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The Willis Tower, at left, is dwarfed by a reclaimed warehouse converted to apartments and various small business in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago across the street from Harpo Studios, the home of
The Willis Tower, at left, is dwarfed by a reclaimed warehouse converted to apartments and various small business in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago across the street from Harpo Studios, the home...   (Associated Press)
Ed Samuelson walks his dog, Lola, and chats with employees Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, outside Harpo Studios in Chicago where
Ed Samuelson walks his dog, Lola, and chats with employees Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, outside Harpo Studios in Chicago where "The Oprah Winfrey Show" is taped. Winfrey announced Friday she was taking her...   (Associated Press)
The West Loop neighborhood of Chicago, home to Harpo Studios and
The West Loop neighborhood of Chicago, home to Harpo Studios and "The Oprah Winfrey Show" is seen on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009. Upscale condominiums and pricey restaurants have replaced the rundown apartments,...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2009 file photo thousands of people watch the the taping of
FILE - In this Sept. 8, 2009 file photo thousands of people watch the the taping of "The Oprah Winfrey Show" on the temporary stage set up on Chicago's Michigan Avenue to kickoff Winfrey's 24th season....   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this May 3, 2-007 file photo, Felicia P. Fields, left, who portrays Sofia in the Broadway musical
FILE - In this May 3, 2-007 file photo, Felicia P. Fields, left, who portrays Sofia in the Broadway musical "The Color Purple," right, applauds Oprah Winfrey, who also played Sofia on the silver screen,...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Sept. 3., 2008 file photo, Oprah Winfrey, center, hugs Olympic gold medalist Nastia Liukin, as some of the 150 Olympians invited look on for the taping of the season premiere of
FILE - In this Sept. 3., 2008 file photo, Oprah Winfrey, center, hugs Olympic gold medalist Nastia Liukin, as some of the 150 Olympians invited look on for the taping of the season premiere of "The Oprah...   (Associated Press)
Flautist James Galway gestures while receiving applause after performing Ibert's Concerto for Flute and Orchestra with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Galway, who performed in celebration of his 70th birthday, was conducted along with the orchestra by Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard...
Flautist James Galway gestures while receiving applause after performing Ibert's Concerto for Flute and Orchestra with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Galway, who performed...   (Associated Press)
Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink conducts the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Brahms Symphony No. One, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Haitink, conductor emeritus of the BSO,  delivered the performance in part as a celebration of his 80th birthday. Haitink also performed Friday with flautist...
Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink conducts the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Brahms Symphony No. One, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Haitink, conductor emeritus...   (Associated Press)
Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink conducts the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Brahms Symphony No. One, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Haitink, conductor emeritus of the BSO,  delivered the performance in part as a celebration of his 80th birthday. Haitink also performed Friday with flautist...
Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink conducts the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Brahms Symphony No. One, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Haitink, conductor emeritus...   (Associated Press)
Flautist James Galway performs Ibert's Concerto for Flute and Orchestra with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Galway, who performed in celebration of his 70th birthday, was conducted along with the orchestra by Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink, who performed in celebration...
Flautist James Galway performs Ibert's Concerto for Flute and Orchestra with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Galway, who performed in celebration of his 70th birthday,...   (Associated Press)
Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink conducts the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Brahms Symphony No. One, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Haitink, conductor emeritus of the BSO,  delivered the performance in part as a celebration of his 80th birthday. Haitink also performed Friday with flautist...
Principle Conductor of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Bernard Haitink conducts the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the Brahms Symphony No. One, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Boston. Haitink, conductor emeritus...   (Associated Press)
An Associated Press chart tracking Oprah Winfrey’s net worth growth since 1996.
An Associated Press chart tracking Oprah Winfrey’s net worth growth since 1996.   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Nov. 15, 1988 file photo,m talk-show host Oprah Winfrey shows off her new figure in Chicago after she lost 67 pounds following a liquid diet and exercise. On Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, Winfrey announced during a live broadcast of
FILE - In this Nov. 15, 1988 file photo,m talk-show host Oprah Winfrey shows off her new figure in Chicago after she lost 67 pounds following a liquid diet and exercise. On Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, Winfrey...   (Associated Press)
In this image taken from video Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 and provided by Harpo Productions Inc., talk-show host Oprah Winfrey announces during a live broadcast of
In this image taken from video Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 and provided by Harpo Productions Inc., talk-show host Oprah Winfrey announces during a live broadcast of "The Oprah Winfrey Show" in Chicago that...   (Associated Press)
Members of the audience from
Members of the audience from "The Oprah Winfrey Show" depart The Oprah Store after the broadcast at Harpo Studios Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Chicago. Winfrey announced during the broadcast that her daytime...   (Associated Press)
Sandra Donaldson, from Chicago, a member of the audience of
Sandra Donaldson, from Chicago, a member of the audience of "The Oprah Winfrey Show" holds her Oprah Store bag after departing The Oprah Store and the live broadcast at Harpo Studios, Friday, Nov. 20,...   (Associated Press)
Linda Gerber, from Chicago, and a member of the live broadcast of The Oprah Winfrey Show,  holds a copy of the Chicago Sun-Times as she departs Harpo Studios Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Chicago. Winfrey announced during the broadcast Friday, that her powerhouse daytime television show will end its 25-season...
Linda Gerber, from Chicago, and a member of the live broadcast of The Oprah Winfrey Show, holds a copy of the Chicago Sun-Times as she departs Harpo Studios Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Chicago. Winfrey...   (Associated Press)
Two members of the live broadcast of  The Oprah Winfrey Show depart Harpo Studios Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Chicago.  Winfrey announced during the broadcast Friday, that her powerhouse daytime television show will end its 25-season run in 2011. (AP Photo/John Smierciak)
