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Ald. Garza Asking Illinois EPA, in Writing, to Put Brakes on General Iron Permit Process

Ald. Susan Sadlowski Garza is joining the chorus of 10th Ward neighbors calling for the Illinois EPA to delay consideration of General Iron’s permit to move from Lincoln Park to the Southeast Side. 

June 10, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the June 10, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

What is Herd Immunity And Could it Work With COVID-19?

Herd immunity is when a virus can no longer spread easily because enough people are immune to it. That lowers the chances of the virus jumping from person to person and reaching those who haven’t been infected yet.

City to Use $5M in Private Funds to Help Chicagoans Left Out of Federal Coronavirus Relief

Chicagoans who did not get financial help from the federal government during the coronavirus pandemic can apply for $1,000 grants from the city, Mayor Lori Lightfoot announced Wednesday.

Mark Your Calendars: Park District Summer Camp Registration Opens This Week

For parents who’ve been strapped for child care during the coronavirus shutdown, relief is in sight. But there will be even less capacity than normal this year, so prepare to act fast. 

‘Hood Feminism’ and Police Brutality: A Conversation with Mikki Kendall

We discuss the role of feminists in the fight against racism and police brutality with the author of “Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women that the Movement Forgot.”

COVID-19 Across Chicago: South Chicago

On the Southeast Side, a community deals with the aftermath of property damage and looting against the backdrop of ongoing concerns over COVID-19 and environmental pollution.

Navy Pier Partially Reopens, But Bars, Lakefront Still Closed

One of the state’s top tourist attractions has been closed to visitors throughout the coronavirus pandemic. That changes Wednesday, even as other popular Chicago destinations remain closed — including the lakefront.

Journalists Wage Legal Fights After Facing Protest Attacks

Journalists alarmed by dozens of incidents where reporters were shot at, manhandled, gassed or arrested while covering demonstrations touched off by the death of Minnesota man George Floyd are fighting back legally.

Pro Sports Make a Game Plan for Returning to Play

Sports fans, the countdown can finally begin. As the country takes its first steps out of a coronavirus-induced slumber, plans for the re-emergence of pro sports are surfacing. 

Lightfoot to Unveil New Protections From Evictions for Renters as Pandemic Eases

Mayor Lori Lightfoot will ask aldermen to approve an ordinance designed to minimize the number of evictions across the city as the coronavirus pandemic eases, officials said.

Pandemic Blows $700M Hole in Chicago’s Budget: Lightfoot

The dire financial picture for Chicago comes after Mayor Lori Lightfoot insisted through mid-April that the city was well-prepared to weather the economic storm whipped up by COVID-19.

June 9, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the June 9, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Chicago Officer Who Flipped Off Protesters Relieved of Police Powers

A Chicago police officer who was caught on camera last week extending his middle fingers toward peaceful protesters has been relieved of his police powers, days after Mayor Lori Lightfoot called for him to be fired.

City Cancels Summer Festivals Through Labor Day

This year’s summer festival season will look a little different, with large outdoor festivals canceled or moved online, including Lollapalooza.