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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.

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."

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.

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.

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?

Chicago's Best Summer Festivals

Chicago Magazine editor Emmet Sullivan joins us with his picks for summer's best festivals.

Viewer Mail: 7/2

We asked for your thoughts about the Supreme Court's decision on the Affordable Care Act.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Viewer Mail: 6/28

We asked for your thoughts about bipartisan pension reform. We read what some of you had to say in Viewer Mail.