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Amongst sunbathers and swimmers, the lakefront path at North Avenue Beach is home to a rather unique structure. Find out more in this week's edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Gov. Pat Quinn calls for a special session to act on pension reform. He joins us. Then, Sen. Michael Noland from the governor's pension working group tells us more about the reforms.

City Council's recently appointed watchdog is looking at Chicago's most powerful alderman, and is investigating 20 more aldermen or aldermanic staff members for potential wrongdoing. We have the exclusive details.

An astronomer and artist puts pictures to an orchestral masterpiece. 

Jay Shefsky flies in a fully restored World War II bomber, and introduces us to a man who flew 35 missions as a tail gunner.

Many children with severe disabilities live at home with their families, but their parents say recent Medicaid budget cuts could end up costing the state a lot more money. We share some of your thoughts in Viewer Mail.

Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.

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

A major score for Chicago as Motorola Mobility relocates to the city, bringing 3,000 jobs. But at what cost? Paris Schutz has the story.

Illinois' most medically fragile kids are among the many state residents impacted by upcoming budget cuts. But parents are fighting back saying the cuts will actually cost the state more. Eddie Arruza has the story.

We take a look at the Shedd Aquarium's efforts to harvest sustainable produce in their organic gardens.

Ten days and counting to what promises to be the most exciting mission EVER to another planet. Adler Planetarium astrophysicist Chris Lintott joins us to talk about that, and other news from outer space.

Filmmaker Xan Aranda discusses her new documentary about musician and Chicago native Andrew Bird.

What's the definition of a "good man?" We revisit a conversation with Mark Shriver about his father Sargent Shriver, a Kennedy family icon who founded the Peace Corps and ran for President.

We asked for your thoughts about Ald. Proco Joe Moreno keeping Chick-fil-A out of his ward in support of gay marriage. We read what some of you had to say in Viewer Mail.

Leading architects from Chicago and around the world are calling on the city to preserve the historic Prentice Women's Hospital. We have the latest.

Aldermen and activists are stepping up the fight for an elected school board. Paris Schutz has the story.

Illinois is the only state in the country to not allow concealed carry. Carol Marin and her panel discuss efforts to have that changed.

A Chicago alderman opposes Chick-fil-A's plans to build a restaurant in Logan Square. Ald. Proco Joe Moreno (1st) joins us to tell us why.

Illinois companies are moving the markets this week because of their global presence. Kris Kridel of WBBM Newsradio 780 and 105.9FM joins us to discuss that story, and more top business headlines.

Meet a master of Chicago boogie-woogie blues. Piano man Erwin Helfer pounds the keys and provides a lesson in local music history.

The city unveils a draft of its first cultural plan in 25 years. We talk with the woman behind this ambitious plan to boost Chicago's arts scene.

Chicago Public Schools will hire nearly 500 teachers to accommodate a longer day for students. What does this mean for students and teachers? Paris Schutz has the latest.

Chicago food trucks soon may be able to cook on board, but would still have to keep away from restaurants. We hear from both sides.

Northwestern University president Morty Schapiro defends his belief that college is “the best investment of your life.”

A new Zillow report says the housing market has hit bottom, but is it the bottom? We discuss with Deal Estate's Dennis Rodkin.