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Crain’s Headlines: Traffic at Midway Drops to 20-Year Lows

Traffic at Midway Airport dropped last year to its lowest level in two decades—and the decline is likely to continue as long as the Boeing 737 Max is grounded.

February 10, 2020 - Full Show

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Joe Walsh: ‘I Would Support Any Democrat’ Over Trump

Declaring President Donald Trump unbeatable in a Republican Party that has become a “cult,” former U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh says he will do everything he can to help a Democrat – any Democrat – defeat Trump in November.

Chicago Film Critics Weigh in on Oscars 2020, CFCA Awards

Brad Pitt is expecting to grab his first Oscar ever this Sunday night. Two local film critics share their predictions for this year’s awards.

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State Offers Guidance on Medical Pot

A little more than a month after Illinois legalized marijuana, questions remain about whether the program is as equitable as promised. The popularity of pot is also affecting medical users.

Historic Near North Houses Headed for Landmark Status

A proposed new landmark district aims to protect historic Chicago homes from demolition, but some owners worry it will tie their hands.

Advocates Push for Protections Amid Fears of Obama Center Displacement

The proposed 20-acre Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park is raising new concerns about property values and lower-income residents getting pushed out of the area.

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In Chicago, Legal Pot Could be Just the Beginning. Are Mushrooms Next?

Chicago could become the largest city in the nation to decriminalize natural psychedelics like mushrooms and peyote.

Ask Geoffrey: ‘The Unicorn Song’ and Its Chicago Origins

What does a song about a mythical creature have to do with one of Chicago’s most prolific – and unusual – artists? Geoffrey Baer explains.

Crain’s Headlines: Brookfield Zoo President to Step Down

No departure date has yet been set for Stuart Strahl, who announced to his board of trustees that he is heading for the exit after 17 years at the helm.

February 6, 2020 - Full Show

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Spotlight Politics: Former State Lawmakers in Trouble

There are more reports of alleged bad behavior involving former state lawmakers. Our politics team digs into that and more in our weekly roundtable.

‘Sweeping’ TIF Changes … But Are They Enough?

As a candidate, Lori Lightfoot pledged to overhaul the tax increment financing system. On Wednesday, her administration unveiled how it's beginning to make good on that promise. 

Trump Wins Acquittal, But Ukraine Saga Far From Over

A full accounting of President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine, stemming in large part from the foreign policy entanglements pursued by personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, remains unfinished despite Trump’s acquittal Wednesday in the Senate.

Marin Alsop Named Chief Conductor, Curator of Ravinia

Ravinia Festival just announced a major new hire, and she comes with an amazing pedigree: conductor Marin Alsop was mentored by Leonard Bernstein.