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12/30/2019 | 56m 48s Video has closed captioning.
Recreational marijuana: is Chicago ready for its legalization this week? A look at the top science stories of 2019. And a local pianist who’s still going strong at age 102.
Aired: 12/30/19
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Year in Review: The Top Science Stories of 2019
2019 has seen some astonishing scientific breakthroughs. Here are some highlights.
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