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The Week in Review: The Rapidly Changing Mayoral Race
More candidates mull a run for Chicago mayor while others remove themselves from the race. An agreement on a federal consent decree is reached. And Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke opts to have a jury trial.
The Battle Over Judge Brett Kavanaugh
Former U.S. Supreme Court clerks weigh in on Brett Kavanaugh’s raucous confirmation hearings – and his chances for confirmation.
Emanuel Stuns Chicago, Rocks Mayor’s Race
What does the mayor’s decision to not seek re-election mean to challengers – and potential challengers – in the 2019 race? Local political reporters weigh in.
Michael Cohen Plea, Paul Manafort Verdict: Examining the Fallout
Assessing the impact of a guilty verdict and plea deal on the presidency of Donald Trump: a discussion with former federal prosecutor Patrick Cotter.
Bombshell Report Rocks Catholic Church
Local reaction to a stunning two-year grand jury investigation that details alleged sexual abuse of more than 1,000 individuals by 300 “predator priests” – and a cover-up by church officials.
Day 3 of Jury Deliberations in Trial of Paul Manafort
The jury asked no major questions of the judge Monday – and delivered no verdict. Renato Mariotti joins us to discuss jury deliberations and more.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: Editorial Boards Push Back
Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the warning from top U.S. intelligence and security leaders over continued Russian attempts to influence American elections.
The Week in Review: Campaign Season ‘Officially’ Kicks Off at State Fair
Democrats and Republicans tee off at the Illinois State Fair. Two high-profile trials grip the city. Elon Musk’s O’Hare express project is shrouded in secrecy. And the Cubs early playoff atmosphere.
Chicago’s Connection to the Paul Manafort Trial
Defense lawyers for Paul Manafort, President Donald Trump’s former campaign chairman, rested their case Tuesday without calling a single witness.
More Resignations at Willow Creek Church In #MeToo Scandal
Willow Creek Community Church, based in South Barrington, is undergoing a seismic shift. Chicago Tribune religion reporter Manya Brachear Pashman joins us with the latest.
Banning Alex Jones: A Dangerous Move for Free Speech?
Controversial conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has been banned by several social media platforms. Were they within their their rights, or is this censorship?
Blair Kamin on NU Athletic Center, Jeanne Gang Apartment Tower
We take an inside look at Northwestern University's new $270 million athletic center and Jeanne Gang’s new environmentally conscious apartment tower in Hyde Park.
Trump Amps Up Assault on Media, the ‘Enemy of the People’
Ivanka Trump splits with her father over his attack on journalists. Is the president’s rhetoric increasingly dangerous?
The Week in Review: Trump Visits Illinois to Tout Trade Policies
President Trump visits downstate to tout trade. Mayoral candidate Willie Wilson comes under fire. Activists plan to protest at Wrigley Field. And a draft plan for reforming the Chicago Police Department.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: Heartland Alliance and ‘Zero Tolerance’
The Heartland Alliance faces tougher licensing after it takes in children separated the Trump administration’s “zero tolerance” immigration policy.
‘Historic’ Deal Creates Chicago’s Only Public Law School
The University of Illinois at Chicago is merging with the John Marshall Law School, creating the first and only public law school in Chicago.
Chicago Tribune Food Critic Phil Vettel Comes Out of the Shadows
After 29 years of trying to stay anonymous, the Chicago Tribune’s restaurant critic has decided to reveal his face.
Luxury Property Sales Booming in Chicago, But So Are Foreclosures
Chicago is still the second city when it comes to foreclosures, but at the other end of the real estate spectrum, luxury property sales are booming.
Survival Training Leads to Book on Arctic Wilderness Exploration
How professor Joe Wilkins went from a University of Illinois at Springfield classroom to exploring the dangerous wilds of the Gates of the Arctic National Park in Alaska.
Trump: Putin’s Election Meddling Denial ‘Strong and Powerful’
President Donald Trump is calling a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin “deeply productive.” We get reaction to the historic Helsinki meeting.
Roundtable: Viral Video, Gubernatorial and Mayoral Races
The political fallout caused by the viral video showing a Cook County Forest Preserve officer not helping a woman being harassed.
Trump Picks Brett Kavanaugh for Supreme Court
The battle has just begun over President Donald Trump’s Supreme Court nominee to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy.
WBEZ, ProPublica Investigation Reveals Thousands of Duplicate Tickets
In its investigative series “Driven Into Debt,” ProPublica Illinois and WBEZ found Chicago has issued 20,000 duplicate tickets since 2007. We speak with the reporters who broke the story.
The Week in Review: Pfleger Refuses to Back Down
The Rev. Michael Pfleger vows to shut down the Dan Ryan Expressway. A Chicagoan is on President Trump’s short list for the Supreme Court. Animal rights activists protest the firing of the city shelter chief. And the Cubs are red hot.
Web Extra, The Week in Review: Capital Gazette Shooting
Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the fatal shooting June 28 of five employees of the Capital Gazette in Annapolis, Maryland.
