*Retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery discusses why Odessa might be critical for Vladimir Putin.

*Professor Richard A. Epstein shares how Protect our Parks will continue to fight against the Obama Presidential Center location.

*Jason Willick of The Washington Post says that Joe Biden is sending a muddled message when it comes to nuclear weapons.

*8th District Rep. La Shawn Ford details a new bill designed to target dangerous drag racers.

*Plus, Steve Greenberg describes a different feeling in Wrigleyville and Jam Productions celebrates its 50th anniversary.