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Nov. 16, 2010

As Chicago Public Schools face a lawsuit arguing that there’s a gap between the percentage of female students and female athletes, we talk with Angelina Williams, an athlete who says she benefited from the 1972 law that prohibits sexual discrimination in federally funded schools. And, University of Chicago law professor Richard Epstein tells us why Title IX isn’t necessary.

A closer look at Title IX: The pros and the cons

Nov. 16, 2010
There’s been a 940 percent increase in women's sports participation since the 1972 passing of a federal law prohibiting sexual discrimination against female athletes in federally funding schools.

Changing Gears: Transformation in Pittsburgh, part two

Nov. 16, 2010
The steel city has successfully transitioned to a medical and technology center. Pittsburgh is home to hundreds of start up companies and a below average unemployment rate. There are more jobs opportunities now than there were during the height of the steel era.

Condo associations may be coming to an end

Nov. 16, 2010
Smaller municipalities have had a tougher go at bouncing back from economic hardship. Especially those teeny tiny ones called condo associations. Foreclosed units, unpaid dues and costly special assessments have bankrupted some associations and left many buildings in shambles.

Martin Mull moves from screen to canvas

Nov. 16, 2010
Martin Mull’s television resume spans four decades.

Jonathan Miller Reviews 'The Bridge on the River Kwai'

Nov. 16, 2010
Leading the Brits is Colonel Nicholson, the role played by Alec Guinness.