Islamic State Still Poses a Threat After Al-Baghdadi’s Death
Eliminating the Islamic State group’s elusive leader gives President Donald Trump a new argument for leaving Syria, but the U.S. military campaign against the extremists is far from finished.
Pressure Mounts on Facebook to Vet Political Content
Should social media companies be responsible for fact-checking content? The debate over free speech on Facebook.
‘Check, Please!’ Returns for 19th Season on WTTW
“Check, Please!” host, restaurateur and master sommelier Alpana Singh dishes on the new season of the Emmy award-winning show, which debuts Friday on WTTW.
Lightfoot’s New Plan to Address Mental Health Care
Mayor Lori Lightfoot unveils a new mental health plan that includes a boost in funding. But some say it falls short of her promise to bring back six clinics that were shuttered by her predecessor in 2012.
Crain’s Headlines: No CTA Fare Hikes for Now
The Chicago Transit Authority’s budget has no plans for fare hikes or service reduction in 2020, but ridership on CTA buses and trains has been steadily declining since a 2012 peak.
Bears Look to Jump-Start Offense Against Chargers
Is there a spark of life yet in the Bears? Former Bears offensive lineman James “Big Cat” Williams previews the team’s matchup with the Chargers on Sunday.
Former Tattoo Artist Leaves Indelible Marks on Canvas
George Klauba is back on the scene, but he no longer inks people. These days, he’s an acclaimed painter sought after by collectors locally and abroad. And his new series of paintings features tattoo art.
October 24, 2019 - Full Show
Watch the Oct. 24, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”
CPS on Teachers Strike: ‘This Cannot Go Into Next Week’
The ongoing Chicago teachers strike has already cost students six days of classes. But with upcoming deadlines for students prepping for college, Chicago Public Schools leaders are expressing a sense of urgency in getting students back into school.
Spotlight Politics: Federal Probe Circling Closer to Speaker Madigan
The powerful Illinois House speaker is named in a federal subpoena. Our politics team tackles that story and Mayor Lightfoot’s budget proposal in our weekly roundtable.
Striking CPS Teachers, Staff Take Message to City Hall
Tens of thousands of protesters rallied and marched on city streets outside City Hall on Wednesday morning as Mayor Lori Lightfoot delivered her first budget address.
Professional Mediator Offers Tips for Better Negotiations
As the city and the Chicago Teachers Union try to hammer out a contract agreement, we explore common strategies and pitfalls in any negotiation with professional mediator Teresa Frisbie.
Chicago Aldermen React to Budget Proposal, Teachers Strike
Mayor Lightfoot laid out her plan to resolve the city’s massive deficit, but any final budget will require the support of aldermen. Weighing in on that and more: Alds. Scott Waguespack, Ray Lopez and Jason Ervin.
Congress Grills Zuckerberg on Facebook’s Digital Currency Plans
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg faced tough questions Wednesday from members of Congress about his social media platform’s digital currency project. We discuss the billionaire tech entrepreneur’s plans for Libra.
Crain’s Headlines: Bill Daley Leaves Bank of New York Mellon
Bill Daley has left Bank of New York Mellon after less than six months as vice chairman. He started there following his loss in Chicago’s mayoral election earlier this year.