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We hear your thoughts about some of our recent stories when we read some viewer mail.
"Myself"
By Edgar Guest
Fed Rate Cuts
With the Fed effectively cutting the short-term interest rate to zero, what does it mean for your finances? Will it be cheaper and easier to buy a new home or refinance the one you are in? WCIU's "First Business " host Tom Hudson has some sobering answers.
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.
William Cellini Indictment
Political insider William Cellini was indicted today for allegedly plotting with Tony Rezko and Stuart Levine to force an investment firm looking to do business with the state to give $1.5 million to Governor Blagojevich's campaign in exchange for a state contract. Rich Samuels reports on the latest details.
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.
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Should Roland Burris have accepted the governor's nomination for the vacated U.S. Senate seat? We hear some of your responses when we read some viewer mail.
Governor's Scandal
Rich Samuels has the latest on the governor and the Illinois House's impeachment investigation.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Elizabeth Brackett sits down with one of the architects of President-elect Barack Obama's historic run for president, David Axelrod.
Special Session in Springfield
Carol Marin is live from Springfield with the latest from the first day of the landmark special legislative session.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Elizabeth Brackett sits down for a one-on-one with Abner Mikva. Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan appointed him special assistant attorney general for the Illinois Supreme Court case she filed against the Governor Rod Blagojevich.
News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
The Dow closed down 444 points today amidst job worries and auto industry uncertainties. Eddie Arruza and his panel take a look at this crisis of confidence and where things might go from here.
Crate & Barrel Co-Founder Gordon Segal
Mayor Daley says top area CEO's are warning of mass layoffs in the coming months, and new reports indicate the nationwide jobless rate is at a 16-year high. We get insight from a top former Chicago CEO about what's happening in the private sector.
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Playoffs Baseball
As the Cubs and Sox continue their playoff quest, Rich Samuels checks in with the fans.
Ballot Controversy
A Cook County judge ruled that language on the November 4th ballot is "misleading." Christian Farr has reaction from election officials.
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