Tuesday, February 09, 2010 - 27°F
Discussion of current affairs.
Iran told the U.N. International Atomic Energy Agency Monday that it would begin enriching its stockpile of uranium to 20 percent purity for a medical reactor, renewing calls from U.S., Russian and French officials for a tougher approach and unified action against Tehran.
With almost all of the votes tallied, opposition candidate Viktor Yanukovych claimed a victory over Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko by a slim margin in Sunday's presidential runoff in Ukraine, although Tymoshenko refused to concede defeat by Monday evening local time.
Once a hub of innovation, Detroit's now stands as the symbol of an industry's struggle for progress. As much of the world looks to faster, cleaner and more modern transportation, the Blueprint America series on infrastructure examines the future of the Motor City and transportation in America.
New Orleans is riding high on the momentum of Sunday's Super Bowl upset by the hometown Saints over the Indianapolis Colts. And for a city still rebuilding from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, the championship signifies the spirit of survival in the Big Easy.
The New Orleans Saints defeated the Indianapolis Colts in the Super Bowl, offering hope for a city still recovering from Hurricane Katrina.
Could the straightforward checklists used by airline pilots also help save lives in the operating room? Dr. Atul Gawande's book, "The Checklist Manifesto," examines how lists can reduce risk in the medical field and beyond.

In a year when Chicago celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Burnham Plan and pursues 2016 Olympic Games bid, Chicago Tonight examines the challenges and opportunities for a sustainable Chicago. Take the journey "Beyond Burnham" with us.

Alpana Singh, from Check, Please! and WTTW's popular producer and host Geoffey Baer are ready to answer your questions. Ask Alpana about wine and spirits and restaurants or Ask Geoffrey a question about a topic he loves and knows well - the stunning architecture - in our region.

A Chicago Tonight special series on money, credit and banking, retirement, small businesses, and how the government plays a role in fixing the ailing economy. Watch Now.

How is Chicagoland facing the mortgage crisis? Follow the chain of events that led up to the mortgage crisis in our interactive timeline, chart foreclosures in your neighborhood, share your thoughts, and discover resources that are available to help.