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City’s Goals for O’Hare Expansion Include More Gates, Competition

Negotiations are underway between the city and United and American Airlines over a new gate lease agreement that could determine O’Hare’s future development for a generation.

‘Chicago Voices’ Concert Showcases Diverse Local Talent

A major, Chicago-centric concert this weekend showcases the city’s many voices.

Rabbi Herman Schaalman, Interfaith Leader, Dies at 100

We remember Rabbi Herman Schaalman, a Holocaust survivor and legendary interfaith leader who late in life gave up his belief in God.

Jonathan Biss, Acclaimed Pianist, on His ‘Obsessive’ Approach to Music

A studio performance by classical pianist Jonathan Biss.

Chicago Barber’s 1957 Creation Becomes 3-Generation Success Story

When Chicago barber Fred Luster created a new product for his customers in 1957, he couldn’t have known what lay ahead. A look at the history of Luster Products.

Viewer Feedback: ‘The Ban Is Unacceptable’

Viewers weigh in on President Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration and refugees.

February 2, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Feb. 2, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Buy Toys for Animals from Lincoln Park Zoo’s Enrichment ‘Wish List’

Siku the polar bear wants a floating stone. Bella the baby guerilla wants carrots. The holiday season has passed, but Chicago zoo animals are still hoping for gifts.

George Takei on Trump, Turmoil and Why ‘Trek’ Endures

The actor and activist hosts a screening and discussion of the film “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” this weekend. We caught up with him to talk “Trek,” Trump and more.

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Feb. 2-5

An after-hours museum party, ice cream for breakfast and Super Bowl parties usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago. 

CTU Delegates Call on CPS Head Claypool to Step Down

Chicago Teachers Union officials issued a vote of no confidence Wednesday night on Chicago Public Schools CEO Forrest Claypool after claiming he has worked to “dismantle and sabotage” CPS.

School Funding Reform Commission Delivers Report, Legislation TBD

Another commission, another report on school funding reform. Will lawmakers’ recommendations create a new formula?

February 1, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Feb. 1, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Ask Geoffrey: What Happened to Chicago Burger Chain Wimpy’s?

A viewer wonders what became of a Chicago burger chain that borrowed its name from a cartoon moocher. Geoffrey Baer serves up some hamburger history.

Honoring Chicago Poet Gwendolyn Brooks, Who Broke the Color Barrier

The late Chicago poet Gwendolyn Brooks made history in 1950 as the first African-American author to receive a Pulitzer Prize.