He went from playing Chicago softball to playing for the White Sox. Kevin Hickey died Wednesday at the age of 56.

The city of Chicago has approved a permit for what's thought to be the largest anti-NATO rally being held by the Coalition Against NATO/G

Ten years into the war in Afghanistan, NATO is strapped for cash and still has 100,000 troops left in the country. After this, will the alliance attempt regime change again? We look at where NATO's been and where it's going.

The city may be saying that it's business as usual during the NATO summit -- but that's not what some downtown businesses are expecting.

A new study examines how the impact of a divorce early in a child's life may cause more behavioral problems. We hear from the study's co-author.

The author of a new book shares some ideas seldom heard by graduates. He joins us.

Nathan Lane and Brian Dennehy bring the heat in The Iceman Cometh. Hedy Weiss reviews this, and three other highly recommended shows currently on Chicago stages.

Anti-NATO activists stage a demonstration, and then get arrested. Is it a prelude of what's to come? We have a full rundown of what to expect for the upcoming NATO summit.

Gov. Pat Quinn pledges to sign legislation ending free health insurance for state retirees. Carol Marin talks with state lawmakers about what else may happen during the legislative session.

We hear from the Chicago Police and Fire unions about Mayor Rahm Emanuel's so-called "Roadmap to Retirement Security" and what the rank-a

He took on Al Gore in the 2000 Democratic presidential primary. Former NBA great and U.S. Senator Bill Bradley joins us to talk about the economy, the upcoming election and his new book.

We read what some of you had to say about our theme music and our coverage of presidential candidates in tonight's Viewer Mail.

A historic pivot from President Barack Obama as he comes out in support of gay marriage.