Kim Foxx Faces Political Fallout from New Smollett Charges
There’s more political fallout related to the Jussie Smollett case after a special prosecutor announced a new six-count indictment against the “Empire” actor.
New Play Tells Story of Nancy Pelosi, ‘The Adult in the Room’
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi was center stage in the House impeachment hearings. Now she is on stage, in a sense: a new play about Pelosi is receiving its world premiere in Chicago. We drop by an early rehearsal.
Crain’s Headlines: Bolingbrook Mayor Won’t Support Amazon Plan
Amazon’s push to build a massive network of warehouses to store and distribute goods may be moving into Bolingbrook, but the town’s mayor isn’t thrilled about it.
February 12, 2020 - Full Show
Watch the Feb. 12, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”
Folded Map Project Highlights Chicago Segregation, Gentrification
Chicagoan Tonika Johnson is using photography to educate people on the disparities she’s noticed within neighborhoods throughout the city.
It’s Illegal to Pump Your Own Gas in New Jersey. Could Illinois Follow Suit?
A bill proposed in early February by Rep. Camille Lilly, D-Chicago, would ban Illinois drivers from pumping their own gas.
Local Researchers Reveal Secrets of Lunar Dust, Atom by Atom
Local scientists use a powerful new tool to make fresh discoveries from moon dust first collected nearly 50 years ago.
Unofficial Name Change Reignites Debate Over Douglas(s) Park
Signs for Douglas Park on Chicago’s West Side have received an unofficial update in recent weeks: a second “s.” The change comes after years of activisim in North Lawndale to rename the park.
Project Delays Cause More Backups, Frustration on Jane Byrne Interchange
Consistently listed one of the worst bottlenecks in the country, a massive project to improve the Jane Byrne Interchange is behind schedule and costing more than originally expected. We discuss the latest on the project.
Crain’s Headlines: Suit Claims Google Violated Illinois Privacy Law
The same Illinois privacy law that recently led Facebook to settle a class-action lawsuit for $550 million could trip up Google as well.
Report: Pilsen Post Office Clerk Told Customers to ‘Speak English’
Community leaders are pushing the postal service for answers – and changes – after a customer reported a clerk who refused to help Spanish-speaking customers.
Smash Away Your Stress at Chicago’s Only Rage Room
Joe Lupa, the owner of Chicago’s first and only rage room, boils his business down to a simple consumer demand: people like smashing stuff. We visit Escapades Rage Room on the city’s Near North Side.
February 11, 2020 - Full Show
Watch the Feb. 11, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”
Inside the ‘Bug’ Infestation at Steppenwolf Theatre
The revival of Tracy Letts’ 1996 play “Bug” stars his wife, Steppenwolf ensemble member Carrie Coon. We spoke to the creative team right before opening night.
Sen. Durbin on Trump: ‘This Isn’t Going to End’
When he cast his vote finding President Donald Trump guilty on two articles of impeachment, Sen. Dick Durbin called it a “sad and angry moment.” Now that the trial is over, Durbin fears Trump won’t change his behavior.