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April 3, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the April 3, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Trump’s Trade War Heats Up

Tensions over trade restrictions heat up as China responds with tariffs of its own on more than 100 U.S. products.

Chicago’s Spring Theater Season In Full Bloom

Theater critic Hedy Weiss reviews “Pretty Woman,” “Sweeney Todd,” plus dramas at the Goodman Theatre and more.

70 Cases of Severe Bleeding in Illinois Linked to Synthetic Marijuana Use

Health officials on Tuesday are again urging people to avoid synthetic cannabinoids – even if they’ve used them in the past without incident. The drugs “are not a safe alternative to marijuana” and “probably more toxic,” said Illinois Poison Center Medical Director Mike Wahl.

‘Consuming Religion’ Explores Shaping of Corporate, Celebrity Culture

From celebrity to corporate life, a new book explores how our culture is shaped by religious traditions.

Earth Day Will Now Be Earth Week at Shedd Aquarium

For the first time, Shedd Aquarium will host a full week of events leading up to Earth Day on April 22. 

For Giant Globes Founder, Business is a Global Endeavor

Matt Binns is equal parts artist, inventor and businessman. We visit his workshop to see how his company’s custom-made globes are constructed.

3 Charged for Allegedly Conspiring to Sell Synthetic Marijuana in Chicago

The U.S. attorney’s office charged three people Monday with federal drug offenses for allegedly conspiring to sell synthetic cannabinoids at a West Side convenience store.

Reporting the Story: Gymnastics Coach Accused of Sexual Abuse

Chicago Tonight reporter Alex Ruppenthal talks about his investigation into allegations of sexual abuse surrounding a Chicago-area coach who was banned by USA Gymnastics in November 2017.

‘Native American Woven Arts’ Explores Methods, Meaning Behind Artistry

Weaving function and design at a local museum dedicated to Native American art and culture.

April 2, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the April 2, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Loyola Ramblers: What’s Next After Team’s Final Four Run

Loyola’s Cinderella story came to an end Saturday when the men’s basketball team was bested by Michigan, but that doesn’t mean the competition is over.

China’s First Space Station Crashes Back to Earth

Rabiah Mayas, one of our favorite explainers of all things scientific, shares some of the latest top science news from Chicago and around the world.

Faces, Places from a Chicago Photographer Now 90 Years Old

She’s been photographing Chicago for nearly 70 years. Meet artist Barbara Crane.

If Atlanta Got Crippled by a Cyberattack, How Safe Are You?

Atlanta is still in the throes of a major cyberattack. How vulnerable are cities like Chicago to hackers using ransomware?