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Rezko Corruption Trial The trial of political fundraiser Tony Rezko is drawing to a close, with both sides preparing for closing arguments. Rich Samuels brings us the latest. View Clip

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm Presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton refuses to bow out, state lawmakers weighing another hefty pay hike, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra finally names Daniel Barenboim's replacement, singer R. Kelly facing child pornography charges, and Bears running back Cedric Benson disputes charges in boating arrest. Guests:

News Analysis with Eddie Arruza After more than a decade, the city admits its Blue Bag recycling program is a failure and will switch to bins. Eddie Arruza and his panel look at what Chicagoans should do now and how much it's going to cost them.

Indiana's Primary Results Lake County, Indiana had the nation on its heels last night. We talk to the mayor of Hammond, Indiana about why it took the county so long to release those election results. View Clip

Governor Update The governor unveiled his program to reduce youth violence today. Rich Samuels tells us about the problems Rod Blagojevich will have delivering what he's promising. View Clip

Chicago Children's Museum Opponents of the Chicago Children's Museum's proposed move to Grant Park have organized. Eddie Arruza has details of the coalition and petition drive. View Clip

In May 2008, two members of the Chicago Tonight family were inducted into the prestigious Silver Circle of the Chicago chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (the Emmy people). The Silver Circle honors outstanding individuals who have devoted a quarter of a century or more to the television industry and have made a significant contribution to Chicago broadcasting.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm Presidential hopeful Barack Obama cuts ties with his controversial pastor, lawmakers weighing an ethics bill banning "pay to play" politics, Governor Blagojevich a featured figure once again at the Rezko trial, former Chicago Public School chief Paul Vallas hints at another gubernatorial run, Wrigley chewing gum bought out by Mars, seat rights may be for sale at Wrigley Field, and the Cubs and Sox battle for first-place. Guests:

Rezko Corruption Trial A former Blagojevich administration official took the stand today in the trial of Tony Rezko. Rich Samuels has details of Ali Ata's damaging testimony. View Clip

Obama & Wright The public break between Sen. Barack Obama and Rev. Jeremiah Wright continues to resonate. We go beyond the headlines with a University of Chicago theology professor. View Clip

CTA Improvements Faster bus rides are coming to the CTA. Rich Samuels brings us up-to-date on a new initiative to reduce congestion on the streets of Chicago. View Clip News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett Hefty government rebate checks are in the mail and the Fed may cut interest rates tomorrow. But gas and food prices continue to soar. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take the temperature of the economy.

Rev. Jeremiah Wright Reverend Jeremiah Wright continued to speak publicly today in response to what he called an unfair portrayal of his sermons. Our Carol Marin was at his speech in Detroit yesterday and she joins us with more. View Clip Wrigley Sale Wrigley says it's ready to be gobbled up by Mars. Rich Samuels tells us what this means for Chicago and the global sweet-tooth.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7 pm Senator Barack Obama's controversial pastor finally breaks his silence, Mayor Daley calls an emergency gun summit as a murder rampage erupts in Chicago, new bombshells at the Tony Rezko trial, Cook County Board President Todd Stroger requiring employees sign confidentiality agreements, record gas prices shock motorists, turbulent times at United Airlines, the first-place Cubs red-hot, and the Bears preparing for tomorrow's draft. Guests

Obama in Chicago Sen. Barack Obama took a break from the campaign trail, returning to his hometown Chicago. Elizabeth Brackett reports. View Clip News Analysis with Eddie Arruza With new allegations of pay to play in the Blagojevich administration, the word 'impeachment' is on the minds of some Illinois lawmakers. Will the governor be removed from office before his term ends? Eddie Arruza and his panel of legislators weigh in on the controversy.

News Analysis with Carol Marin In what is being called a "bombshell disclosure," accusations were made in court today that the Blagojevich administration tried to have U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald removed from office. This comes on the heels of former Blagojevich aide Ali Ata pleading guilty for his role in pay to play politics. Carol Marin and her panel take a look at what all this means for the governor. View Clip

Rezko Trial Update We have details of a major plea agreement reached between federal prosecutors and a former member of the Blagojevich administration. View Clip News Analysis with Eddie Arruza Gas prices are nearing record levels and we haven't even hit the prime summer driving season yet. Eddie Arruza and his panel take a closer look at motorists pain at the pump.

News Analysis with Carol Marin With six weeks left to go in the current legislature, how much have Illinois' lawmakers and the governor accomplished and what do they have left to do? Carol Marin and her panel check in on the state of state government. View Clip

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7 pm Senators Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton square off in Philadelphia, another emergency evacuation on the Blue Line, Governor Blagojevich's presidential plans surface at the Rezko trial, Chicago's Olympic bid may be in trouble, Chicago police kill a wild cougar, the Museum of Science and Industry getting a multi-million dollar make-over, the Bulls fire their coach, and Cubs outfielder Alfonso Soriano injured. Guests:

Children's Museum Update The Chicago Children's Museum's plan to move from Navy Pier to Grant Park includes asking for a liquor license. Eddie Arruza tells us why. View Clip News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett A new study in today's Chicago Tribune says Chicago's drinking water contains small amounts of pharmaceuticals. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel discuss whether Chicagoans should think twice about drinking from the tap.

Robert Sorich Update Mayor Daley's former patronage chief Robert Sorich and his fellow defendants may be headed for prison. This comes after a panel of federal judges yesterday upheld their convictions. Rich Samuels has reactions from City Hall. View Clip News Analysis with Carol Marin Carol Marin and her panel discuss what's next in the Sorich case and it's larger implications.

College Campus Security A task force created by Governor Blagojevich to analyze college campus security in Illinois issued its report today. Eddie Arruza tells us what some of the recommendations are and the potential costs involved. View Clip

...SPECIAL SHOW: CPS Student Shootings... We are devoting the entire hour to examine the recent violent deaths Chicago Public Schools students this year. Inside a Victim's School Douglass High School on the west side was one of the first schools to lose a student to murder this school year. Eddie Arruza talks to students, teachers and the outspoken principal of Douglass about living and coping in the line of fire.

The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7pm American Airlines grounds thousands of flights for hasty inspections, Senators Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton battle in Indiana, yet another Chicago Public School student murdered, customers fuming over latest ComEd rate hike proposal, Sam Zell considering selling once untouchable Tribune assets, cab drivers say new $1 gas surcharge hardly enough, and the Cubs and Sox back on the winning track. Guests:

American Airlines Update Elizabeth Brackett reports on the latest flight cancellations by American Airlines, expected to last for at least two more days. View Clip

American Airlines American Airlines cancelled 1,000 flights today, including 138 flights at O'Hare, for jet wiring inspections. Rich Samuels reports. View Clip News Analysis with Eddie Arruza Every 45 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. Eddie Arruza talks with stroke specialists about the latest advancements in treatment and prevention. For more information on strokes:

CTA and Google Rich Samuels reports on the new relationship between the CTA and Google. Google Transit CTA Bus Tracker View Clip