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Firearm Sales Increase Drastically Amid Pandemic, Civil Unrest

In October, Americans purchased an estimated 1.92 million guns — an increase of 67% from October 2019, according to an analysis of FBI data. Why more Americans are purchasing guns in 2020.

In 2020 Finale, Trump Complains, Biden Stays on Offense

Never before in modern history have voters faced a choice between candidates offering such opposite visions as the nation faces multiple crises.

North Chicago Nonprofit Gives Students In-Person Support During Remote Learning

The majority of North Chicago’s public school students are learning from home. But since September, a nonprofit is offering in-person support to vulnerable children. We go for a visit to learn more.

What to Make of National, Statewide Polls Ahead of Election Day

National and statewide polls show former Vice President Joe Biden leading President Donald Trump ahead of Election Day. But as we learned in 2016, polls are by no means definitive indicators of victory or defeat.

Crain’s Headlines: Rising Property Tax Bill at Trump Tower

The property tax bill for retail space at Trump Tower has doubled to a million dollars. Crain’s Chicago Business reporter Danny Ecker joins us with that story and more.

Watchdog Says CPD Delaying Records He Needs for Probe of Protests

Inspector General Joseph Ferguson told aldermen Monday that the Chicago Police Department has delayed his office’s probe of how it responded to the protests and unrest that swept Chicago this year.

As COVID-19 Rates Rise, Officials Urge Residents to Practice Safety at the Polls

If you plan to vote in person on Election Day, state health officials have some requests. “Don’t forget to wear a mask and keep your distance,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Monday.

Nearly a Year After Drive-By Shooting, Family of Frank Aguilar Still Looking For Answers

The family of Frank Aguilar, a 32-year-old nurse who was gunned down in November 2019, gathered in Little Village on Sunday to commemorate his life and to continue to push for justice in finding his killer.

Officials Shut Down 3 Large Parties for Violating COVID-19 Restrictions

The largest party shut down by inspectors took place at the Chicago Sports Complex in Brighton Park, where 600 people gathered, none of them wearing masks, city officials said.

November 2, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 2, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Heading to the Polls on Election Day in Chicago? Here’s Everything You Need To Know

While a record number of Chicagoans have already voted, plenty of others are set to cast their ballots on Tuesday. Have questions about where or how to vote? We’ve got answers. 

Early Voting, Voting By Mail in Chicago Smashes Records: Officials

With 24 hours to go before polls open on Election Day, Chicago voters have flooded election officials with early ballots and mail-in ballots, deluging records set in 2016 and promising a huge final turnout.

Total Crime Down, But Homicides, Shootings Remain Up More Than 50% in 2020

Data from the Chicago Police Department shows there have been 2,768 shootings and 655 murders year-to-date. Those figures are up 51% and 52%, respectively, when compared to the first 10 months of 2019.

Trump Threatens To Fire Fauci in Rift With Disease Expert

President Donald Trump is suggesting that he will fire Dr. Anthony Fauci after Tuesday’s election, as his rift with the nation’s top infectious disease expert widens.

‘Good Trouble’ Highlights Voices From the Front Lines of Social Justice Movements

Chicago takes part in a nationwide listening party for a new audio play that uses the words of protesters, activists, immigrants and survivors to explore recent social and protest movements. We go for a listen.