Monday, August 28, 2006

News Analysis with Carol Marin
Nearly 1,300 people have been hired by Cook County this year in spite of a hiring freeze. Who was behind these new hires made after former board president John Stroger's stroke? Carol Marin and her panel discuss the latest mystery coming out of the Cook County offices. Guests: Commissioner Mike Quigley, Alderman Todd Stroger, Commissioner Tony Peraica.

Asian Carp
Scientists attending an international conference on Asian carp warn these jumping menaces could soon find their way into the great lakes unless Congress acts quickly. Rich Samuels will have the latest from Peoria.

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Lemont Little League
Although they came up short in their bid for a World Series title, the Lemont Little Leaguers gripped the state's attention. We'll talk to a few of the players from the team, as well as their proud coach. The team is auctioning off memorabilia signed by all of the players to benefit Children's Memorial Hospital. For information, contact Dr. Cindy Rigsby at (773) 880-6930, ext. 3540.

Critic for a Day
Our Critic for a Day is WGN Radio's Mr. Fix-it, Lou Manfredini. He'll tell us whether the new Mark Wahlberg movie, Invincible, is in top shape or needs some repair.

Artbeat
The Jazz Institute of Chicago celebrates the opening of the Chicago Jazz Festival with a tribute to the late Oscar Brown, Junior. Fawn Ring has the story on the Artbeat.

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