News Analysis with Carol Marin

Chicago Bears legend Mike Ditka is on a war path. Ditka and his group, the Gridiron Greats, want the NFL Players Association to do more for former players now plagued with a host of health problems. Carol Marin and her panel will take a closer look.
Guests: Brian DeMarco (Former NFL player), Dr. Charles Bush-Joseph (Rush University Medical Center), and Dave Duerson (NFL Players Association)

Great Lakes

Illinois takes out 2 billion gallons of water a day from Lake Michigan. But soon that may not be enough as the population continues to expand. Elizabeth Brackett looks at the critical task of preserving the Great Lakes' drinking water for the many generations to come.

Second Moon

A locally produced film wins international acclaim and a second chance screening this week at the Gene Siskel Film Center. We'll talk to the film's director and lead actor about the rave reviews the film is receiving.

Canstruction

Chicago area architects and engineers face off to create some unique designs using canned food. Christian Farr tells us what Canstruction is all about, and how it is helping to fight hunger in Illinois.

Critic for a Day

Can George Clooney, Brad Pitt and company pull off another high stakes caper? Will they displace even one lock of hair while doing it? Eric Ferguson from the Eric and Kathy show on 101.9 The Mix will review the movie Ocean's 13.

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