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Last Chance to Get Tickets for Antiques Roadshow in Chattanooga

WTCI is offering the last chance to attend this summer’s hottest event. ANTIQUES ROADSHOW will visit the Chattanooga Convention Center on Saturday, July 19. WTCI is the only place where viewers have the opportunity to obtain tickets to the event.

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McCain Targets Independents with 'Green' Effort

Sen. John McCain's recent emphasis on his approach to climate change signals a break with Bush administration policy. He hopes in part to sway Pacific Northwest voters — and independents elsewhere.

Evangelist Hagee Apologizes for Catholic Slur

Influential and controversial televangelist John Hagee has apologized to Catholics for referring to the Roman Catholic Church as the "great whore." Hagee is supporting Sen. John McCain for president, which has led some Catholic leaders to criticize McCain.

Black West Virginians Share Their Political Agendas

Today, voters in West Virginia head to the polls in another Democratic presidential primary. African Americans make up five percent of the state's population. Farai Chideya talks with two black voters about the issues they feel are most important.

Assessing the Presidential Powers That Be

Has the federal balance of power shifted too far in favor of the president? Or does the Oval Office need more power when it comes to issues like the economy? Farai Chideya takes an in-depth look at what the Constitution bestows upon the Commander-in-Chief, and how that power has been expanded and abused.

McCain Backs Limits on Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee John McCain this week is touting his plans for fighting global warming in the Pacific Northwest. He hopes to win over environmentally minded voters with his plan to reduce greenhouse gases by 60 percent by the year 2050.

West Virginians Head to the Polls

Hillary Clinton is looking for a big win in West Virginia's primary Tuesday, where polls put her ahead of rival Barack Obama by wide margins. Still, an Obama loss is unlikely to change the trajectory of the race.

McCain's Record and Proposals on Climate Change

Arizona Sen. John McCain delivered a key policy speech on climate change on Monday. Here is a guide to his voting record on issues related to climate change.

Obama, in W. Virginia, Points to Fall Election

Sen. Barack Obama, speaking in Charleston, W. Va., all but concedes he will not win Tuesday's Democratic primary in West Virginia. But he continues to express confidence that he will be the party's nominee for president and is shifting into "general election" mode.

McCain Talks Climate Change in Oregon Speech

During a campaign visit to Oregon, Sen. John McCain outlines his strategy for confronting global climate change. The presumptive Republican presidential nominee hopes to take Oregon in the fall election.

Deal in the Works to Seat Florida's Delegates

Representatives of the Obama campaign in Florida are floating a possible compromise that could seat delegates from the Sunshine State at the Democratic National Convention in August. The plan would allow Sen. Hillary Clinton to net 10 delegates from the state.

Ex-Congressman Throws Hat in Presidential Ring

NPR Senior Washington Editor Ron Elving discusses former GOP Rep. Bob Barr's decision to run as a Libertarian candidate for president. He also explains why Sen. Hillary Clinton's expected win in West Virginia on Tuesday isn't making big waves.

So, What Actually Is 'Mathematically Impossible'?

When pundits say it's a "mathematical impossibility" for Sen. Hillary Clinton to win the Democratic nomination for president, they're wrong. Bryant Park Project producer Ian Chillag explores an over- and misused term with a very precise meaning and few actual examples. (Think vampires.)

Monday-Morning Politics Update

Talking all things politics with Politico.com's Jim VandeHei.

Democrats Aim to Take Miss. Seat from GOP

Democrats have already won special Congressional elections in Illinois and Louisiana, districts formerly held by Republicans. GOP officials are concerned about Tuesday's special election in Mississippi. Democrats are trying to take advantage of high gasoline prices and President Bush's low approval ratings to take another seat away from the Republicans.

Political Wrap-Up: Clinton's Chances in W.Va.

West Virginia hold its Democratic primary Tuesday. Hillary Clinton is expected to win handily. But the election comes as Clinton's chances to win the Democratic nomination shrink day to day. Barack Obama's big win in North Carolina last week has re-energized his campaign and sent a flurry of superdelegates to his camp.

The Presidents on American Experience

This May, as a pivotal presidential election approaches, WTCI presents AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: THE PRESIDENTS, seven 20th century biographies that offer an intimate and compelling look at the men who have defined and re-defined the modern presidency. read more...