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Bob Fioretti Makes Moves to Run for Chicago Mayor

Former 2nd Ward Ald. Bob Fioretti, who tried to unseat Mayor Rahm Emanuel in 2015, and ran against Toni Preckwinkle for Cook County Board president in the 2018 Democratic primary, appears to be running once more for mayor.

Irving Berlin’s ‘Holiday Inn’ Becomes Newly Minted Gem on Marriott Stage

The recent Broadway musical based on the hit 1942 film is an old-fashioned charmer on every level, with just enough of a sardonic bite to make it feel fresh, and just enough nostalgia to pierce your heart.

Lincoln Park Zoo Opens New $9.3 Million Visitor Center

A movie theater-sized screen highlighting daily programs, plus gardens and a member center will provide additional comforts and services to visitors, the zoo says.

Teen Charged After Fireworks Incident Inside Morgan Park High School

An Instagram video that captured the incident Tuesday morning shows students yelling and running through smoke-filled hallways after the fireworks were set off. A 16-year-old now faces a felony charge.

The Week in Review: Mendoza Confirms Mayoral Run, Amazon Snubs Chicago

Susana Mendoza is in the race for mayor. Outrage and confusion surround the fatal police shooting of a security guard. Chicago gets the big snub from Amazon. And the Bears get ready for their prime time matchup against Minnesota.

Web Extra, The Week in Review: Uptown Theatre Restoration

Paris Schutz and guests discuss the planned $75-million restoration of the landmark Uptown Theatre.

Nov. 15, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 15, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

What Social Media Posts Can Tell Us about Gang Violence

Gang violence in Chicago has been researched, debated and battled for years. What role might artificial intelligence play in preventing violence?

Illinois Rolls Out New Savings Program for Workers Without Retirement Plans

We learn about a new state-sponsored savings program aimed at more than one million Illinois workers not already covered by a retirement plan.

Chicago Park District Fails to Background Check Many Volunteers, Investigation Finds

Investigators described the Park District’s procedures for vetting volunteers as “outdated” and “under-resourced,” with a single employee responsible for managing the entire volunteer program.

Turnover and Turmoil at USA Gymnastics

Scandals plague USA Gymnastics in the wake of the Larry Nassar sexual abuse catastrophe. USA Today columnist Nancy Armour has the latest.

A New Approach to Addressing Hunger in Higher Education

Food pantries are popping up in a surprising, new location: colleges and universities. How City Colleges of Chicago and the Greater Chicago Food Depository are providing for local students.

Prosecutors Seek Witness Immunity as McDonald Conspiracy Case Heads to Trial

Special prosecutors believe it will take less than a week to present their case against a trio of current and former Chicago police officers accused of trying to cover up the 2014 shooting of black teen Laquan McDonald.

Biography Explores ‘Love and Strife’ of Legendary Author Saul Bellow

He is widely considered one of the greatest American novelists. Saul Bellow’s anger, appetites and enormous talent are captured in a newly released biography by Zachary Leader, who joins us in conversation.

Photographer Donates His Talents to Help Dogs Get Adopted

More than 6,000 dogs were taken in by the city’s animal shelter last year. How one local animal lover is focusing his lens on the challenge of finding them permanent homes.