Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 6/29


On this edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review with Joel Weisman, we examine the impact of the health care ruling on Illinois, and analyze the media coverage surrounding the Supreme Court’s decision. A new partnership is formed between Chicago Police and CeaseFire to stem the rising gang violence. Taxi drivers, demanding a fare increase, prepare to strike during Monday morning rush hour. U.S. Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr.’s medical leave of absence raises questions. And in sports, the White Sox acquire veteran infielder Kevin Youkilis, while the Cubs’ Anthony Rizzo shines in his Wrigley Field debut.

Guests:
- Abdon Pallasch, Chicago Sun-Times
- Bruce Japsen, Forbes & New York Times
- Cheryl Corley, NPR
- Lester Munson, ESPN

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Here is a roundup of Chicago Tonight‘s web stories from this week:

Monday, June 25:
- Sen. Durbin on Immigration Law
- Pension Funding
- Recycling Center Fostering Crime?
- State of HIV/AIDS in Illinois
- The Rockford Midwestern Biennial
- Ask Geoffrey
- Viewer Mail

Tuesday, June 26:
- Illinois Drought
- Jesse Jackson, Jr. on Medical Leave
- U of C Prof: Obama's Library Should Stay Away
- In Focus: Community Gardens
- Chris Hayes on Twilight of the Elites
- Hedy Weiss: Theater Reviews
- Robert's Fish Market

Wednesday, June 27:
- City Council Passes Pot Ticket Ordinance
- Preview of Supreme Court Health Care Ruling
- CPD Teams Up with CeaseFire
- Syrian Refugees Seek Protection with Neighboring Turkey
- On the Border: A Look Inside Kilis Refugee Camp
- Chicago Business News
- Revolver: How the Beatles Reimagined Rock 'n' Roll

Thursday, June 28:
- Supreme Court Upholds Health Care Law
- Health Care Industry Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling
- Local Reaction to Supreme Court Ruling on Health Care
- Political Impact of Health Care Ruling
- 2 Local Public Officials Arrested in Corruption Probe
- Viewer Mail: Bipartisan Pension Reform

Friday, June 29:
- Weekend Events Around Town: 6/29-7/1

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