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Monday, November 2, 2009
 Chicago Mayor Richard Daley talks to us about the city budget and his ideas on how to stimulate Chicago’s economy during these tough economic times. The Chicago Sinfonietta is performing a concert of works that inspire laughter. We speak with the orchestra’s guest conductor.


 
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One-on-One with Mayor Richard Daley

Chicago Mayor Richard Daley sat down with Eight Forty-Eight's Alison Cuddy to offer his solutions for high unemployment rates, and growing youth violence.

Music Button: The New Master Sounds, "Give Me A Minute Pt. 2", from the CD 102%, (3 On The B)

Posted on 11.2.2009
Recession Road Trip Passes Through Chicago Area

We talk with writer Christina Davidson, who’s chronicling her “Recession Road Trip” across America for the Atlantic magazine.

Posted on 11.2.2009
Seasonal Help Wanted

As part of our series Hard Working, we find out more about seasonal jobs and hiring.

Music Button: Louis Armstrong, "'Zat You Santa Clause?--The Heavy Remix", from the CD Verve Remixed Christmas, (Verve)

Posted on 11.2.2009
Latinos Seek Control of Second Federal Savings

Meeting is later today in Little Village.

Music Button: Beastie Boys, "Suco de Tangerina", from the CD The Mix Up, (Capitol)

Posted on 11.2.2009
Classical Music that Works your Funny Bone

The Chicago Sinfonietta is performing a concert of works that inspire laughter. We speak with the orchestra’s guest conductor.

Posted on 11.2.2009
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