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Why were powerful explosives linked to Al-Qaeda addressed to Chicago synagogues? Elizabeth Brackett tells us why the intended targets and the timing may not have been a coincidence.

Will Obama's big weekend rally in Hyde Park be enough to save the Democrats? Carol Marin and her panel have the latest election news on the eve of the midterms.

The parking boxes on Devon Avenue might make it easier to find a spot, but we find out why some store owners say the boxes could be bad for business. Ash-har Quraishi has the story. West Ridge Chamber of Commerce Search for Chicago Parking Tickets Chicagometers.com

It's a busy week on Wall Street. We find out what three major events could determine if it is a bull or bear market when WBBM Newsradio's Kris Kridel joins us with the week's top business stories.

In honor of Day of the Dead, the Chief Curator of Chicago's National Museum of Mexican Art talks about their exhibit and the traditions of Dia de los Muertos. Find out more about the exhibit

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On tonight's edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review -- Midterm elections are fast approaching and cliffhangers remain in key races. We recap this week's news in the Governor's race, as Pat Quinn tries to close in on Bill Brady. We recount the heated debate between Senate candidates Mark Kirk and Alexi Giannoulias as polling continues to show them neck-and-neck. We also take a look at key House races, and what early voter turnout indicates about how the races will be decided.

We devote the entire hour to the race for Illinois Governor. We talk with candidates about the issues and their qualifications to serve. Links to candidate websites (in ballot order): Bill Brady Pat Quinn Rich Whitney Lex Green Scott Lee Cohen

We devote the hour to the race for the U.S. Senate. We talk with candidates about the issues and their qualifications to represent Illinois. Links to candidate websites (in ballot order) Mark Kirk Alexi Giannoulias LeAlan Jones Mike Labno

We hear from the three candidates vying to be the next Cook County Board President. Links to candidate websites (in ballot order): Roger Keats Toni Preckwinkle Thomas Tresser

Is fear ruling the climate change debate? Self-described "skeptical environmentalist" Bjorn Lomborg says yes. He talks about his new documentary Cool It. Bjorn Lomborg's website Find out more about his new movie, Cool It, directed by Ondi Timoner Copenhagen Consensus Center

What does it mean if your wine has legs? (No, it doesn't mean it's going to run away.) Check, Please! host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh has the real answer in tonight's edition of Ask Alpana. Bernardus Chardonnay, Monterey $20 Joseph Drouhin Meursault, France $30 General Wine and Cheese Pairing Tips:

Another Sunday, another Bears loss. But who's to blame? Embattled franchise quarterback Jay Cutler or offensive coordinator Mike Martz? Former Bear player turned broadcaster Jim Schwantz joins us on our Bears Alumni Club.

With just about a week left before Election Day, contenders for the office of Lieutenant Governor sound off on the issues. Links to candidate websites (in ballot order): Jason Plummer Sheila Simon Don Crawford Ed Rutledge Baxter Swilley

From shopping malls to media giants, WBBM Newsradio 780's Kris Kridel tells a tale of two bankruptcies.

While Rahm Emanuel prepares for a mayoral run, one progressive author says he was an ineffective White House chief of staff and caused President Obama to alienate his liberal base. We talk with the author of Herding Donkeys: The Fight to Rebuild the Democratic Party and Reshape American Politics.

With only 11 days until the election, the candidates for Governor and U.S. Senate come out swinging in their debates; nasty campaign ads are flooding the airwaves and we look at how they may affect voter turnoff and turnout; Tribune CEO Randy Michaels is on the way out in the wake of the alleged frat-house atmosphere at the venerable newspaper. And in sports, the Cubs sign Mike Quade as club manager, bypassing fan favorite Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, and the Bears' porous offensive line spells trouble for quarterback Jay Cutler. Guests:

The campaign ads for the 14th Congressional District seat have been fierce; tonight, we hear from the candidates behind them. We continue our series of candidate forums with the hotly contested race for Illinois' 14th Congressional District between Democrat incumbent Bill Foster and his Republican challenger, Randy Hultgren.

We hear from Illinois Treasurer candidates Republican Dan Rutherford and Democrat Robin Kelly. Links to candidate websites (in ballot order): Dan Rutherford Scott K. Summers Robin Kelly James Pauly

Elizabeth Brackett takes us inside a new exhibit at The Field Museum that is worth its weight in gold. Find out more about the exhibit

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The frontrunners for the statewide elected office of Comptroller face off. Links to candidate websites (in ballot order): Judy Baar Topinka David Miller Erika Schafer Julie Fox

Has the priest sex abuse crisis caused Chicago Catholics to lose their faith? The results of a new study may surprise you. We have more on that and on the study's author, the ailing sociologist and priest Father Andrew Greeley.

Blackhawks Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane talk about growing up focused on hockey, handling stardom, and winning the Stanley Cup.

Cubs interim manager Mike Quade was officially named the next manager of the Chicago Cubs. But is he the right man at the right time? We get the opinion of one sportswriter.

We focus on the hotly contested 10th Congressional District, where the seat is being vacated by Congressman Mark Kirk so he can run for U.S. Senate. We meet Republican Bob Dold and his opponent, Democrat Dan Seals, who has twice run for the seat. Links to candidate websites (in ballot order): Robert Dold Dan Seals