Stories by Yasmin Rammohan

Chicago Public Library Hours Change

It's a first for Chicago -- all neighborhood libraries are now closed every Monday. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel talk about why, and if it could change.
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Chicago Business News: 1/9

CME is being investigated after client funds go missing at MF Global. Kris Kridel of WBBM Newsradio 780 and 105.9FM joins us to discuss that, the latest unemployment report and other top business stories.
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Old Town School of Folk Music

It's a big song and dance today for a brand new $17 million building for the Old Town School of Folk Music. We take a look inside, and see why the mayor and other local officials are singing its praises.
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Idina Menzel

Star of the screen and stage, Idina Menzel, joins us to talk about her latest PBS Special, premiering exclusively on WTTW -- Idina Menzel LIVE: Barefoot at the Symphony.
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Illinois Supreme Court

Democrat: Mary Jane Theis, Aurelia Marie Pucinski, Joy Virginia Cunningham, Thomas Flannigan, John Tully, Tom Courtney; Republican: James Gerald Riley

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 1/6

Eddie Arruza and his panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.
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Weekend Events Around Town: 1/6 - 1/8

Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what is going on!

2011: The Year in Astronomy

2011 marked the year the U.S. Space Shuttle program came to an end, but NASA's unmanned exploration of space remained at full throttle. We look at some of last year's astronomical achievements and what scientists are eyeing in the year ahead.
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Snowy Owls in Chicago

The arctic nomad known as the snowy owl is rarely seen in Chicago in the winter. But this year is different. Ash-har Quraishi explains why the great white owl is visiting, and how you can help name one.
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Health Recommendations for 2012

Need tips on how to stay healthy in 2012? Dr. Terry Mason, Chief Medical Officer for Cook County Health & Hospitals System, joins us with several health recommendations for Chicagoans. Got any questions for Dr. Mason? Ask them here. Please also join us for a live web chat during and after the segment.
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Oxygen Therapy

Oxygen is being used to treat sports injuries, diabetics, and cancer patients. Is it the new wonder drug or a bit of hot air? Paris Schutz has the story.
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Ask Geoffrey: 1/5

A street sign but no street? Usually, it's the other way around. Geoffrey Baer explains what happened to a Rogers Park intersection in this week's edition of Ask Geoffrey.
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Marimba Ensemble

Marimba music fills a South Side church and creates opportunities for young musicians. We have the story.
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Viewer Mail: 1/5

Bears 2012 Season

We asked you what steps the Bears should take for a successful 2012 season. We read what some of you had to say in Viewer Mail.
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Republican Presidential Primary

And they're off. After the first hurdle, it's Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum neck and neck. Carol Marin talks with Illinois delegates for the top four candidates in Tuesday's Iowa caucuses about what's next for the campaign.
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Chicago's Richest 1 Percent

A new study examines the lives of Chicago's richest 1 percent. We explore how they spend their money and the issues they hold dear.
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Hiring Begins for Smart Grid Plan

Mayor Rahm Emanuel touts ComEd's $2.6 billion investment in the new smart grid as good for the economy and good for consumers. Consumer watchdog group CUB promises to stay on top of the smart grid to make sure it is smart for ComEd clients. Elizabeth Brackett reports.
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Pawnshops

It's one business that has done well through the economic downturn. WBEZ's Natalie Moore tells us about the thriving pawnshop business in Chicago.
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Chicago's Unusual Winter Weather

There was no white Christmas for Chicago this year. So will it ever snow? We examine this winter's mild weather.
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Megitza Quartet

Maggie Babiarz came to Chicago alone at age 16 from a small village in the Polish highlands. Today, she leads the Megitza Quartet, a Chicago band that plays an energetic mash-up of traditional and original music from eastern and southern Europe. Jay Shefsky has the story.
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Iowa Caucuses

It's the final countdown for GOP presidential hopefuls in Iowa. Mitt Romney, Ron Paul and Rick Santorum lead the pack. Who is likely to win? And whose presidential dreams are over? We talk with Carol Marin who joins us live from Des Moines, Iowa.
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Bears Alumni Club

GM Jerry Angelo Fired

Jerry Angelo is fired as General Manager of the Bears. We have the latest from Halas Hall and where the team goes from here, after a disappointing 8-8 season.
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Illinois Bans Electronics from Landfills

A new Illinois law makes it illegal to throw out most of your old electronics. Jay Shefsky tries to get rid of an outdated computer, as he finds out what everyone needs to know about recycling electronics.
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G-8/NATO Protest Fine Hike Permanent

Chicago protesters file for permits to demonstrate against the G-8/NATO summits. But some of the "temporary" rules appear to be permanent. Elizabeth Brackett reports.
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Chicago's Classic Restaurants

Chicago was once a "meat and potatoes" town. Now it's home to some of the world's finest restaurants. We talk with the authors of a new book celebrating Chicago's classic restaurants.
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50 Years of Sex Education

For more than 50 years, a school field trip to Hinsdale meant a lesson in the facts of life. We take a look at one of the first sexual education centers in the country, and how it's adapting to the changing needs of schools and students.
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