We find out how the Merc-CBOT merger finally went down, and what it means for Chicago. Then, we travel east to South Bend, Indiana, for a report on another of the nation's most hotly contested congressional races. We tour the city with Landmarks Illinois for a glimpse of their 2007 Chicagoland watchlist. Plus, we examine the business of motivation. And, Califone stops by for some music and conversation in the Chicago Public Radio Performance Studio.