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For 30 Years, Chris Ware Has Chronicled the Adventures of American Misfits

For fans of comics and graphic novels, he is a superstar. But the artist Chris Ware lives a low-key life just outside Chicago. At his home studio, we meet the engaging comic book artist with an unusual eye for everyday life.

Interim Top Cop Charlie Beck on the Future of Policing in Chicago

It’s a temporary job, but a big one: Chicago’s interim police superintendent talks about restructuring the police force, parallels between LA and Chicago and the search for the city’s next top cop.

Crain’s Headlines: Advocate Closing 7 Suburban Immediate Care Clinics

Advocate Medical Group is closing immediate care clinics at seven Chicago-area Walgreens stores next month.

So Long Spork, See Ya Clamshell: Chicago Moves to Get Rid of Plastic Waste

Chicago is getting tough on plastic waste. A new city ordinance would, if passed, ban Styrofoam to-go containers and reduce single-use plastic utensils.

E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce is Over, CDC Says

A monthslong E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce harvested in Salinas, California, appears to be over. The outbreak sickened 167 people in 27 states, including Illinois, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 

Chicago Man Charged in Dual Carjackings of Porsche, SUV

A Chicago man from the South Side is facing felony criminal charges after he allegedly carjacked a Porsche and another vehicle that had two children in it on the Near North Side.

12 Things to Do This Weekend: Jan. 16-20

Tributes to Martin Luther King Jr., hot jazz, theater festivals and dumplings usher in the weekend. Here are a dozen things to do in and around Chicago.

January 15, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 15, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Passion for Design Leads to Career in Handmade Leather Goods

A Chicago leather craftsman is wrapping up his first year as an entrepreneur creating leather products in the form of shoes, bags and even greeting cards. 

Chicago Prepares to Declare Climate Emergency

A resolution introduced at Wednesday’s City Council meeting calls for an emergency “climate mobilization” on a scale not seen since WWII.

Date Set for Trial of Man Accused in Murder of CPD Cmdr. Paul Bauer

Jury selection in the trial of 46-year-old Shomari Legghette will begin Feb. 27, just over two years since Chicago Police Cmdr. Paul Bauer was fatally shot in a downtown stairwell.

Pelosi Names Schiff, Nadler as Prosecutors for Trump Trial

The seven-member prosecution team will be led by the chairmen of the House impeachment proceedings, Reps. Adam Schiff of the Intelligence Committee and Jerry Nadler of the Judiciary Committee.

Governor’s 1st Year: Pritzker on Pot, Madigan and Pensions

One year ago, Illinois got a new leader when J.B. Pritzker was sworn in as the state’s 43rd governor. Pritzker reflects on his first year in office and looks ahead to what’s next.

Englewood Aldermen Address Political Divisions at Historic Town Hall

Can one Chicago neighborhood overcome its political divisions to exert more influence in City Council? Five aldermen representing portions of Englewood held a historic town hall Tuesday to try and do just that.

Newest National Park Quarter Inspires Collectors with Fruit Bats

In just a few weeks, there’s a very good chance you’ll have fruit bats in your pocket. The United State Mint will release a quarter on Feb. 3 featuring the National Park of American Samoa, which is home to giant bats.