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Boston Marathon aftermath, future of Time Out and CPS school closings

Apr. 16, 2013
Today on the show: how national tragedies change our mindset. We'll talk about trauma with a psychiatrist, terrorism with two security experts, and the role of social media in breaking news. Then, we talk about TOC with Frank Sennett and check in on school closings and the communities they impact.

Boston Marathon explosions

Apr. 15, 2013
Breaking: 2 dead, 23 injured after explosions near Boston Marathon finish line. Journalists Laura Washington and Mick Dumke join us to make sense of the day's top stories.

Restorative justice, filming in Chicago and Billy Bragg

Apr. 12, 2013
We conclude 'Front & Center' talking about restorative justice. WBEZ's Katie O'Brien saw such a program at Fenger HS and former assistant US attorney David Hoffman explains how he prosecuted gun crimes. Then we'll chat with Leah Pickett about Chicago's film industry and hear from singer Billy Bragg.

Superintendent McCarthy, discovering Dolton and IL governor's race

Apr. 11, 2013
'Front & Center' continues with a look at gun trafficking. We talk with Michael Puente about the Gun Skyway, discuss FOID with Al Keefe and Superintendent McCarthy takes your calls. We'll also take a trip to Dolton, hear from dance collective Flyspace and talk politics with the Best Game In Town.

Bravo's Andy Cohen, Curious City and mental health's role in the gun debate

Apr. 10, 2013
Our 'Front & Center' series continues with a discussion on gun trauma. We'll speak with Tony Arnold and psychologist Carl Bell about mental health programs and gunshot victim Glen Reedus tells his story. We'll also hear from the 'Curious City' folks. Plus, Bravo's late-night king, Andy Cohen!

The gun economy, U of I supercomputer and cab-driving 101

Apr. 9, 2013
We continue our Front and Center series with a look at the economics of guns. We'll hear from Tony Arnold about firearm manufacturers, speak with two gun lobbyists and find out how it all effects local law enforcement Then we hear about U of I's new supercomputer and talk with cabbies about the job.

Gun laws, Roger Ebert's funeral and FCC commissioner

Apr. 8, 2013
WBEZ's Michael Puente and author Patrick Charles join Niala for an in-depth discussion on gun laws in our area. We'll also remember the lives of two great people, Roger Ebert and Margaret Thatcher, as well as speak with former FCC head Michael Copps.

Remembering the West Side riots and legendary critic Roger Ebert

Apr. 5, 2013
We dedicate our first hour to remembering the 1968 West Side Riots. Host Niala Boodhoo is joined by WBEZ blogger John Schmidt, as well as residents of the area. In our second hour we hear from Palestinian rap group DAM, meet the Goodman Theatre's artistic director and remember Roger Ebert with blogger Lee Bey.

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