Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review, July 31


On this edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review with Joel Weisman, a top Republican donor flip-flops in his support of Sen. Mark Kirk; Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the City Council get creative with taxes in an effort to nibble away at the giant budget deficit; a new study reveals that Chicago ranks first in fatal police-related shootings; Mondelez prepares to cut 600 jobs at its Southwest Side bakery; and in sports, the suddenly-surging White Sox have a successful road trip.

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Mary Wisniewski, Reuters
Bruce Dold, Chicago Tribune
Kate Grossman, Chicago Sun-Times
Bruce Levine, 670 The Score

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Monday, July 27
City Council Committee Debates ‘Chi-Raq’ Film Title
What's Next for Chicago's Pension Problems?
On 25th Anniversary, City Official Addresses Chicago’s ADA Advancements
Art Institute Exhibition Draws Attention to 'Underappreciated' Artist
Professor's Success Required Squashing Fear of Insects
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July 27, 2015 - Full Show
Writer Seeks Best Restaurants from Back Seat of Cab

Tuesday, July 28
City Council Scrambles for New Revenue in Wake of Pension Ruling
Judge: State to Pay Medicaid in Cook County
BGA: Chicago Ranks No. 1 in Fatal Police Shootings Among Top 10 Cities
Consumers to Pay Higher Gas, Electric Bills
Life After Hate
John Dillinger Returns to Crown Point with Opening of New Museum
July 28, 2015 - Full Show

Wednesday, July 29
Alderman Looks to Tax Sugary Beverages
Aldermen Weigh Options for Tackling City's Deficits, Pension Debts
Rising Rents Put the Squeeze on Many in Chicago
Students Dig for Lost Treasures in the Gold Coast
Changing Electric Bills Shouldn't Induce Sticker Shock
Ask Geoffrey
July 29, 2015 - Full Show

Thursday, July 30
Progressive Caucus Pushes Taxes Aimed at Wealthy, Corporations
Noise Complaints at O'Hare Skyrocket
What You Need to Know About the Plastic Bag Ban
The Future of Landmark Status for Chicago Buildings
Comedy Writer From Winnetka Files Lawsuit Against Conan O'Brien
July 30, 2015 - Full Show
Weekend Events Around Town: July 31-August 2

Friday, July 31
Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review, July 31
The Week in Review, July 31

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