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Today on the show Niala tackles the day's top stories with two of Chicago's funniest, Edgar Blackmon and Holly Laurent. Then Curious City stops by the studio to uncover the linguistics behind the African American accent and Chris Robling talks with Niala about how the Illinois GOP can get your vote.

Niala talks with Andy Shaw and Alden Lowry about the savings, or lack there of, involved with CPS closings and takes a look at the new internet sales tax legislation and how it will affect consumers. Then, Monica Eng stops by to discuss the Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 lists.

Niala talks with political strategist Thom Serafin about the emergence of "rock star" mayors, discusses managing your workplace profile with career coach Dave Kaiser and finds out how kids are learning their soft skills from Stuart Murphy, Allen Rosales and Jennifer Farrington.

Niala talks with CEO Kevin Willer about the anniversary of 1871 and how it has grown in the last year. Wailin Wong and Jimmy Prude weigh in on the tech community in Chicago. Then, Alison Cuddy and Natalie Moore ask the question: What inspires your fashion style?

Niala talks with attorney Gregory Whitehead about the recent mishaps regarding contract law. Then, Curious City explores how the legalization of pot could impact gangs. And Lamar Jordan and Lamon Manuel discuss how poetry can be a positive form of expression in detention centers.

Niala talks with Natalie Moore and Lance Williams about last night's spike in shootings and architect Richard Tomlinson and AIC assistant curator Alison Fisher discuss bringing world class art to Chicago. Then Curious City takes a look in to the history of Dunning Insane Asylum with Robert Louerzel.

Bloggers Veronica Arreola and Lee Bey help us digest the top stories of the day, including subsidized water usage for nonprofits and the gender salary gap. Music from The Milk Carton Kids before they play a sold out show at Lincoln Hall. And real estate expert Mabel Guzman discusses the American dream.