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Performance artist and Glen Ellyn native Laurie Anderson tells us about her latest work, her third Grammy nomination and life with husband, Lou Reed. Laurie Anderson's website

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This week on Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: a judge rules mayoral candidate Rahm Emanuel can stay on the ballot, but the battle rages on in court. Meanwhile, Carol Moseley Braun flip-flops and releases her tax returns, which show she is in deep financial trouble. An income tax hike looks like it's a done deal, courtesy of the lame-duck Springfield session. President Obama names Bill Daley as his new White House Chief of Staff. A surprising new report reveals $820,000 of lavish spending on parties, booze and a bug sweep under former Chicago School Board presidents.

Today Illinois legislative leaders struck a deal for a 2.25 percent income tax increase. Will it be passed by the general assembly? We get the latest scoop from the Chicago Sun-Times Springfield Bureau Chief Dave McKinney on a busy day in Springfield.

Chicagoan Bill Daley, the former U.S. commerce secretary and brother of Mayor Daley, is taking over as White House chief of staff. We have details of this key presidential appointment.

Cook County faces a budget shortfall of almost $500 million, and new Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle has ordered across-the-board cuts. Eddie Arruza talks to three top officials about how they plan to comply.

The market made huge gains last year, but how's the financial forecast shaping up for 2011? We place our bets tonight, and find out what that might mean for your 401(k).

We talk with controversial minister Carlton Pearson about why he's decided to step down as interim senior minister at Christ Universal Temple. Watch our story from Dec. 7, 2009 about Carlton Pearson

There's a man in plain sight spying on visitors to the Museum of Contemporary Art. We find out why. MCA's Interaction Series MCA's Without You I'm Nothing: Art and Its Audience Lou Mallozzi's Experimental Sound Studio

On the campaign trail today, Miguel del Valle said he is sure he will be the "poorest" candidate in the race, but that he will have the most to offer. Carol Moseley Braun refused to elaborate on the tax returns that she released yesterday. Elizabeth Brackett has the latest on the mayoral race.

How will Cook County close a $487 million budget gap? Newly sworn-in Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joins Carol Marin for a one-on-one interview.

Chicago Tribune religion reporter Manya Brachear discusses the ousting of controversial Bishop Carlton Pearson, who replaced Christ Universal Temple's iconic Reverend Dr. Johnnie Coleman. She also talks about the Archdiocese of Milwaukee filing for Chapter 11.

Did George W. Bush's distinct personality help lead to the war in Iraq? We talk with the author of a new book that offers a psychological analysis of America's 43rd President and argues that early events in his life would later shape one of his most controversial decisions. Find out more about the book: George W. Bush and the Redemptive Dream: A Psychological Portrait

95 years ago, a primitive submarine was raised from the bottom of the Chicago River. We look at this little-known Chicago mystery. Watch the Foolkiller slideshow

A Cook County Circuit Court judge upheld the Chicago Election Board's ruling that Rahm Emanuel is eligible to appear on the ballot. Elizabeth Brackett has the details.

A shocking report from the Chicago Public Schools' inspector general: more than $800,000 of CPS funds spent on everything from parties to a search for eavesdropping devices. Eddie Arruza talks to Inspector General James Sullivan about his findings.

Chicago Sun-Times Bureau Chief Dave McKinney recaps what happened in the legislature today as the veto session winds down.

How did Oak Park influence the life and career of Ernest Hemingway? We visit the legendary scribe's west suburban hometown to unearth rare artifacts that tell the story of his youth. Learn about the Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park

What did Chicago look like more than a century ago? We view some recently discovered lost panoramas showcasing the city's rural and industrial past. See the lost panoramas at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Saving the world - one bike at a time. We talk with F.K. Day, the Chicago bicycle entrepreneur who was recently named "one of the top givers" of the year. Find out more about World Bicycle Relief

Tired of feeling foolish when trying to describe your favorite wine? No more! Master sommelier and Check, Please! host Alpana Singh joins us with some simple tips for articulating what you're tasting. Get Alpana's recipe for Hot Toddys, her tips for describing wine and more Inexpensive Wine Recommendation: Three Wishes Hot Toddy Recipe:

Carol Moseley Braun says she will not release her income tax returns until after the February 22 primary. She also says she would try to regain control of the city's privatized parking meters if she is elected mayor. Elizabeth Brackett was with the candidate today and has the latest.

Carol Moseley Braun received a nice holiday gift when James Meeks and Danny Davis both dropped out of the race-- leaving Braun as the only major African American candidate. Danny Davis joins us tonight, as well as Rev. Jesse Jackson, who helped make it happen.

Jay Cutler took a beating with six sacks as the Bears lose to the Packers in their last regular season game. On our Bears Alumni Club, we break down the game with former running back Ronnie Bull from the Bears 1963 NFL Championship team.

By his own count, Bob Edwards has conducted more than 30,000 interviews. Eddie Arruza talks to the radio host about his long career and his abrupt and controversial departure from NPR. Listen to Bob Edwards's favorite interview with Fr. Greg Boyle

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