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Oct 1, 2019

As Teachers Strike Looms, Principals Group Says CPS Misrepresented Its Views

Troy LaRaviere, the head of the Chicago Principals and Administrators Association, discusses how a teachers strike would impact school administrators.

Oct 1, 2019

Elon Musk Unveils Prototype for Mars Rocket

The SpaceX founder aims to create a fleet of reusable rockets that will make space travel dramatically cheaper and more accessible. But can he turn what has long been science fiction into science fact?

Oct 1, 2019

October 1, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 1, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Sep 30, 2019

Cannabis Tourism: Will Legalized Marijuana Bring Reefer Madness to Illinois?

The Jan. 1 legalization of recreational marijuana in Illinois brings with it many dizzying questions. Could the Land of Lincoln become the Midwest mecca for marijuana tourism?

Sep 30, 2019

Allies Watch Closely as Trump Impeachment Probe Intensifies

The public has new insight on how President Trump interacts with world leaders behind closed doors. But do his actions amount to an impeachable offense? And how do allies and adversaries overseas view his dealings with Ukraine?

Sep 30, 2019

Crain’s Headlines: McPier Leader to Join Real Estate Firm Clayco

Lori Healy, the head of the agency that runs McCormick Place and Navy Pier, is joining Clayco, a real estate, architecture and construction firm. 

Sep 30, 2019

As a Young Man, He Traveled with ‘Railroad Tramps’ and Documented Their Lives

More than 40 years ago, Chicagoan Dale Wickum traveled all over the country by freight train to meet and photograph men who called themselves “railroad tramps.” The photos have been in storage since the 1970s. Until now.

Sep 30, 2019

‘A New Low’: Sen. Durbin on Ukraine Call, Trump Impeachment Inquiry

In a flurry of tweets, President Donald Trump spent the last several days attacking the newly launched impeachment inquiry against him. U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin weighs in on the situation.

Sep 30, 2019

Deported Army Veteran from Chicago Returns to United States

Miguel Perez came to the U.S. from Mexico as a child, and served in Afghanistan in the early 2000s. After being deported last year, he was pardoned by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and is now back in Chicago. He joins us in discussion.

Sep 30, 2019

‘Remaking a Life’: New Book Features Chicago Women Living with HIV/AIDS

For more than a decade, Northwestern University professor Celeste Watkins-Hayes documented the lives of more than 100 women living with HIV/AIDS in Chicago and beyond. Now, their stories are featured in a new book.

Sep 30, 2019

September 30, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 30, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Sep 26, 2019

Chicago Teachers Union Members Vote to Authorize Strike

Ninety-four percent of Chicago Teachers Union members voted to authorize a walkout, according to preliminary results announced Thursday night at the CTU headquarters.

Sep 26, 2019

Isaiah Collier: An Emerging Chicago Talent in Jazz and Blues

With a new record in the wings – and concerts around the world – one of Chicago’s hidden musical talents is increasingly becoming not so hidden. He recently turned 21 years old – but musically, Isaiah Collier is an old soul. 

Sep 26, 2019

Crain’s Headlines: 25 Chicago Restaurants Get Michelin Stars

Michelin, the global fine dining guide, granted its prestigious star awards Thursday to a swath of Chicago restaurants, this year bestowing the honor on 25 local venues. That’s up from 22 last year.

Sep 26, 2019

Whistleblower Gives Democrats a ‘Roadmap’ for Trump Probe

The explosive details of a whistleblower’s complaint against President Donald Trump provided Democrats on Thursday with a roadmap for their impeachment inquiry. We get reaction from Chicago-area congressmen.