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Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Private NATO Donations In Hand

Most of the $36.5 million raised by private donors to cover costs for Chicago's NATO summit are in the host committee's bank account, according to a Chicago Tribune interview with committee director Lori Healey.

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Hedy Weiss: Theater Reviews

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It's being praised as one of the best performances currently on stage in Chicago. Hedy Weiss reviews Larry Yando in Angels in America and three more shows.

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Zoe Damacela

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We meet Zoe Damacela, a local fashion designer who's already getting national attention at the age of just 20.

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Parking Garage Privatization

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Yet another cost to privatizing the city's parking meters and garages: Chicago taxpayers may be on the hook for more than $200 million. 

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Aldermen Divided on Infrastructure Trust

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Many questions remain unanswered about Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposed infrastructure trust, but he may have enough aldermanic votes to get it approved on Wednesday. Eddie Arruza talks with a panel of aldermen about the controversial funding plan.

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Trains On Track For NATO Summit

Metra, Amtrak and South Shore trains will run under McCormick Place during the NATO summit next month, according to the Secret Service. Due to security measures, however, there may be delays. 

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Lin Brehmer’s 20th anniversary at WXRT

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We go behind-the-scenes with WXRT's Lin Brehmer, who is celebrating his 20th year on the air as morning drive host.

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Touch Technology

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Could the touchscreen on your smartphone or tablet actually touch you back? Ash-har Quraishi takes a look at the technology that could add more dimension to how that flat plate of glass feels.

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Revised Infrastructure Trust Vote

The Chicago City Council approved the mayor's plan 41-7 to find private backers for public improvement projects. 

 

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