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The Illinois Supreme Court ruled to let Rahm Emanuel continue his mayoral run just hours before a scheduled debate Thursday.

Jan. 28, 2011

Chicago Tribune’s Rick Pearson reports on the outcome of the most recent mayoral debate and discusses the Illinois Supreme Court's decision to allow Rahm Emanuel to remain on the ballot. Host Alison Cuddy talks with state Rep, Deb Mell about the pros and cons of the soon to be signed civil unions law. And literary man about town JC Gabel joins Eight Forty-Eight to share what’s on his schedule for a fun weekend for the latest Weekly Guide.

Dear Chicago: Secure space for artists to live and work

Jan. 31, 2011

Emanuel back on the ballot hours before latest mayoral debate

Jan. 28, 2011
The top four mayoral candidates gathered to debate Thursday night. Mere hours before the event, Rahm Emanuel’s candidacy was still in question. But late Thursday the Illinois Supreme Court settled the matter.

Chicago's All-Star lineups

Jan. 28, 2011
Rahm Emanuel’s not the only one with residency issues—the Chicago Bulls and the Blackhawks are also getting tossed out of Chicago. That's right--the Ice Show’s back in town! But don’t feel too bad for these drifters.

'The Weekly Guide' with literary man about town JC Gabel

Jan. 28, 2011
Providing this week's installment of The Weekly Guide is kind of an old-school spirit. JC Gabel first helmed the now defunct Stop Smiling magazine.

With civil unions law, State Rep. Deb Mell pushes for gay marriage

Jan. 28, 2011
Next Monday is a big day for many gay rights activists; Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn is expected to sign into law the state’s new civil union bill.

'Koolhaas Houselife': A new film about architect's home

Jan. 28, 2011
Rem Koolhaas is the architect behind some of modern design’s most acclaimed buildings. Chicago is home to one – The Student Center at the Illinois Institute of Technology.

DJ Series: Chris Widman brings future music to the masses

Jan. 28, 2011
Finding a host to turn the tables in this week's DJ Series wasn't all that hard. Chris Widman’s just down the radio dial at WBEZ's former sister station, WLUW.