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Jul. 22, 2009

Book critic Donna Seaman talks with author M. Glenn Taylor about his new novel, The Ballad of Trenchmouth Taggart. And we sit down with legendary Chicago performer Jimmy Damon, the only person authorized to sing Frank Sinatra's songs while Old Blue Eyes was still alive.

Extended Interview with Jimmy Damon

Jul. 22, 2009
Chicago performer Jimmy Damon talks about his younger years with Elvis, and what being in Frank Sinatra's inner circle of friends was like.

Legendary Chicago Performer Jimmy Damon Talks Sinatra

Jul. 22, 2009
Chicago singer Jimmy Damon might not be a household name, but he is the only person who was authorized to sing Frank Sinatra's songs while he was still alive. For the last 30 years, Damon has called Chicago home, and his mark on windy city culture spans far and wide.

The Ballad of Trenchmouth Taggart

Jul. 22, 2009
Author and Harper College professor M. Glenn Taylor talks about West Virginia ways in his new book, The Ballad of Trenchmouth Taggart. It takes us to the hills of southern West Virginia and its Coal Wars.

Gary’s Stink May Soon Fade

Jul. 22, 2009
After a little more than a week without garbage collection, crews are hitting the streets this morning in Gary, Indiana. Last night the City Council narrowly voted for a $12 garbage collection fee, even though more than 100 residents opposed it during a recent protest.

What Does 100 Years in Prison Mean to a Teenager?

Jul. 22, 2009
Blair Holt's killer, Michael Pace, was just 16 years old when he shot and killed Blair Holt on a CTA bus just over 2 years ago. He was charged as an adult in Holt's murder and appeared to show no remorse at his sentencing hearing earlier this week.

Gun Control Advocate Ron Holt Reflects on Sentencing of His Son's Killer

Jul. 22, 2009
On May 10, 2007, 16-year-old Blair Holt lost his very promising life when a gunman fired several shots at a rival gang member, on a packed CTA bus, and also struck Blair in the stomach.