Wednesday, August 03, 2005

War on Corruption
The war on public corruption being waged by the U.S. Attorney's office has snared a millionaire businessman and two prominent Chicago attorneys. It's all part of a bigger investigation into Illinois state boards. Eddie Arruza reports on Patrick Fitzgerald's latest targets.

News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Chicago's real estate market shows no signs of slowing down. Does that mean you should be concerned about a bubble? And are ever-rising home prices a good thing? Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take a look at the forces behind the market. Guests: Peter Skosey, Metropolitan Planning Council; Sharon Stangenes, Chicago Tribune; and David Ruttenberg, The Belgravia Group.

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Alderman Natarus
One of Chicago's most colorful aldermen, Burt Natarus, is back in our studio. We'll talk about cell phones, smoking bans, and anything else that's on his mind.

Artbeat
It's a rare behind-the-scenes look at The Lion King. Witness the make-up transformation that turns a local actor into a villainous lion.

Chicago Filmmakers
We'll have a sneak peek at a film festival that highlights the best independent short films of the past decade - all made by Chicagoans. Click here for information about filmmaking camp.

Culinary Camp
We'll visit the teen cooking camp at Kendall College as the program enters its final session for this summer.

Typewriter Repairman
Meet the Chicago man who can fix your old typewriter. While his life's work may be stuck in the last century, he says he still has more than enough business to keep going into the future. Independence Business Machines, 1623 West Montrose, Chicago, 773-248-5548. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 am - 2 pm, Saturday 10 pm - 1 pm.

One More Thing...
...about holiday cards during the summer.

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