By Natasha Julius
We’re only the eighth most unfair Weekend Desk Report in the country.
Market Update
Gold may seem like a sound enough investment based on the long-term returns. But when you factor in the cost of extracting the precious metal, it doesn’t seem so bright.
Crime And Punishment
Instead of expelling these shitbags and trying to find a felony that fits, how about just let them go back to their frat house?
Apocalypse ’91
It’s still relevant.
Wang Dang Sweet Fucking Hell
You know what? We give up. You win this week, wingnuts. Weekend Desk out.
Silver Linings Playbook
On the bright side, though, it’s not often Chicago gets to be a beacon of tolerance and equality.
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The Weekend Desk Tip Line: Now with wings.
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Beachwood Podcast #2
Our weekend news review.
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The Sound Opinions Weekend Listening Report: “Deltron 3030 take Jim and Greg to the 31st century with songs from Event II. Plus: Old Transfomers vs. New, and why Del the Funky Homosapien, Kid Koala, Dan the Automator, Jim and Greg all take music advice from David Byrne.”
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The Flying Saucer Weekend Brunch Report: Flying Brunch Fundraiser!
(ENLARGE)
*Note: Rumor has it Thin Mint French Toast is back . . .
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The CAN TV Weekend Viewing Report: CAN TV brings you local, relevant issues from Chicago’s neighborhoods and communities. See what’s happening around the city in education, the arts, government, cultural events, social services and community activities.
Community Forum: Fracking – When Power Doesn’t Listen

Experts and activists examine the potential impact of new legislation permitting fracking in Illinois.
Saturday at 7:30 p.m. on CAN TV21.
See also: Exxon CEO: Don’t Frack In My Backyard.
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Perspectivas Latinas: Contratiempo

Members of Contratiempo discuss their annual Poesia en Abril festival, which features local and international award-winning poets.
Sunday at 9 a.m. on CAN TV21.
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School Funding Reform

Ralph Martire, executive director of the bipartisan think tank Center for Tax and Budget Accountability, will present a critical analysis of public school funding in Chicago and Illinois during an education forum.
Sunday at 9 a.m. on CAN TV21.
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2014 Candidates Forum: State Issues And Who’s Judging You

The Chicago Westside Branch of the NAACP hosts debates between candidates for state representative of Illinois’ 9th District, and judicial candidates for the 7th Cook County Subcircuit and Circuit Court, and 1st District Illinois Appellate Court.
Sunday at 11 a.m. on CAN TV21.
Posted on February 22, 2014

