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News Analysis with Phil Ponce Judy Baar Topinka is eyeing the governor's mansion. Phil Ponce and his panel of political pundits assess her chances. Guests: Craig Dellimore, Greg Hinz and Carlos Hernandez Gomez Terry Hillard Chicago's former police superintendent Terry Hillard has written a new book, Chicago Police: An Inside View. We'll talk to him about his work, his legacy and the city's changing crime numbers.

This week on Chicago Sunday: Cook County Board President John Stroger has just announced he will run for a fourth term amid talk of budget deficits, tax increases, cronyism, and in-fighting on the board he leads. Phil Ponce talks with him about his chances for re-election.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Mayor Daley unveils $5 billion budget, Governor Blagojevich feeling the heat of federal hiring probe, Rosa Parks remembered, an allegedly racist dorm party embarrasses the University of Chicago, another O'Hare project over budget, and the Bulls off to an exciting start. Guests:

Washington Notebook Chicago's U.S. Attorney Patrick Fitzgerald has been a busy guy lately. Today he was in Washington for the arraignment of former vice presidential aide Scooter Libby. Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet has the latest on Fitzgerald's case and other notes from D.C.

Mayor's Proposed Budget A 20-cent-a-pack hike in the city's cigarette tax awaits smokers if Mayor Daley has his way. Rich Samuels briefs us on the mayor's proposed 2006 Chicago budget and tells us why aldermen may not rubber stamp it.

City Alleges Fraud Chicago news media late this afternoon flocked to the loop office of a company the city claims falsified medical tests for city employees. Rich Samuels reports on the city's allegations and the actions it's taking.

President Bush's High Court Nominee Four days after Harriet Miers told President George Bush she was withdrawing her name from consideration for Supreme Court Justice, the President today nominated another potential successor to Sandra Day O'Connor. But if the Republican right had problems with Ms. Miers, now it seems Senate Democrats have some reservations over the new nominee, federal judge Samuel Alito. Rich Samuels has the reaction to the nomination from Senators Dick Durbin and Barack Obama.

This week on Chicago Sunday: The Chicago White Sox official historian talks with Phil about the 2005 World Champion Chicago White Sox and whether or not it's the start of a new sports dynasty. Then, Eddie Arruza takes us on a tour of the new home for one of the oldest culinary arts schools in the country - Washburne Culinary Institute. The school has just moved into the South Shore Cultural Center and has opened a new restaurant that is open to the public.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review Chicago erupts after White Sox sweep, Governor Blagojevich feels the heat of state hiring probe, O'Hare expansion back on track, big changes on the Chicago radio landscape, and will the Tribune company have to sell the Cubs? Guests:

Congratulations Chicago White Sox! This afternoon the world champion White Sox landed at Midway Airport. Rich Samuels was there and brings us the flavor of that celebration. That nail-biting, one-to-nothing win in Houston was less than 24 hours ago, ending 88 years of frustration. Our old pals, "The Sportswriters" share their reflections. Phil Ponce and his panel look at what the victory could mean to the economic future of the Sox, the city, and specifically, the south side.

Sox Win Game 3 With a dramatic 14th inning home run by a player a lot of people had never heard of, the Sox are one game away from winning the World Series. Wwe'll set the scene for tonight's huge game. Guests: Tom Shaer, Josh Liss Mayor Daley's Day A sleep-deprived Mayor Daley was among the many tired White Sox fans today who are anticipating a World Series championship. Eddie Arruza reports on the city's security preparations if – or when – the south siders clinch.

News Analysis with Phil Ponce Phil Ponce and his guests talk about the life and legacy of "the mother of the civil rights movement," Rosa Parks, who died last night at age 92. Guests: Timuel Black, Joy Bivins

White Sox Weekend Wins The magic continues on the south side with another dramatic win for the White Sox. Our pals "The Sportswriters" take a look back at an incredible weekend, and a look ahead to tomorrow's game three in Houston. Mayoral Sox Fan Chicago's White Sox fan of record is hoping for a sweep. Rich Samuels has the latest from Mayor Daley.