Two members of the live broadcast of The Oprah Winfrey Show depart Harpo Studios Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Chicago. Winfrey announced during the broadcast Friday, that her powerhouse daytime television...   (Associated Press)
Members of the live broadcast of  The Oprah Winfrey Show are interviewed as they depart Harpo Studios Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Chicago.  Winfrey announced during the broadcast Friday, that her powerhouse daytime television show will end its 25-season run in 2011.  (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Members of the live broadcast of The Oprah Winfrey Show are interviewed as they depart Harpo Studios Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 in Chicago. Winfrey announced during the broadcast Friday, that her powerhouse...   (Associated Press)
In this photo taken Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 and provided by Harpo Productions Inc., talk-show host Oprah Winfrey announces during a live broadcast of
In this photo taken Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 and provided by Harpo Productions Inc., talk-show host Oprah Winfrey announces during a live broadcast of "The Oprah Winfrey Show" in Chicago that her daytime...   (Associated Press)
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Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, of Finland, makes a save during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, of Finland, makes a save during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with teammate Jonathan Toews as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, looks on during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with teammate Jonathan Toews as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, looks on during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver,...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, left, celebrates after scoring as Vancouver Canucks' Willie Mitchell skates past during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, left, celebrates after scoring as Vancouver Canucks' Willie Mitchell skates past during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov....   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with Jonathan Toews, center, as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, sits in his crease during third-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, celebrates his goal with Jonathan Toews, center, as Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo, left, sits in his crease during third-period NHL hockey action in...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is lifted off the ground by teammate Nick Cole after he scored the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago Bears during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is lifted off the ground by teammate Nick Cole after he scored the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith walks off the field after the Bears' 24-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith walks off the field after the Bears' 24-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, right, of Finland, stops Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Antti Niemi, right, of Finland, stops Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The...   (Associated Press)
Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier, back right, is roughed up by Chicago Blackhawks' Ben Eager, center, as Duncan Keith (2) and Patrick Kane (88) join in during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Vancouver Canucks' Steve Bernier, back right, is roughed up by Chicago Blackhawks' Ben Eager, center, as Duncan Keith (2) and Patrick Kane (88) join in during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver,...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is embraced by teammate Nick Cole, right, after he scored the winning touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago Bears during of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) is embraced by teammate Nick Cole, right, after he scored the winning touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Eagles' 24-20 win over the Chicago Bears...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb embrace after the Eagles' 24-20 win during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb embrace after the Eagles' 24-20 win during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) races to the end zone past Chicago Bears safety Danieal Manning (38) to score the winning touchdown in the Eagles 24-20 win during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy (29) races to the end zone past Chicago Bears safety Danieal Manning (38) to score the winning touchdown in the Eagles 24-20 win during an NFL football game...   (Associated Press)
Vancouver Canucks' Ryan Johnson (10) checks Chicago Blackhawks' Dustin Byfuglien during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Vancouver Canucks' Ryan Johnson (10) checks Chicago Blackhawks' Dustin Byfuglien during second-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) reacts in the third quarter during the Bears' 24-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) reacts in the third quarter during the Bears' 24-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles during an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Nam...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Brent Seabrook (7) and Vancouver Canucks' Alex Burrows, right, watch as the puck rolls wide of the net after being stopped by Blackhawks goalie Antti Niemi, of Finland, during first-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Brent Seabrook (7) and Vancouver Canucks' Alex Burrows, right, watch as the puck rolls wide of the net after being stopped by Blackhawks goalie Antti Niemi, of Finland, during first-period...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, stumbles as Vancouver Canucks' Jannik Hansen, of Denmark, plays the puck during first-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Bryan Bickell, right, stumbles as Vancouver Canucks' Jannik Hansen, of Denmark, plays the puck during first-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov....   (Associated Press)
Chicago Blackhawks' Ben Eager, left, and Vancouver Canucks' Rick Rypien fight during first-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Darryl Dyck)
Chicago Blackhawks' Ben Eager, left, and Vancouver Canucks' Rick Rypien fight during first-period NHL hockey action in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press,...   (Associated Press)
Chicago Bears linebacker Lance Briggs (55) flies over Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb (5) after sacking McNabb in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Chicago Bears linebacker Lance Briggs (55) flies over Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb (5) after sacking McNabb in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22,...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Trent Cole (58) celebrates with teammate Darren Howard (90) after sacking Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Trent Cole (58) celebrates with teammate Darren Howard (90) after sacking Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago,...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) celebrates his touchdown reception against the Chicago Bears in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) celebrates his touchdown reception against the Chicago Bears in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) scores on a pass reception past Chicago Bears safety Al Afalava (24) in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson (10) scores on a pass reception past Chicago Bears safety Al Afalava (24) in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2009....   (Associated Press)
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  • No One Hurt In Kennedy Wreck

