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How Donald Trump’s Rise Could Impact Illinois Races

Now that Donald Trump is the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, the hand-wringing and discord within the party is growing.

Anita Alvarez Calls for Special Prosecutor in Laquan McDonald Case

In a surprise move, Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez says she wants off the Jason Van Dyke case involving the killing of Laquan McDonald. 

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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.  

May 4, 2016 - Full Show

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Has Friends of the Parks’ Opposition Cost Chicago the Lucas Museum?

After Friends of the Parks declared its opposition to any lakefront site for the Lucas Museum, Mellody Hobson, wife of movie mogul George Lucas and board member of the Lucas Museum, said they were “seriously pursuing locations outside of Chicago.” 

Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich on Challenges Facing the Church

Faced with major, ongoing financial pressure, the Archdiocese of Chicago is looking hard at its mission and membership. Archbishop Blase Cupich talks about the Chicago Catholic Church's money woes and how it might reorganize and revitalize itself.

May 3, 2016 - Full Show

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Ald. Burke's Law Firm Helps Trump Trim $11.7M Off Property Taxes

Donald Trump has racked up a number of victories in his presidential bid, but he's also been a big winner in Chicago. Hear from the Sun-Times reporters who've uncovered Trump's big tax breaks thanks to Ald. Ed Burke (14th Ward).

Indiana Primary: Front-Runner Trump, Cruz in War of Words

The barbs turned personal during Tuesday's primary battle in Indiana. Trump claimed another victory, and Cruz suspended his campaign. What will these results mean for the big picture?

Grand Budget Bargain Progress in Springfield

We have the latest on action from Springfield, including whether or not a secret budget working group has a grand bargain in the works to finally break the budget stalemate.

Lori Lightfoot, Dean Angelo Come Face-to-Face on Task Force Report

Police union president Dean Angelo denies racism in the ranks. He faces off with Police Accountability Task Force chair Lori Lightfoot over the group's scathing report.

From Vietnam to Michelin: The Journey of Chef Ryan McCaskey

In the final days of the Vietnam War, an effort to rescue thousands of babies from the country brought one of them to Chicago. Brandis Friedman shares the story of how he rose to become a Michelin-starred chef.

April 28, 2016 - Full Show

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Dennis Hastert Case Renews Questions About Nature of Sexual Predators

In court, Dennis Hastert admitted to being a sexual abuser. We hear from some professionals who treat victims of sexual predators about detecting the signs of child sexual abuse.