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Mayor Pete Buttigieg Campaigns in Chicago

The election is a long way off, but current polls give the South Bend mayor a decent shot at the White House.

Chicago Nonprofit Wants to Make Credit Work for Everyone

The nonprofit Working Credit says understanding how credit ratings work and building your own credit rating is much easier than you might think – and even more important than you might know.

Looking Ahead: Analysts Preview Lightfoot Administration

Mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot unveils an ambitious 100-day plan. We talk to experts about what the future holds under a Lightfoot administration.

Police: 3 Charged in Murder of Pregnant Teen Marlen Ochoa-Lopez

A 46-year-old woman who allegedly lured Marlen Ochoa-Lopez to her Southwest Side home under the guise of giving her baby clothes is now among three people who have been charged in the teen’s murder.

Restoring the Morgan Park Home of Rotary International’s Founder

An iconic volunteer organization has a worldwide reach – and Chicago roots. We take a look inside the renovations underway at the home of Rotary International founder Paul Harris.

Pregnant Chicago Woman Slain, Baby Cut From Her Womb

The body of 19-year-old Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was found early Wednesday. She was last seen leaving her high school on April 23, the same day paramedics were called to a home several miles away on the Southwest Side about a newborn with problems breathing.

‘Brotherland’ Photographer Documents Conflict, Life in Ukraine

The young American photographer Brendan Hoffman tells us about his show at the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art.

Ald. Moreno Hit With Defamation Lawsuit Following Criminal Charges

Liliya Hrabar was arrested in February for driving Ald. Proco “Joe” Moreno’s stolen vehicle, but says she was given permission to use the car by the embattled 1st Ward alderman, who allegedly lied about the theft.

May 16, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the May 16, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Tony Award-Winning ‘Hamilton’ Ending Chicago Run in January

Producers made the announcement Thursday, saying the production playing at downtown Chicago’s CIBC Theatre would close Jan. 5, 2020. 

Author of Flattering Trump Biography Gets Pardon From Trump

President Donald Trump on Wednesday granted a full pardon to Conrad Black, a former newspaper publisher whose media empire once included the Chicago Sun-Times and The Daily Telegraph of London.

Trump Criticizes Prosecutors at Event for Fallen Officers

President Donald Trump used a ceremony for fallen law enforcement officers on Wednesday to criticize big-city prosecutors he asserts don’t go after criminals who pose a severe threat to public safety. He singled out prosecutors in Chicago and Philadelphia.

Rolling Stones North American Tour to Start in Chicago

The Rolling Stones are ready to get back on the road after postponing their North American tour because Mick Jagger needed medical treatment.

Spotlight Politics: Lightfoot, New City Council Prepare to Take Over

Mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot and some Chicago aldermen are already in a stare down over aldermanic power. Our politics team tackles that story and other headlines in our weekly roundtable.

New Report Grades Chicago Hospitals on Patient Safety

How safe are Chicago hospitals? A new report says some of them are not making the grade when it comes to patient safety and preventable death.