This week on Chicago Sunday: Former FBI director Louis Freeh has just written a new book entitled My FBI. He sits down with Phil Ponce and talks about investigating Bill Clinton and fighting terrorism and the mafia. Then, the White Sox of 1917 were the last Chicago ball club to win the World Series. In our Chicago Stories segment Rich Samuels takes a close look at the team many hope will be surpassed by the White Sox of 2005.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review White Sox fever grips the city, poll numbers dive for Governor Blagojevich, new Chicago Board of Trade stock soars, Metra hiking fares, and Chicago's parking ticket amnesty program expanded. Guests:

Chicago's World Champs? The White Sox are gearing up for their World Series opener with the Houston Astros. Rich Samuels has the latest from U.S. Cellular Field.

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett To run or not to run - that's the question facing state treasurer Judy Baar Topinka. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel handicap the Republican gubernatorial field. Guests: Paul Green, Chris Robling Louis Freeh Former FBI director Louis Freeh has just written a new book My FBI: Bringing Down the Mafia, investigating Bill Clinton and Waging War on Terror. Phil Ponce talks with him about all of that.

News Analysis with Phil Ponce As the White Sox prepare to face either the Cardinals or the Astros, just how much of an economic boon will the World Series mean to Chicago? Phil Ponce and his panel debate the issue. Guests: Allan Sanderson, Marc Ganis Chicago Matters In our Chicago Matters series "Money Talks," we'll take a look at the world of philanthropy from the Latino perspective. Eddie Arruza reports on how Latinos are becoming a driving force in philanthropic causes.

On Chicago Tonight: The world series in Chicago. That must have been a full moon last night. We'll reassemble our old pals, the sportswriters, for White Sox talk tonight, plus a look back at the 46-year drought, and a look ahead to the series. Later, Phil Ponce's interview on a wide range of topics, with governor Blagojevich. And one more thing about the night in 1959 when Jungle Jim Rivera, the Go-Go Sox, and the rest of the city celebrated the White Sox victory that clinched a pennant.

The Blagojevich Archive takes us back to 2005 when Governor Rod Blagojevich appeared on Chicago Tonight for a one-on-one discussion about various topics.

This week on Chicago Sunday: Coming up Monday on Chicago Tonight, Governor Rod Blagojevich sits down with Phil Ponce to discuss a wide range of issues facing the state. On today's Chicago Sunday, a preview of that interview. Then, we'll hear from Hershey Felder, star of the new one man show Monsieur Chopin, which just opened at the Royal George Theater. Felder talks to Chicago Sun-Times theater critic and Channel 11 contributor Hedy Weiss.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review The White Sox head to Anaheim after controversial call, Governor Blagojevich's health care plan for kids facing criticism, Chicago's concrete program under fire, Mayor Daley proposes year-round schooling, winter gas bill help for the poor, and the Bears prepare for the Vikings. Guests:

Discussion of current affairs. Check Please! Supper Club Gene & Georgetti Recipe for Chicken Alla Joe

White Sox' Game Two Bob Sirott reports from U.S. Cellular Field as the White Sox prepare to face the Angels in game two of the American League Championship Series tonight. Corruption Trial There was more emotion on the witness stand at the corruption trial of former governor George Ryan. Rich Samuels has the details.

Jerry Reinsdorf Bob Sirott reports from U.S. Cellular Field, as the White Sox prepare to take on the Los Angeles Angels. He talks to Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf. News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett How well is Chicago prepared to cope if the deadly avian flu makes the jump from birds to humans? Health officials now say the likelihood of an outbreak is very high. Elizabeth Brackett talks with some Chicago health experts. Guests: Dr. John Flaherty; Dr. Craig Conover; Dr. Constance Pachucki

News Analysis with Phil Ponce White Sox fans are ecstatic after Friday's Red Sox sweep. Phil Ponce's panel previews tomorrow's American League championship game. Guests: Ron Kittle, Tom Shaer, and Lou Canellis. Bears Alumni Club In Chicago we can't have good sports news without some bad as well. Super Bowl Bears tight end Emery Moorehead breaks down the Bears' latest debacle — and reminisces about better football times.