News Analysis with Carol Marin
The Vatican caused controversy Tuesday when it released a document that sought to clarify the Roman Catholic Church as "the one true church." Carol Marin and her panel take a closer look at papal language. Guests: Rev. Thomas Baima, William Schweiker, Rev. Donald Senior
Artbeat Chicago
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have produced more cases of traumatic brain injury than any previous war. Elizabeth Brackett and her panel discuss what the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is doing to help Illinois veterans. Guests: Tammy Duckworth, Dr. Felise Zollman
Missing Bees
Rich Samuels tells us why Illinois beekeepers are concerned about the phenomenon called "Colony Collapse Disorder," and how a decline in insect pollinators might impact your dinner table.
State Budget Crisis
Governor Rod Blagojevich and legislative leaders today agreed to seek a one-month budget extension. Rich Samuels has the latest on that, as well as reports that the governor's commutes from Chicago to Springfield are costing us a bundle.
CTA Funding Crisis
The CTA is threatening fare hikes and service cutbacks, and the RTA proposes two tax increases. Rich Samuels has the latest on the public transportation funding crisis.
Corruption Investigation
The ongoing corruption investigation by federal prosecutors may now be closer to Governor Rod Blagojevich. The Chicago Tribune reports that the feds have subpoenaed the governor's campaign fund records. Guest: Jay Stewart, Better Government Association
Illinois' Electricity Crisis
The utility companies ComEd and Ameren Corp. added almost $400 million to their rate relief package in hopes of staving off a new freeze on electricity rates. Elizabeth Brackett looks at the electricity crisis in Illinois.
News Analysis with Carol Marin
Return of the Cicadas
Rich Samuels takes a closer look at a very loud bug that's been waiting 17 years to make an appearance. It's the return of the cicada.
Summer Reading
Chicago-area book lovers share their summer reading picks. Guests: Jessa Crispin, Al Gini and Kimberla Lawson Roby.
Hedy Weiss Theater Reviews
Chicago Sun-Times theater critic Hedy Weiss reviews three more productions now running on Chicago area stages.
Political Round-Up
Senator Barack Obama's presidential campaign continues to endure intense scrutiny. Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet joins us from the campaign trail.
News Analysis with Eddie Arruza
A new study released Wednesday says that Chicago's suburban bird population has been particularly hard hit by the West Nile virus. What does that mean for our bird population and are there any public health threats? Eddie Arruza and his panel will take a look.
Guests: Dr. Eric Whitaker, Judy Pollock
News Analysis with Christian Farr
The U.S. Army has some new rules in place for soldiers using the internet. Now, e-mails and blogging require clearance, and access to popular social networking websites is banned. But is the military taking away a threat - or therapy? Guests: Blake Dvorak, Deborah Somers, Shawn Healy
Studs Terkel
Chicago celebrates Studs Terkel's 95th birthday. The legend himself will join us live in the studio.
Housing Victory
Mayor Daley scored a victory today as his affordable housing legislation passed the city council with only two dissenting votes. Housing activists wanted more but were pleased with the first-ever set-aside legislation passed. Elizabeth Brackett has details.
Vrdolyak Indicted
Federal prosecutors say former Chicago alderman Eddie Vrdolyak has been indicted on charges of fraud and bribery. Rich Samuels was at the federal building and will have all the details. Read the Vrdolyak Indictment
City Council
We'll look at the last City Council meeting for six allies of Mayor Daley — allies of his who lost at the polls.
News Analysis with Elizabeth Brackett
Gas prices are reaching record highs this year, well ahead of the summer driving season. We'll tell you why this is happening and give you some practical suggestions to help you save at the pump. Guests: David Sykuta, Beth Mosher
Senate President Emil Jones' ComEd Ties
New revelations about State Senate President Emil Jones' ties to Commonwealth Edison are adding to the debate over the possible re-institution of an electric rate freeze. Carol Marin will be here with the details.
Obama in the Headlines
Sen. Barack Obama said today that America can still play the role of preeminent world leader. But it was local politics that got him in trouble on the Sun-Times' front page. New ties between indicted power broker Tony Rezko and Obama have surfaced. Elizabeth Brackett reports.
News Analysis with Christian Farr
Part of Mayor Daley's Olympic dream became a reality this weekend after Chicago beat L.A. Now that we're in the running for the games, just how beneficial would it be to host the 2016 Olympics? Guests: Marilee Stepan Wehman, 1952 Olympian; Rob Baade, Lake Forest College; Ben Shields, co-author, "The Elusive Fan"
Hydrogen Technology
General Motors brought its hydrogen-powered passenger vehicle to Des Plaines today. Rich Samuels will fill us in on its zero-emission technology.
