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Distorted Memories

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.

"1,001 Days in the Bleachers"

Former Chicago Reader sports columnist Ted Cox shares some of his favorite stories from 25 years of covering Chicago sports. 

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Web Extra: Remembering Jack Pardee

Former Bears coach Jack Pardee has died at age 76. We revisit a 1977 episode of WTTW's Feedback program featuring Pardee.

Controversy Over CPS Open Hearings

The rhetoric heats up in anticipation of Wednesday's school board meeting. Some critics say their voices are being excluded. Paris Schutz has the latest.

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Cook County Jail Near Capacity

Cook County Jail is near capacity. With summer approaching, we talk with three top county officials about what can be done.

Sequestration's Impact Looms

A month after the federal government's sequestration cuts, economists still disagree on their impact. Will 750,000 jobs be lost or 300,000? University of Chicago professors Austan Goolsbee and Steven Kaplan join us.

Local Religion Reporter on Vatican Trip

Pope Francis is quickly putting his own mark on the papacy.

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Chicago Violence

After a bloody January, the first quarter of 2013 ends with homicides at historic lows. But what do the numbers really mean? Paris Schutz has the latest.

April 1 Self-Imposed Deadline for Wrigley Field Talks

Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts set April 1 as a deadline for working out a deal on Wrigley Field negotiations. We hear from rooftop owners and Lakeview residents on what could be holding up a deal.

The Race for Governor

It’s one year away, but the governor’s race is already shaking things up dramatically across Illinois.

Baseball Artist

As a kid growing up in Wrigleyville, Margie Lawrence developed a love of baseball and baseball players. But it was her love for a Wrigley Field beer vendor that inspired her to become a baseball artist. Jay Shefsky has a profile.

Historic Black Radio Station Celebrates 50 Years On Air

WVON hit the airwaves on April 1, 1963. We look at the past, present and future of “The Talk of Chicago.”

Ask Geoffrey: 4/1

What's the story behind tiny houses with exceptionally large front yards?

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The city's top watchdog wants unfettered access to city documents and records -- but the Illinois Supreme Court says no; that it's up to

City Nets $100M Loan to Spruce Up Riverwalk

The nation’s top transportation official announces a $100 million federal loan to the city to revitalize the Chicago Riverwalk.