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Police & Fire Pensions

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

Bill Bradley

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.

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Viewer Mail: 5/14

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

President Obama Supports Gay Marriage

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

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Illinois House Passes Controversial Bill

A bill passed in Springfield helps State Rep. Monique Davis save hundreds of thousands of dollars. We have that, and more news from the state capitol.

Andre Dawson

Hall of Famer Andre Dawson joins us to talk about his remarkable 21-year Major League career and his new book, If You Love This Game: An MVP'S Life In Baseball.

Chicago Business News: 5/9

Is an upbeat letter from Groupon's CEO enough to ease investor fears and boost the stock?

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Spring Gardening Tips

Tomato time is just around the corner. The Chicago Botanic Garden's Eliza Fournier joins us to plant some ideas about container gardens and spring projects.

Comic Book Artist Alex Ross

The superhero movie, The Avengers, is breaking box office records. We get a behind-the-scenes look at Chicago's own superhero of the comic book industry: artist Alex Ross.

Roadmap to Retirement Security

Mayor Rahm Emanuel takes his pension reform plan to Springfield, urging lawmakers to make tough changes regarding city employee pensions. We talk with Chicago's City Treasurer about the proposal.

Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis

Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis joins us to talk about a possible teachers' strike, pensions, longer school days and school reform.

Alderman Opposes Wrigley Plan

The alderman whose ward includes Wrigley Field puts his foot down on the proposed renovation of Wrigley Field. We have the latest.

Field Museum's New Meteorite

A rock from the fireball that caused a sonic boom as it fell in Nevada last month will join the Field Museum's meteorite collection on Tuesday. 

Chicago Artist Nick Cave's "Soundsuits"

We meet Chicago artist Nick Cave, and see his work: part sculpture, part costume, melding art, dance and fashion.

Anna Quindlen

Pulitzer Prize winning columnist and author Anna Quindlen shares her thoughts about aging in her memoir, Lots of Candles, Plenty of C