On this edition of Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review with Joel Weisman, the Chicago Catholic Archdiocese makes public thousands of clergy sex abuse documents. Chicago Public Schools approve seven new charter schools, despite protests from parents and the Chicago Teachers Union. Republican gubernatorial hopefuls debate the issues, but candidate Bruce Rauner is conspicuous by his absence. McDonald’s reports weaker than expected sales. And in sports, the Bulls take on former longtime teammate Luol Deng and the Cavaliers.
Guests:
- Mary Ann Ahern, NBC-5 Chicago
- Tom Corfman, Crain’s Chicago Business
- Maudlyne Ihejirika, Chicago Sun-Times
- Mike Mulligan, 670 the Score
Watch our panel’s web-exclusive conversation in Web Extra: The Week in Review: 1/24.
Here is a roundup of Chicago Tonight's web stories from this week:
Monday, January 20:
- GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Field Questions from High Schoolers
- Continue The Dream: Remembering Dr. King
Tuesday, January 21:
- Priest Sex Abuse Docs Go Public
- Metra Talks Perfect Storm and Delays
- Opening Statements in NATO 3 Trial
- Block Museum Reopens with Blockbuster Artists
- Lee Bey
- Mikva Students Comment on GOP Candidate Forum
Wednesday, January 22:
- Chicago School Board Approves 7 New Charters
- John Cullerton
- Report: Pension Reform Will Not Fix IL Budget
- Tio Hardiman on Run for Governor
- Pope Francis Painting
- Ask Geoffrey: 1/22
Thursday, January 23:
- Web Extra: New Charter Schools vs. Old Neighborhood Schools
- Stealing Homes
- Boot Camp Labor Put to Use in Community
- Chicago Incubator Reinventing the Legal Field
- Mavis Staples Biography
- People’s Music School Youth Orchestras
- Viewer Feedback: Students Question GOP Gubernatorial Candidates
Friday, January 24:
- Web Extra: The Week in Review
- Weekend Events Around Town: 1/24-1/26