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Monday, March 22, 2010
Understanding the Health Care Legislation
Eddie Arruza tells us about some major components of the health care legislation and outlines changes that will take effect very soon.
News Analysis: Health Care
Carol Marin and her panel discuss the politics of the health care deal, and what the legislation means for major stakeholders, including patients, doctors, and insurers.
Karl Rove on Health Care
President Bush's former Senior Advisor and Deputy Chief of Staff Karl Rove weighs in on the health care debate with Joel Weisman.
Medical Records
As the debate over health care reform reaches its climatic stages, the government has already spent billions on a crucial change in patient care. We show you how some Chicago doctors are turning to computer technology, and why they say reform can't happen without it.
- Chicago Health Information Technology Regional Extension Center (CHITREC)
- Health Information Technology — The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Chicago Business
It is not just homeowners who are feeling the pinch of a tough real estate market — lots of hotels in Chicago are on the brink as well. WBBM Newsradio 780's Kris Kridel joins us with the details of that story, plus the rest of the week's business news.
GiveForward.org
We talk to the local founders of a website that provides free, personal fundraising pages for people who want to raise money for others.
Viewer Mail
We hear what you have to say about some of our recent stories when we read our viewer mail.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
News Analysis: Chicago Teachers Union President
Teachers Union President Marilyn Stewart sits down with Elizabeth Brackett to talk about the Chicago Public Schools budget.
Charity Hospitals
An Illinois Supreme Court ruling could mean state hospitals have to treat more patients for free, or else give up their tax-exempt status. We take up the issue.
Photographing Chicago — Terra Foundation Artbeat Special
We meet a pair of photographers who taught a generation of students how to capture the city.
- Web exclusive: Harry Callahan talks about his future
- Web exclusive: Aaron Siskind and Harry Callahan talk about the principles of the Institute of Design
- Web exclusive: Harry Callahan discusses the influence of Ansel Adams on his career
The History of White People
We hear from the author of a provocative new book, The History of White People.
The Nature of Diamonds
The Field Museum's exhibit on diamonds closes on Sunday, and the permanent Grainger Hall of Gems exhibit was recently given a new look. We talk to two people who helped design the exhibits.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
School Funding
A lawsuit has been filed against the state of Illinois because of the way it funds education. Elizabeth Brackett brings us the details of the case, which argues that funding schools mostly with property tax revenue is unfair and unequal.
News Analysis: Exercise Study
Does exercising for an hour a day sound overwhelming to you? If it does, you're not alone. A new study says it's crucial for women in order to maintain a healthy weight. Carol Marin and her panel take look at what it all means for your health.
Pandora's Locks
The Asian carp is not the first foreign species to invade the Great Lakes. Environmental journalist Jeff Alexander tells us about the history and repercussions of the Saint Lawrence Seaway.
Read excerpts from Pandora's Locks
CTA Art
We find out how riding the CTA can lead you to some of the city's most colorful pieces of public art.
Map of CTA Art
Arts in Transit
Art along "L" lines
The Street Stops Here
A new documentary profiles legendary New Jersey High School Basketball coach Bob Hurley. He joins us to talk about the new film and more.
The Street Stops Here
Wednesday Music
We have a performance from the cast of the Writers' Theatre production of Oh, Coward!, which celebrates the songs of the legendary playwright and composer Noel Coward.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Quinn's Reaction to Pension Reform
In a fast and surprising move, state legislators approved radical changes to Illinois' pension laws. Elizabeth Brackett reports on Governor Quinn's reaction.
News Analysis: State Pension Reform
Eddie Arruza and his panel look at how far the new pension rules will go in slowing down the state's river of red ink.
Architectural Historian Vincent Scully
A world-class architectural historian calls architect Mies Van Der Rohe “a parasite.” Geoffrey Baer introduces us to historian Vincent Scully, and we’ll hear what other surprising things he has to say about Chicago architects and architecture.
For more information about the Driehaus Prize events
For more about the University of Notre Dame architecture department
Footage of Vincent Scully lecturing came from an upcoming film about Scully produced by Checkerboard Film Foundation, New York
Karl Rove
A preview of Joel Weisman's Friday Night Show interview with conservative icon Karl Rove.
Curling
If you miss curling now that the Olympics are over, you're in luck. Chicago is playing host to the USA Mixed National Championship this week. We'll teach you the lingo and show you some curling pointers.
USA Mixed National Championship schedule
For more information about curling in Chicago
Alvin Ailey Dance Theater’s Judith Jamison
She's the cultural icon behind the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and has served as its Artistic Director for 20 years, but Judith Jamison is now retiring. She'll join us to talk about what's next for her and her company.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater website
Viewer Mail
We look into our viewer mailbox for feedback from you.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review with Joel Weisman at 7 pm
Joel and his panel discuss the week’s top headlines; Governor Quinn is backing Paul Simon’s daughter, Sheila, for his running mate; Illinois lawmakers finally pass pension reforms; U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan allegedly kept a clout list of requests to get into coveted Chicago magnet schools; President Obama signs historic health care legislation; an alleged beating by off-duty Chicago police officers was caught on tape; and the Cubs and Sox Opening Day lineups are taking shape.
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Guests:
Bruce Japsen, Chicago Tribune
Sarah Carp, Catalyst
Azam Ahmed, Chicago Tribune
Jim Litke, Associated Press
The Friday Night Show at 7:30 pm
Joel Weisman sits down with Republican strategist Karl Rove to talk about his new book, "Courage and Consequence: My Life as a Conservative in the Fight."
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