The world’s first Mariachi opera is being performed by Lyric Opera of Chicago. We hear from Lyric’s General Director, Anthony Freud -- who commissioned the work -- and hear some selections from the opera that is taking Chicago’s Latino community by storm.
Maria Tallchief, American prima ballerina and Chicagoan, has died at 88. We take a look back at her 1978 conversation with John Callaway, and Callaway’s 2007 “Chicago Stories” profile of Tallchief.
A new art show turns back the clock 100 years for a look at the historic Armory Show -- the art exhibition that shocked Chicago.
Nobel Peace Prize winner and landmine activist Jody Williams joins us to talk about her work.
An inside look at one of Chicago’s most famous families. Ezekiel Emanuel, the eldest of the three brothers, joins us to talk about his new memoir: Brothers Emanuel.
We talk with the author of a new book and two players from the 1963 Loyola University NCAA Championship team about the adversity it overcame to win the title.
We read what some of you had to say about legendary film critic Roger Ebert in tonight's Viewer Feedback.
Historic artwork, foodie heaven and the world's largest improv festival. Chicago Tonight knows what's going on this weekend.
Chaz Ebert, President Obama, and others responded today to the news of Roger Ebert's passing.
Legendary Chicago Symphony Orchestra trumpeter Adolph "Bud" Herseth died Saturday at 91. We revisit our 2004 conversation with Herseth.
Reptile Fest, the Chicago Critics Film Festival, and wine and beer aplenty. Chicago Tonight knows what's going on this weekend.
Julia Sweeney – writer, performer and comic of Saturday Night Live fame – joins us to discuss her new book: If It’s Not You, It’s Your Mother.
Once there were dozens of men's hatmakers in Chicago. Today, there is only one. Jay Shefsky takes us inside Optimo Hats.
Meet someone you won't soon forget. A local woman shares her story of surviving World War II with her love and humanity intact.
Read an excerpt from Ramblers by Michael Lenehan and view a slideshow of photos.
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists offer more reflections on the life and legacy of film critic Roger Ebert.
Roger Ebert has died at age 70 after a long battle with cancer. Watch Chicago Tonight at 7:00 pm for more on his legacy and career.
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