huge tax bill this August if the homeowner exemption expires. Can Mayor Daley, Springfield and Cook County find common ground? Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take a closer look. Guests: Jim Houlihan, Thomas Johnson, Ben Joravsky

News Analysis with Carol Marin Chicago Bears legend Mike Ditka is on a war path. Ditka and his group, the Gridiron Greats, want the NFL Players Association to do more for former players now plagued with a host of health problems. Carol Marin and her panel will take a closer look. Guests: Brian DeMarco (Former NFL player), Dr. Charles Bush-Joseph (Rush University Medical Center), and Dave Duerson (NFL Players Association)

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Senator Obama riding high in the latest presidential polls, Governor Blagojevich pushes plan to lease the state's lottery again, Chicago's public school death toll reaches 31, we'll take a closer look at the 10 o'clock news wars, the White Sox drop 10 their last 12 games, and the Bears Tank Johnson suspended for half the season. Guests:

Wild Weather It's been a wild and windy day in Chicago. We'll talk to WGN's chief meteorologist Tom Skilling to find out what's in store. Bill Geist He's been on the road for 20 years and has lots of stories to tell. CBS News' roving correspondent Bill Geist will be here to tell us about the peculiar people he's met in small-town America. Bill Geist will appear at the following upcoming booksignings:

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett The drunk driving crash that killed intoxicated Dupage County prosecutor Jane Radostits had another victim who was badly hurt. She's filed suit against the restaurant that served the liquor. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel examine whose responsibility it is to cut off patrons and what laws and server training programs exist in Illinois. Guests:

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Embattled Cook County board president Todd Stroger successfully avoided a "no confidence" vote in today's board meeting. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take a look at the tensions among the county commissioners. Guests: Tony Peraica, Steve Patterson Center on Halsted We'll take you to the grand opening of the Center on Halsted, the new community center for Chicago's gay and lesbian population.

News Analysis with Carol Marin Legislators return to Springfield tomorrow after missing last week's budget deadline. Carol Marin and her panel look at what challenges are ahead. Guests: Dawn Clark Netsch, Judy Baar Topinka First Lady Maggie Daley First Lady Maggie Daley puts a public face on her five-year battle with breast cancer. She talks with correspondent Elizabeth Brackett.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman Feuding Democrats fail to pass a state budget, possible property tax hike hinted by Cook County Board President Todd Stroger, a secret donor gives $100 million to the University of Chicago, Chicago-area foreclosures nearing record levels, and the Cubs and Sox continue to struggle. Guests: