This week on Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review, the markets’ rough rollercoaster ride this week is both hurting and helping some Chicago companies. Mayor Rahm Emanuel vigorously defends a $150 million property tax increase for the Chicago Public Schools. Former Mayor Daley may be named a defendant in former police commander Jon Burge’s torture conspiracy case. And in sports, the Soldier Field turf war overshadows the Bears’ pre-season opener.
Guests:
- Mary Ann Ahern, NBC-5 News
- Greg Burns, Chicago Tribune
- Chris Fusco, Chicago Sun-Times
- Mike Mulligan, WSCR 670 The Score Sports Radio
- Charles Thomas, ABC7 News
Here is a roundup of Chicago Tonight‘s web stories from this week:
Monday, August 8:
- Electronic Medical Records
- Daren Wendell: Swim to Chicago
Tuesday, August 9:
- Race Study can Predict Ability to Remember Faces
- Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Leadership
- Chase to Bring More Than 400 Jobs to Chicago
Wednesday, August 10:
- Consumer Tips from “The Fixer”
- Blues Camp
- Paddleboarding
Mayoral News:
- New Efficiency Plans for the Department of Buildings
unPHILtered Blog:
- A Beautiful Hand
Thursday, August 11:
- Ragdale: Artist Community & Retreat
- “The Interrupters”: Fighting Chicago Violence
Friday, August 12:
- Weekend Events Around Town
