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Chicago-Style Magic Reappears in Andersonville

Chicago has a style of magic? It does. We check out a North Side lounge that aims to recreate the spirit of Chicago-style close-up magic.

Michael Madigan Wins 6th Term as Head of Illinois’ Democratic Party

He first became head of the Democratic Party of Illinois in 1998. Despite his longevity, House Speaker Michael Madigan isn’t a beloved figure.

April 23, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the April 20, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Downtown to O’Hare in 32 Minutes: On Board a Little-Used Metra Line

While talk of building a new express train to O’Hare heats up, we explore a little-known line that already goes there.

Chicago Cellist Ifetayo Ali-Landing, 15, Makes Symphony Center Debut

The young musician joins us in conversation and performance ahead of her Chicago professional debut with the Chicago Sinfonietta next month. 

Russians Hacking Routers in the US and UK, Officials Warn

Government officials from the U.S. and the United Kingdom warn that Russian hackers are targeting consumer and business routers. How to protect your devices.

Dorothy Brown Announces 2nd Bid for Chicago Mayor

The Cook County circuit court clerk talks about her surprise run for mayor of Chicago.

Study: Gene Therapy for Blood Disorder Ends Need for Transfusions

A rare blood disorder called thalassemia requires regular blood transfusions, but gene therapy may change that, according to a new study.

‘Don’t Panic’: Chicago Officials Hope to Save Lives With Safe Haven Law

April is “Save Abandoned Babies Month” in Illinois. Chicago police and fire officials hope to raise awareness of the state’s safe haven law in the hopes of saving infant lives.

Illinois Gets Huge Donation for Synthetic Cannabinoids Treatment

How a donation of nearly 800,000 tablets of vitamin K can help treat severe bleeding related to the use of synthetic cannabinoids.

Adler to Honor NASA Volcanologist With Women in Space Science Award

A conversation with NASA research scientist Rosaly Lopes, who will be recognized this week at an event celebrating women in space science. 

Scientists Discover ‘Suicidal’ Octopus Colonies Near Ocean Floor

A team of scientists was exploring a rocky patch of ocean floor when they found something that shouldn’t have been there: octopuses – lots of them.

Putting a Bit of a Twist on This Year’s Non-Equity Jeff Nominations

Acknowledging the existence of “gender fluidity,” the 45th annual Non-Equity Jeff Awards nominations for performance are now nonbinary.

Dreams, Drama Drive CSO’s Concert of Works by Debussy and Tchaikovsky

The work of both composers shares the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s current program led by Maestro Riccardo Muti. And the result is a most winning mix of opposing musical temperaments.

New Chicago Law Requires Health Warning Signs at Tobacco Dealers

The Windy City is the first in the nation to require tobacco health warning signs at the doors of all tobacco dealers. The new law also prohibits all free sampling of tobacco products.