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Poll: 1 in 4 Don’t Plan to Retire Despite Realities of Aging

Experts say illness, injury, layoffs and caregiving responsibilities often force older workers to leave their jobs sooner than they’d like.

Reports: Iran Enriching Uranium to 4.5%, Breaking Deal Limit

The decision to ramp up uranium enrichment came less than a week after Iran acknowledged breaking the 661-pound limit on its low-enriched uranium stockpile.

8 Frank Lloyd Wright Buildings Added to World Heritage List

The work of famed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright was recognized Sunday as eight of his buildings, including the Unity Temple in suburban Chicago, were added to the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Police: More Than a Dozen Trampled in Navy Pier July 4 Stampede

Police said a false report of gunfire set off a stampede that trampled more than a dozen people at Chicago’s annual July 4 fireworks display Thursday at Navy Pier, where thousands of revelers had crowded the Lake Michigan shore.

Trump Weighs Executive Order to Add Census Citizenship Query

President Donald Trump said Friday he is “very seriously” considering an executive order to try to force the inclusion of a citizenship question as part of the 2020 Census.

Some Kenyan Families Reject Boeing’s Compensation for Crash

Fifteen Kenyan families of people killed in a plane crash in Ethiopia in March on Friday rejected a proposal by Boeing to compensate them, saying they will pursue their claims in court.

4,000-Mile Cycling Trip Raising Funds for Be the Match Stops in Chicago

A trio of cyclists who have been touched by leukemia are traveling across the country to raise money and awareness for Be the Match, a nonprofit that helps patients who need bone marrow or umbilical cord blood transplants. 

Defenders of Vegan Bacon Sue Mississippi over Labeling Law

A federal lawsuit says Mississippi is violating free-speech rights by banning makers of plant-based foods from using terms such as “meatless meatballs” and “vegan bacon.”

Life or Death: What’s Next in Trial of Brendt Christensen

As in any criminal case, after a defendant is found guilty, the court moves on to sentencing. But things operate differently when the defendant faces a possible death sentence.

Socialized Electricity? Alderman Floats Government Takeover of ComEd

The self-styled democratic socialist members of Chicago’s City Council – led by Veteran 35th Ward Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa – want the city to explore true socialist policy.

Summer Reading List 2019: New and Old Books to Explore

Summer in Chicago: There never seems to be enough of it, especially with so many things to do – and read. Need a good recommendation? Here are 15 wide-ranging options from three Chicago authors.

Self-Focusing Glasses and Other News from the World of Science

Could futuristic-looking headware ultimately lead to self-focusing glasses? Rabiah Mayas returns with a roundup of the latest science news.

City Council Caucus Chairs on Chicago’s Future

The different caucuses of aldermen that make up the council play a big role in shaping its direction. Their leaders join us for a conversation about their priorities and vision for Chicago.

Gery Chico’s New Challenge: Uplifting Underserved Neighborhoods

The former mayoral candidate and onetime Chicago school board president is taking on a new job as board chair of Local Initiatives Support Corporation Chicago. He tells us about his new role.

July 3, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the July 3, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”