    Fox Chicago News | 11/23/2009 4:57:19 AM

    A multi-vehicle crash on the inbound Kennedy Expressway at Hubbard’s Cave has been moved to the side of the road and no one has apparently been hurt, according to Illinois State Police.
     

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  • Bears Fall To Eagles 24-20 In Tight Game

    CBS 2 Chicago WBBM-TV | 11/23/2009 4:49:44 AM

    Primetime is turning into a nightmare for the Bears, who are now 0-4 under the lights. Jay Cutler saved his lone pick against the Philadelphia Eagles for the worst time, and the Bears ended up losing 24-20.
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  • Group Hopes To Improve Childbirth

    Fox Chicago News | 11/23/2009 4:25:19 AM

    A regulatory group hopes to improve the quality of childbirth and delivery services in hospitals by tracking data in a new way.
     

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  • Inspector general 'will not shrink from conflict'

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/23/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Joe Ferguson is the eldest son of a working-class single mom and a father he never knew who survived that rejection -- and the mean streets of Boston -- to become a dogged federal prosecutor in Chicago.

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  • Blago hires holding on

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/23/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Gov. Quinn took office nearly 10 months ago saying he'd "fumigate state government" in the wake of his predecessor, Rod Blagojevich, being booted from office.

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  • Law spinning its wheels for IDOT worker hit by sheriff's officer's car

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/23/2009 4:00:00 AM

    After highway worker Michael Ochoa was hit on an expressway ramp, he felt lucky to be alive. He says he also learned a couple of things. If you get hurt in an accident, get an ambulance, even if you feel OK to drive. And sometimes, if you want charges filed, you have to make a fuss. More »

  • 12,000 students skip mandatory Illinois test

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/23/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Nearly 12,000 Illinois public school seniors skipped the mandatory 2009 Prairie State Achievement Exam -- a test that can trigger school or district sanctions -- and will have to take it this spring, state education officials say.

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  • 3 students with area ties are among 32 Rhodes Scholars

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/23/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Three students with Chicago area ties -- Stephanie Bell, Russell Perkins and Daniel Shih -- are among the 32 American men and women named Saturday as 2009 Rhodes Scholars, considered one of the world's most prestigious academic honors.

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  • 'A very painful time for our community'

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/23/2009 4:00:00 AM

    For the people at the heart of an uproar a decade ago over the expulsions of six black boys from a Decatur school, reminders of the national scrutiny the town endured and the divide the situation created are never far away.

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  • Such fun, 'I almost had a heart attack'

    Chicago Sun-Times | 11/23/2009 4:00:00 AM

    Last year, Shari Sopourn was trying to find a way to teach her kids about the recent government bailout of financial institutions. In the process, she and her husband, Jordy, created Bailout!, a board game that is a sort of anti-Monopoly.

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