Budget Impasse
AFSCME, the union representing thousands of state employees, is suing the state for workers' paychecks. Rich Samuels has the latest on the budget crisis.
Cook County Hospital Woes
These are tough financial times for Stroger Hospital and the Cook County Bureau of Health. Eddie Arruza talks with two doctors who believe things could be run much better at Stroger Hospital even under the current conditions. Joining them is the Chief Financial Officer of the Health Bureau. Guests: Dr. Gordon Schiff, Dr. Mardge Cohen, Thomas Glaser
Stock Market Roller Coaster
The stock market was highly volatile today with the Dow falling more than 380 points by the time the markets closed. We'll have analysis of what's behind the major drop. Guests: Tom Lys, Paul Larson
Flygirl
She's already a certified pilot, and now she's building her own airplane. Meet an ambitious young 14-year-old from Chicago's northwest side who is reaching for the sky.
International Home Movie Day
You know those home movies you've got stashed in a closet somewhere? This Saturday is their day to shine. It's Home Movie Day in Chicago and 59 other cities worldwide. We'll tell you about an event where you can bring your movies to be evaluated and shown. Guest: Margie Newman, Chicago Film Archives
- Chicago Cultural Center, Saturday, August 11, 3:00 - 6:00pm: Film inspection and submit for screening; 6:00pm - 9:00pm: Home Movie screening.
Home Observatory
We'll take you inside the home of a Chicago man who spared no expense to enjoy his favorite hobby. Christian Farr gives us a tour of a home observatory.
Artbeat
A new mural at the gateway of historic Edgewater gets rave reviews. We'll find out how residents, business owners and the Chicago Public Art Group worked together to show off their community pride.
- Public dedication of the Bricolage mural, 10 am, Saturday, August 11, Bryn Mawr exit of Lake Shore Drive
