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Jan 22, 2020

Illinois’ New Senate President Don Harmon Leaving Law Firm Job

At a time when leading legislators’ private side jobs are increasingly under scrutiny, newly elevated state Senate President Don Harmon will step down as a partner at the law firm Burke Burns & Pinelli, Ltd. to focus full-time on his new leadership position.

Jan 22, 2020

U. of I. President Tim Killeen Talks Tuition Hikes, Enrollment

His contract was just renewed – and came with a 40% pay hike. University of Illinois President Tim Killeen lays out his priorities for the system and talks about the challenges it faces.

Jan 22, 2020

Lawmakers, Neighbors Debate Fixes as Beaches Shrink, Shoreline Erodes

High lake levels, fluctuating temperatures and winter storms have battered Chicago’s lakefront in recent weeks. Emergency projects are in the works to ward off further damage, but is a bigger redesign of the lakefront needed?

Jan 22, 2020

Crain’s Headlines: New York Investor Buys ‘Big Red’ for $370M

One of the standouts on Chicago’s skyline is changing hands.

Jan 22, 2020

Cook County Jail Inmates Turn Vegetable Oil into Diesel Fuel

A small group of detainees are learning how to make biodiesel fuel from reclaimed cooking oil. Hundreds of gallons have so far been produced – and thousands of dollars saved – but officials also tout the program’s rehabilitative value.

Jan 22, 2020

January 22, 2020 - Full Show

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Jan 21, 2020

Does Illinois Have the Energy to Opt out of FERC?

A Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ruling issued in December could lead to a spike in your energy bills – but then again, maybe not. It’s the latest energy battle set to play out in Springfield.

Jan 21, 2020

The Impact of Citizens United, 10 Years Later

On the 10th anniversary of one of the United States’ most divisive Supreme Court rulings, two legal analysts share their differing views on the impact Citizens United has had on campaign funding and the nation’s political process.

Jan 21, 2020

Rocks, Minerals and Gemstones Share Spotlight at Oak Brook Museum

There is now more to explore at a local museum that really rocks. We visit the Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, which recently reopened to the public.

Jan 21, 2020

How Should Chicago Handle a ‘Climate Emergency’?

Ald. Matt Martin recently introduced a resolution in City Council declaring a state of climate emergency. The plan calls for citywide budgetary measures and policies to reduce carbon emissions, but some worry about its economic impact. 

Jan 21, 2020

Pot Makes Pets Sick, Says Veterinary Group

Marijuana may produce pleasurable affects in people, but for pets, the mind-altering substance can be dangerous and even lethal, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. “We don’t want people to think it’s benign or harmless,” said Michael San Filippo of the AVMA.

Jan 21, 2020

Impeachment Arguments as Seen by Democrats, Trump Team

A look at the main points Democrats are making as they argue for President Donald Trump’s removal from office, and Trump’s response as the defense team pushes for his speedy acquittal.

Jan 21, 2020

Crain’s Headlines: Boeing Looks to Summer for 737 Max Approval

Bloomberg reports that Boeing is telling customers the grounded 737 Max jet won’t be approved to fly until June or July. That’s months later than previously anticipated.

Jan 21, 2020

January 21, 2020 - Full Show

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Jan 20, 2020

Chicago Educator, Civil Rights Activist Reflects on Legacy of MLK

Martin Luther King Jr. was known for speaking out against racial segregation, voter disenfranchisement and economic inequality. We discuss his life and legacy with a man who marched with him: Paul Adams III.