Chicago Newsroom: The Future of Journalism

With daily newspapers folding at an alarming rate, how can quality journalism be sustained? Ken Davis is joined by John Nichols and Robert McChesney to discuss their new book, "The Death and Life of American Journalism: The Media Revolution That Will Begin the World Again." Steve Rhodes, journalist, blogger, and proprietor of the Beachwood Reporter is also featured.

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ADAPT: Breaking Stereotypes by Example

Radio host Horacio Esparza discusses his program "Radio Vida Independiente," the first show dedicated entirely to disability rights and issues.

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Bomb Power: The Modern Presidency and the National Security State

Author Garry Wills discusses how the atomic bomb has increased the power of the modern presidency and redefined the government as a national security state.

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Human Rights Watch:
Blood Diamonds in Zimbabwe

Human Rights Watch member, Tiseke Kasambala, discusses the forced labor and torture of diamond mine workers by the police and military in Zimbabwe's Marange district.

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Black Panther Party In Retrospect:
The Assassination of Fred Hampton & Mark Clark

Former members of the Black Panther Party discuss the history and culture of the party and the murder of Fred Hampton.

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Cook County Board President Candidates Forum

Candidates vie for Cook County Board President during this lively forum sponsored by the Chicago Foundation for Women.

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Anna Shteynshleyger Exhibition Tour

Chicago-based photographer, Anna Shteynshleyger, previews her exhibit at The Renaissance Society.

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Legislative Leaders Discuss Income Tax Increase

Governor Pat Quinn and Illinois House Speaker, Michael Madigan, join a panel addressing the possibility of a state income tax increase at the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Conference.

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The Real World of Gangs in Chicago

Jason Maldonado, Intervention Specialist at BUILD, Inc, is a reformed gang member. He shares his story and expertise during a conversation on the evolution of gangs and violence intervention methods.

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What's Happening to Japanese Workers?

Traditional images of the Japanese workforce are changing. Dr. Norma Field, a Robert S. Ingersoll Distinguished Service Professor, explains the cultural impact of this shift and how news sources have overlooked it.

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Jaume Plensa's Crown Fountain in Millennium Park

Spanish sculptor Jaume Plensa, creator of the Crown Fountain in Millennium Park, discusses his work and other internationally renowned public art projects.

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City Club of Chicago | Hon. Pat Quinn

The City Club of Chicago presents Illinois Governor Pat Quinn.

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Chicago's Deadly Streets

Father Pfleger joins a panel of anti-violence advocates to discuss Chicago's recent string of violent murders and explore ways to prevent future deaths.

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Campaign for Better Health Care:

Illinois Gubernatorial Candidate Debate

Gubernatorial candidates Governor Pat Quinn and Comptroller Dan Hynes debate for the governor’s seat.

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Community Forum:

The Digital Divide

Chicago journalist Ken Davis reports on community based efforts to transform the digital divide into digital excellence.

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The Chicago 7 Conspiracy Trial:

A Public Discussion Marking its 40th Anniversary

Former Defense Attorney Thomas Sullivan helped overturn the conviction of the Chicago 7. He explains why this trial is still an important part of our political culture.

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Public Health Forum on Toxic Chemicals, Disabilities,

and Policy Solutions

How do chemicals found in plastics contribute to learning disabilities? Dr. Anju Usman of True Health Medical Center joins a discussion about the negative effects of toxic chemicals.

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Helping Her Live:

Gaining Control of Breast Cancer

Women of color from the Austin, Garfield Park, and Humboldt Park communities educate themselves about breast health and hear inspiring testimonials from breast cancer survivors.

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Incarceration, Race and the Affect on Family

Craig Townsend is a formerly incarcerated father of two. He shares his story and discusses how incarceration affects children.

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350! Chicago Climate Action

In preparation for the International Day of Climate Prevention on October 24th, environmental advocates describe the devastating effects of global warming.

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Violent Realities

Tour Roosevelt University's Gage Gallery and hear the stories behind this photography exhibit that captures the victims of gun violence in the United States and Guatemala.

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Jornada de la Libertad

Through music, theater, and poetry, the National Boricua Human Rights Network commemorates the release of two generations of Puerto Rican freedom fighters. Hear former political prisoners share their stories.

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Blowing Our Top

How does the practice of mountain top removal – or literally blowing up mountains tops - impact our environment? Pam Richart of the Eco-Justice Collaborative explains.

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Artists at Work:

Beyond the Walls

A group of Chicago artists discuss creative ways of making a full-time living beyond the traditional gallery system.

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ADAPT: Illinois Holding Families Hostage

Tony Paulauski, Executive Director of The Arc of Illinois, joins a discussion about state budget cuts and the elimination of critical services to people with disabilities, including visits to homes of Illinois families impacted by the cuts..

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Daniel Burnham, Urban Visionary:

Chicago and the Making of

Modern America

In the mid-1880’s Daniel Burnham set about to tame Chicago’s cyclonic, unregulated economic growth with an urban community that balanced order and freedom. With author and professor, Donald L. Miller.

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Supreme Court Review

Richard Epstein and Geoffrey Stone review the Supreme Court’s latest session, from first amendment cases to the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor. With moderator, Gretchen Helfrich.

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Community Forum:
Food

Illinois’ status as a major agricultural state leads many to believe that it produces a lot of healthy food. But the reality is that the miles of farm fields produce just two crops: soybeans and corn, primarily used to sweeten food or for ethanol production. Ken Davis reports on the dangers of industrial farming.

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Our Histories, Our Stories:
The Connection Between History, Personal Stories, and Perspectives on Race in America

Author and scholar, Henry Louis “Skip” Gates, Jr., talked with Rick Kogan about how the stories we tell shape history.

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The Case for High Speed Rail in Illinois

Assistant Senate Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-IL) joins state leaders and transportation experts in examining the benefits of a high speed rail system in Illinois.

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Community Forum:
The Foreclosure Crisis

Almost 19,000 Chicago families lost their homes in 2008 because of the mortgage crisis. And the experts predict that it's going to get even worse this year. In fact, almost 30,000 homes could be foreclosed this year alone.

Experts discuss the record number of foreclosures in 2008 and help that is available to homeowners.

Reported by Ken Davis.

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Life in the Dead Zone

Filmmaker Irene Zabytko joins Dave Kraft, of the Nuclear Energy Informaton Service, to discuss her documentary "Life in the Dead Zone" revealing the pain and loss of the many nameless victims of the world's worst nuclear accident at Chernobyl.

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Raw Voices 08: Teens in the Media Arts Festival is an annual conference celebrating the work and opportunities available to teens in the media arts. The conference was sponsored by Columbia College Chicago, Youth Communication and CAN TV.

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Creative Living in the City:
The Chicago “L”

Chicago native, Greg Borzo, shares images depicting the evolution of the “L” and discusses his new book about the history of the “L” and the need for its preservation.

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Speaking Freely - answers to questions about public access TV programs

ACLU attorney, Adam Schwartz discusses the unique nature of public access cable television's public forum. 

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