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Four nuclear reactors in Illinois are modeled after the damaged reactors in Japan.

Mar. 14, 2011

Eight Forty-Eight speaks to Rick Zuffa of the Illinois Emergency Management Agency's Resident Inspector Program about the safety inspections that take place at the state's nuclear power plants. Then TIME contributing editor Kate Betts talks about her new book, Everyday Icon: Michelle Obama and the Power of Style. And host Alison Cuddy talks March Madness with Eamonn Brennan of ESPN’s College Basketball Nation blog.

Referendum victory no silver bullet

Mar. 14, 2011
The idea behind a referendum is to give voters a direct voice in making their community better. These ballot questions can cover anything from stem-cell research to the fate of an empty lot. They may be binding or just advisory. Last month, referenda were on ballots in nine Chicago precincts.

Explosions in Japan have some questioning safety of nuclear power plants

Mar. 14, 2011
Updated at: 2:49 pm on 3/14/2011As if the one-two punch from last week’s earthquake and tsunami weren’t enough to deal with, another element stands to rock Japan’s core: a nuclear meltdown.

Everyday Icon: Book dissects Michelle Obama's style

Mar. 14, 2011
First lady Michelle Obama’s fashion has made headlines around the world. She’s known for taking risks - with color, accessories, cardigans and lesser known designers.

First brother-in-law Craig Robinson talks character on and off the court

Mar. 14, 2011
In A Game of Character Michelle Obama’s brother Craig Robinson examines basketball as a metaphor for life.

Eamonn Brennan of ESPN gives his breakdown on March Madness

Mar. 14, 2011
College basketball may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but apparently up to 1 in 5 office workers will participate in some kind of March Madness pool. Chicago participants won’t have many local options.