Today marks the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Fort Dearborn. The author of a new book joins us to discuss this battle and the birth of Chicago.
Stories by lindsay prossnitz
Weekend Events Around Town: 8/10 - 8/12
Aug 10, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what is going on!
Speculation Peaks as Romney’s VP Choice Nears
Aug 9, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Speculation is at fevered pitch as Mitt Romney gets closer to announcing his running mate. We break down the possibilities.
West Nile Prevention in Chicago
Aug 9, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
We find out what the city is doing to fight the spread of mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus.
Emanuel Names New Deputy Mayor
Aug 7, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Who would work for $1? Well, that's the salary for Chicago's deputy mayor. The present and future men who hold the position share insights on the city's fiscal outlook.
Curiosity Lands on Mars
Aug 6, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
NASA scientists go wild after the Mars rover's successful landing on the red planet early today. An Adler Planetarium astronomer tells us what happens next.
Weekend Events Around Town: 8/3 - 8/5
Aug 3, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
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Tracy Letts
Aug 2, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Tony and Pulitzer prize-winning actor and playwright, Tracy Letts, talks about opening a hit Steppenwolf production on Broadway -- and upcoming film adaptations of his plays.
Field Museum Biologist Works to Protect Biodiversity
Aug 1, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
A new study by a Field Museum biologist shows that despite protections, life inside nature reserves can be affected by the environment surrounding the reserve. Steve Goodman joins us to tell us more, and how this affects Chicago.
Journatic’s Fall from Grace
Jul 31, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Some staffers at the Chicago Tribune are concerned over the paper's relationship with Journatic, a content provider accused of messy ethics. We discuss Journatic and the future of hyperlocal journalism.
Weekend Events Around Town: 7/27 - 7/29
Jul 27, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
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The Debate Over Medically Fragile Children
Jul 26, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Illinois' most medically fragile kids are among the many state residents impacted by upcoming budget cuts. But parents are fighting back saying the cuts will actually cost the state more. Eddie Arruza has the story.
"Andrew Bird: Fever Year"
Jul 26, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Filmmaker Xan Aranda discusses her new documentary about musician and Chicago native Andrew Bird.
Erwin Helfer
Jul 25, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Meet a master of Chicago boogie-woogie blues. Piano man Erwin Helfer pounds the keys and provides a lesson in local music history.
Higher Education
Jul 24, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Northwestern University president Morty Schapiro defends his belief that college is “the best investment of your life.”
3rd Annual Concert for Carlos
Jul 20, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
The memory of beloved political reporter, Carlos Hernandez Gomez, will be honored this weekend at the 3rd Annual Concert for Carlos.
Weekend Events Around Town: 7/20 - 7/22
Jul 20, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
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Curiosity Speeding Toward Mars
Jul 19, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
It's one of NASA's most daring undertakings. The Curiosity rover is set to land on Mars on August 6, and the lead scientist of NASA's Mars Exploration Program is here to tell us about the mission, including the so-called "seven minutes of terror."
Major Plan to Reduce Chicago's Traffic Congestion
Jul 19, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
A new study finds Chicago has severely underinvested in expressways and urges the region to embark on an ambitious long-term road-building plan. The Reason Foundation has proposed a $52 billion plan to decrease congestion in Chicago and increase mobility.
Summer Reading
Jul 18, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Three Chicago literary experts join us to discuss their top choices for summer reading.
Business Ethics
Jul 17, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
A spate of financial scandals has created a crisis of confidence among many investors. We delve into the murky world of business ethics.
Friday the 13th: The "Unlucky" Day
Jul 13, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Quite possibly the most widely believed superstition in America, Friday the 13th is seen to be the “unlucky” day in Western superstition.
Weekend Events Around Town: 7/13 - 7/15
Jul 13, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
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Pitchfork Bands
A Sneak Peek at This Year's Fest
Jul 12, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
A pair of Chicago bands prepare for the spotlight at the Pitchfork Music Festival. We visit them in rehearsal to find out what they're all about.
Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.’s Extended Absence
Jul 11, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
Multiple news outlets are reporting that Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. is being treated for a "mood disorder." This, after NBC News reported that he is being treated for alcoholism, a claim his office denies. We have reaction.
The End of Legislative Scholarships
Jul 11, 2012 | Lindsay Prossnitz
The scandal-plagued legislative scholarship program is dead. Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation Wednesday morning ending the 100-year-old program. Elizabeth Brackett reports.