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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.

'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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Remembering legendary Chicago film critic Roger Ebert. Ebert, 70, has died after a long fight with cancer.