Just when the Bears thought matters couldn't get any worse after a tough loss to the hated Green Bay Packers...they did. Pro Bowl linebacker Brian Urlacher is likely lost for the rest of the season after dislocating his wrist. We talk to former Bears great Chris Zorich about the devastating news.
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News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
The impeachment committee continued their work today in Springfield hearing extensively from Governor Rod Blagojevich's attorney, Ed Genson. Elizabeth Brackett sits down with former Cook County State's Attorney Dick Devine, the Better Government Association Executive Director, Jay Stewart and Roosevelt University's Paul Green to discuss the latest developments.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
The Obama team released the results of its own internal investigation into conversations and discussions his administration officials had with Gov. Blagojevich. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel take a look at the report.
Chicago Matters: Growing Forward
Rich Samuels looks at the prairie restoration work being done in the Nachusa Grasslands.
Republic Windows & Doors
Laid-off workers from Republic Window & Doors continue their sit-in as union leaders, Bank of America representatives and company representatives meet. Rich Samuels has the latest details.
Obama's Economic Plans
President-elect Barack Obama says his new economic team will hit the ground running given the extraordinary stresses the economy faces. Obama unveiled his team at a Chicago press conference this morning, though the names had been circulating for days. Elizabeth Brackett has the story.
City Layoffs Reduced
Mayor Daley announced today that he would reduce the number of proposed city layoffs for next year by 145 positions. Rich Samuels has more on the announcement, which city officials say is the result of negotiations between labor unions and the city.
Obama's Transition
Elizabeth Brackett reports on the president-elect's plans as he prepares for his new role.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
State Senator Emil Jones is retiring and the race is on to succeed him as senate president. Carol Marin and a panel of candidates for the position discuss why they should be senate president and how it could change the dynamic in Springfield.
Former Alderman Vrdolyak Pleads Guilty
Former Alderman Edward Vrdolyak pleaded guilty today to charges in connection with a real estate kickback scheme. The case came to light when Stuart Levine testified during Tony Rezko's trial. Carol Marin has the latest on the details surrounding the guilty plea.
Property Tax Bills
When property tax bills were mailed out earlier this month, some Cook County residents were surprised to find their bills had greatly increased. Rich Samuels has the latest from Cook County Assessor Jim Houlihan.
Early Voting
Thousands of area residents cast ballots for the candidates of their choice today. Rich Samuels tells us how you can join the increasing number of voters who are flocking to the polls before the November 4th general election.
Postseason Baseball
The Cubs are out but the White Sox are still alive. Rich Samuels has the latest on postseason baseball in Chicago.
Countrywide Financial Lawsuit Settlement
Hundreds of thousands of homeownwers who took out sub-prime loans with mortgage lender Countrywide will get a reprieve from possible foreclosure. Eddie Arruza reports on the latest details as well as the bad news about the tanking markets.
Market Plummets
The Dow lost an unprecedented 777 points today after the House failed to pass the $700 billion bailout bill. Elizabeth Brackett reports on local reaction to the Dow's drop.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Carol Marin and her panel of economists examine what has to happen with the bailout plan and on Wall Street in order to avert a total meltdown.
Government Bailout
The market dropped 373 points today as the turmoil in the country's economy continues. Will the U.S. Treasury's proposed bailout plan calm the troubled economic waters? Elizabeth Brackett explores that question with our expert panel.
Chicago Business
We take a look at how the government's big bailout is affecting Illinois companies.
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Flood Update
Senator Dick Durbin toured flooded Chicago neighborhoods today that have now been officially declared state disaster areas opening the way for more state help. Elizabeth Brackett has more on the flood clean up.
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News Analysis with Phil Ponce
Elizabeth Brackett, Rich Samuels and Carol Marin are all home from their respective trips to the political conventions. They join us in the studio to talk about what they saw and learned.
Daley Criticizes Son's Judgment
Mayor Daley today said his son's failure to reveal his interest in a company doing business with the city was a "lapse of judgment". Rich Samuels has the details.
