There's a new leader for Chicago Public Schools, and ahead of her is the tricky task of deciding what schools to close.

Voter ID laws have made headlines across the country. So, what are the new laws? Who is affected? And what is their purpose?

In tonight's Scientific Chicago, Ash-har Quraishi takes a look at a recent scientific study that delves deep into what happens as we recall events from our past.

After the impact of Hurricane Sandy brought the stock exchange to a halt for two days for the first time since 1888, Kris Kridel of WBBM

Has the conversation about health care gotten too politicized for real reform to happen? We talk with the former Medical Editor for ABC News on how to improve health care in America.

Hurricane Sandy has made landfall out east, but Chicago is keeping its eye on the storm as huge waves churn Lake Michigan.

Flood waters are receding in the northeast as former Hurricane Sandy moves inland. WGN's Tom Skilling joins us with why this storm has been unique and how it's affecting Chicago.

The use of unmanned drone aircraft to strike alleged terrorists has been a signature element of President Obama's war on terror. But are the attacks legal? Eddie Arruza and his panel weigh in.

A new film takes an irreverent look at the Electoral College. We talk with the co-producer of Electoral Dysfunction.

The life and work of a tough Chicago artist. We take a closer look at the painter Joan Mitchell, who expressed herself strongly during a macho era of American art.

Check Please! Host and master sommelier Alpana Singh answers your questions about wines, liqueurs and beers. She also gives some of her favorite wines for November.

As the East Coast braces itself for what’s to come, we break down the possible impact of Hurricane Sandy with a meteorologist.

The general election is 8 days away and campaigns are making their final pleas to woo voters.