Crain’s Headlines: Northwestern’s $10M Grant to Prevent Opioid Deaths
A Northwestern researcher known for developing wearable technology has received a $10 million federal grant to create a potentially life-saving implantable device for people with opioid use disorder.
CPS Teachers, Staff Take Their Case to the Streets with Rallies Across the City
Chants of “fair contract!” and “Mayor Lightfoot, get on the right foot!” rang through the air outside Chicago Public Schools around the city on the first morning of the Chicago Teachers Union and SEIU support staff walkout.
Bears vs. Saints: Trubisky May Return, But Injuries Mount
The Chicago Bears host the New Orleans Saints. Former Bears offensive lineman James “Big Cat” Williams has a preview.
‘Southern Exposure’ Expands Chicago’s Architectural Canon
In his new book, architecture critic and photographer Lee Bey highlights visually striking and culturally significant sites on Chicago’s South Side that have gone mostly overlooked, he says.
October 17, 2019 - Full Show
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Chicago Public Schools Teachers to Strike Thursday
It's official: Chicago Public Schools teachers are going on strike after CPS and the Chicago Teachers Union failed to reach a contract agreement. Teachers and support staff planned to hit the picket lines at 6:30 a.m. Thursday.
Time For Winter Prep in The WTTW Garden
With winter right around the corner, home gardeners should harvest whatever fruit and vegetables that remain in their garden as soon as possible. Organic gardener Jeanne Nolan shares tips to get your garden ready for the cold season.
Front Lawn Art Installations Pay Tribute to Late Chicago Artist
Late Chicago artist Sabina Ott created the nonprofit Terrain Biennial, a public art event that invites participants to display site-specific exhibits in their front yard.
Chicago Zoological Society Honors Wildlife Conservation Leaders
Colleen and Keith Begg founded an organization that helps maintain the wildlife in the Niassa National Reserve in Mozambique, one of the last remaining strongholds for lions in Africa.
Parents of CPS Students Sound Off on Teachers Strike
“Chicago Tonight” speaks with four parents of CPS students who have different opinions about the negotiations between the city and its teachers union.
Ask Geoffrey: Sites to See at Open House Chicago
More than 350 buildings open their doors to the public this weekend. Geoffrey Baer takes us behind the scenes of several unique buildings featured as part of Open House Chicago.
Crain’s Headlines: Departed Exelon CEO Gets $7.7M Retirement Package
Former Exelon CEO Anne Pramaggiore is in line for $7.7 million in benefits after her abrupt resignation Tuesday amid a federal investigation of the company’s Springfield lobbying practices.
October 16, 2019 - Full Show
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Contract Bargaining Wraps Up With No Deal Between CTU, Board of Education
Time is running out for Chicago Public Schools to reach a deal with the Chicago Teachers Union on a new contract.
Can Illinois Save $1M a Day by Consolidating Pension Funds? Governor Says Yes
Consolidating scores of local firefighter and police pension funds could save Illinois taxpayers between $820 million and $2.5 billion in the next five years, according to a report published by a state task force.