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Curiosity Speeding Toward Mars

It's one of NASA's most daring undertakings. The Curiosity rover is set to land on Mars on August 6, and the lead scientist of NASA's Mars Exploration Program is here to tell us about the mission, including the so-called "seven minutes of terror."

Chicago's Hot Weather

Chicago is on pace to break the record for the most 90-degree days. What is causing the prolonged heat wave, and is this a sign for what's to come in future summers? A meteorologist from the National Weather Service joins us.

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Frank Lloyd Wright's Early Life & Career

The Frank Lloyd Wright you may not know -- young, inexperienced, and trying to find his way in the vast city of Chicago. A new exhibition takes a rare look at the architect's early years.

Blues Camp

Kids from around the country come to a Chicago summer camp to learn to play the blues. We revisit Blues Camp.

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Schools, Teachers Weigh In On Fact Finder's Report

The School Board and the union rejected a report that was originally meant to strike a compromise between Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union. Now, a 30-day countdown begins to a possible teacher's strike. We talk with Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard and a union rep about the messy path forward.

Austan Goolsbee

We speak with former top White House economist Austan Goolsbee about Chicago's job performance.

Chicago Business News: 7/18

The Chicago Tribune looks set to finally emerge from bankruptcy, while the disgraced head of futures brokerage PFGBest says "it

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Summer Reading

Three Chicago literary experts join us to discuss their top choices for summer reading.

Emanuel on CTA Improvements & Schools Report

A big investment in CTA maintenance facilities with the promise of new jobs and faster bus repair. We hear how much it will cost and where the city is getting the money.

Fed Chairman Testifies

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke predicts job growth will be frustratingly slow, and calls on Congress to change course.

Asian Carp: Taste of the Town

We show you how striking a balance between economics and the environment could help prevent an Asian carp invasion.

Business Ethics

A spate of financial scandals has created a crisis of confidence among many investors. We delve into the murky world of business ethics.

"A Condition of Doubt"

What is hypochondria? And how should doctors treat people who suffer from excessive worrying about their health? The author of a book exploring this topic joins us.

Latest on CPS, Teachers Union Contract Negotiations

The Chicago Teachers Union says an arbitrator is recommending a big raise for teachers. We look at what this may mean for negotiations between teachers and the school board.

Becoming A Man

Can playing sports like archery and handball cut down violent crimes among students? A new study shows some dramatic -- and positive -- results.