Stories by Michael Lipkin

Higgs Particle Findings Expected Wednesday

Physicists at the largest particle accelerator in the world are set to announce their findings on the Higgs particle on Wednesday. Fermilab's Rob Roser joins us to discuss Fermilab's own results and what to expect tomorrow.
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Madeleine Albright on ‘Prague Winter’

She was raised in war-torn Czechoslovakia, but moved up the ranks of U.S. diplomacy to the very top spot: secretary of state. We revisit a recent conversation with Madeleine Albright.
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Avondale Mural

A Northwest Side neighborhood aims to make their community stronger - and safer - with art. Jay Shefsky has the story.
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"Uncle Al Capone"

For decades, Chicago city leaders have been trying to forget Al Capone, but a new book keeps his memory very much alive. We talk with the niece of the infamous gangster about her book, "Uncle Al Capone."
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Artist Allison Lacher

We meet  Springfield bow-tying artist Allison Lacher, whose playful work can be seen at venues across central Illinois.
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New Chicago Cab Ordinance

Should customers pay higher cab fares? Paris Schutz has more on the growing debate.
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Tom Cross & John Cullerton

Illinois' new fiscal year began with no reported progress on tackling the state's deepening pension crisis. House Republican Leader Tom Cross and Senate President John Cullerton join us.
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Native Plant Gardens

We meet a man who has brought native Illinois prairie plants to his suburban condo development. They're not just beautiful; experts say native plant gardens are great for the environment. Jay Shefsky has the story.
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Ask Geoffrey: 7/2

What's hiding in the fenced-off area of Belmont Harbor? Geoffrey Baer discovers a delightful retreat in this week's edition of Ask Geoffrey.
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Chicago's Best Summer Festivals

Chicago Magazine editor Emmet Sullivan joins us with his picks for summer's best festivals.
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Viewer Mail: 7/2

Affordable Care Act

We asked for your thoughts about the Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act. We read what some of you had to say in Viewer Mail.
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Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 6/29

Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.
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Weekend Events Around Town: 6/29-7/1

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

Supreme Court Upholds Health Care Law

The U.S. Supreme Court upholds President Obama's law requirement that most Americans have health insurance. We have details and analysis of the landmark legal decision.
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Health Care Industry Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling

We hear what health care and health insurance professionals have to say about the U.S. Supreme Court upholding the Affordable Care Act.
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Local Reaction to Supreme Court Ruling on Health Care

We examine the local fallout from the Supreme Court's health care ruling. What's next for Illinois, and how does it impact statewide races? Paris Schutz has the latest.
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Political Impact of Health Care Ruling

We discuss the political impact of the health care ruling, and how it will all play out in November.
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2 Local Public Officials Arrested in Corruption Probe

Former Cook County Commissioner Joseph Mario Moreno and ex-Chicago Ald. Ambrosio Medrano have been charged with bribery, federal officials announced on Thursday.

Viewer Mail: 6/28

Bipartisan Pension Reform

We asked for your thoughts about bipartisan pension reform. We read what some of you had to say in Viewer Mail.
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City Council Passes Pot Ticket Ordinance

Ald. Sandi Jackson briefly opens up about her husband, Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr., and the City Council takes up decriminalizing pot. Paris Schutz has the latest on a frenetic day at City Hall.
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Preview of Supreme Court Health Care Ruling

One day till the Supreme Court lays down the law on the president's health care legislation. How bold or political will the court be? We break down the issues.
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CPD Teams Up with CeaseFire

Can a partnership between CeaseFire and the Chicago Police Department work? The director of the anti-violence group joins us.
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Syrian Refugees Seek Protection with Neighboring Turkey

We visit the Syrian refugee camps along the Turkish border, and share the story of a Chicago area doctor trying to help.
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On the Border: A Look Inside Kilis Refugee Camp

While on an international reporting trip in May, I visited the southern province of Turkey, Haytay, and visited Syrian refugee camps with Ash-har. Read about my experience inside Kilis refugee camp.

Chicago Business News: 6/27

Travel website Orbitz infuriates Mac users, while Kraft shows its Oreo pride. Kris Kridel of WBBM Newsradio 780 and 105.9FM has that story, and more top business news.
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"Revolver: How the Beatles Reimagined Rock 'n' Roll"

How the Beatles evolved with "Revolver." We talk with a local author who argues the album was the Beatles' artistic high-water mark.
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