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Jan. 29, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 29, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Rauner, Ives Get Heated in Only Primary Matchup

The Republican candidates for governor squared off Monday for the first, and potentially only, time. 

The Mirage Tavern: Remembering the Undercover Series 40 Years Later

A phony tavern in 1970s Chicago exposed the city’s widespread corruption. We revisit the groundbreaking Chicago Sun-Times series with two of the journalists behind it.

Block Museum Explores William Blake’s Influence on the Age of Aquarius

A who’s who of great artists and writers of the 20th century was influenced by one who died in semi-obscurity nearly 200 years ago. We take another look at “William Blake and the Age of Aquarius.”

Outcome Health Patches Up Feud with Investors

High-flying Chicago tech startup Outcome Health came crashing to Earth last year with investors. We get the latest from John Pletz, senior reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business.

2018 Academy Awards: A More Inclusive Age of the Oscars?

This year’s Oscar picks for best picture are an unusually mixed bag of genres, including the comedy-horror film “Get Out.” Two film critics weigh in on this year’s nominees.

Doomsday Clock Moves Closer to Midnight

For first time since the height of the Cold War, the hands of the Doomsday Clock, a symbolic indicator of how close we are to a global catastrophe, have been moved to 11:58 p.m. This is the closest the clock has been to midnight since 1953.

Teen Smoking Rate Drops to Historic Low in 2017, City Says

Fewer Chicago teens are smoking cigarettes, according to city data. But the mayor and city health officials want to reach a “tobacco-free generation,” said Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Julie Morita.

Chicago ‘Not Well-Placed’ for Super Blue Blood Moon

Wednesday’s “super blue blood moon” marks the convergence of three lunar events, but it will hardly be visible to viewers in Chicago. 

Police: Burglars Disguised as Utility Workers Robbing South Side Homes

The Chicago Police Department is warning South and Near South Side residents of a string of burglaries after men apparently posing as utility workers broke into multiple homes over the past month. 

Judge Says Illinois Should Approve ComEd’s Bronzeville Microgrid

ComEd should be allowed to proceed with plans to build a first-of-its-kind microgrid in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood, a state legal authority said this week. But environmental and consumer advocates aren't satisfied with the project. 

The Week in Review: Sessions Threatens Chicago, Emanuel Fires Back

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions threatens Chicago and other sanctuary cities. Meanwhile, Illinois politicians are front and center on the immigration debate. And Janice Jackson officially becomes CPS’s CEO. Eddie Arruza and guests discuss these stories and more.

Web Extra, The Week in Review: Chicago Women’s March

Eddie Arruza and guests Heather Cherone, Steve Daniels, Tahman Bradley and Amanda Vinicky talk about the Chicago Women’s March to the Polls.

Jan. 25, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 25, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Competition in Congress: A Primary Preview

Who will take U.S. Rep. Luis Guiterrez’s place in Washington? A preview of that highly competitive contest and others coming up next month.