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Trump, Clinton Face Off: Debate Prep, Tactics and Possible Pitfalls

Donald Trump attacks the media, and his accusers, as Hillary Clinton finds herself with a lead in national polls. A preview of what might be in store for Wednesday's final debate.

Augmented Reality App Offers New Look at Eastland Disaster

A remarkable new app brings us face-to-face with the 1915 Chicago tragedy.

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In East Chicago, Fallout from Toxic Soil Runs Deep in Community

East Chicago residents are getting the toxic soil dug out of their yards. But why has it taken the EPA so long to begin cleaning up these neighborhoods?

Civil Rights Icon on America’s Racial Divide, Then and Now

Ruby Bridges became a civil rights icon at the age of 6, when she became the first African-American child to attend a previously all-white elementary school in New Orleans. She joins us in discussion.

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Ask Geoffrey: What’s the Plan for Lake Calumet?

Lake Calumet has changed shape and purpose many times over the years. Geoffrey Baer takes a look at its past and future in this week’s edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Local Officials Scoff at Trump’s Claims of ‘Rigged Election’

How difficult is large-scale voter fraud, and how are Illinois officials assuring the integrity of the upcoming election?

October 18, 2016 - Full Show

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Vintage Sculpture ‘Concrete Traffic’ Goes for a Joyride

A concrete Cadillac goes for a spin. We look at the restoration of this unusual work of art–and how it cemented its reputation.

IPRA Chief on Police Accountability, New Oversight Agency

Sharon Fairley, the head of the city's Independent Police Review Authority, is here to talk about the new police oversight agency set to replace it.

Challenge and Change at The Second City

Second City cast members report racist audience outbursts, and some cast and management have left the venerable theater. We take a closer look at recent changes with theater critic Chris Jones.

Eighth Blackbird Takes Flight at Arts Club of Chicago

The Grammy Award-winning ensemble Eighth Blackbird performs this weekend at the Arts Club of Chicago. We hear from them in conversation and performance.

Alderman’s Plan to Extend 606 Trail Faces Numerous Challenges

Chicago’s 606 trail is only a little over a year old and already there is an ambitious proposal to extend it. 

Strike Deadline Looms for UNO Charter School Network, Teachers Union

The city narrowly missed a massive teachers’ strike last week, but another is brewing for parents at a major charter school operator.

October 17, 2016 - Full Show

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Local Crafting Group Knits Refugees, Immigrants Together

Immigrant and refugee women find joy, companionship and healing in knitting. Jay Shefsky takes us to their workshop.