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Analyzing the Pension Reform Ruling

The Illinois Supreme Court overturned the state’s 2013 pension reform law. Chicago Tonight hosts a special 30-minute edition on the ruling.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 5/8

Joel Weisman and his panel of local journalists discuss this week’s top stories.

Web Extra: The Week in Review: 5/8

Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss the Burge police torture reparations package. They also delve into the impact of director Spike Lee's upcoming movie that will reportedly be called Chiraq.

IL Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Pension Reform Law Unconstitutional

The Illinois Supreme Court has struck down the state's landmark 2013 pension reform law, upholding a lower court ruling that it violated the state constitution. In the ruling, the court rejected the state's defense that its contractual obligations were not absolute, because it reserved "emergency powers" in a time of crisis.

Weekend Events Around Town: 5/8-5/10

Serenade the moon on the lagoon; drink up the suds at Soldier Field; and enjoy the sounds of a classical rock star. Chicago Tonight has your weekend picks.

CTU Rallies Against Proposed Pay Cut

The Chicago Teachers Union is digging in its heels over contract negotiations with the school district. Find out how far they're willing to go over what the union calls a 7 percent pay cut proposal from the city. Brandis Friedman has the details.

Civic Federation Says Rauner’s Proposed Budget Is “Unachievable”

“Unachievable.” That's what fiscal watchdog group The Civic Federation calls Gov. Bruce Rauner's proposed 2016 fiscal budget in a new report released today. And the report comes a day after Rauner gave an unprecedented speech to the Chicago City Council, saying city officials shouldn't expect a bail out from the state. Tonight we talk with a panel of experts about what this means for the city and the state.

Changing Landscape of Cook County Jail

There’s good and bad news for Cook County's troubled jail system. Paris Schutz has more on the changing landscape of the Cook County criminal justice system amid some political hardball between top county officials. What progress is being made?

"Welcome to Me" Director Shira Piven on Women in Hollywood

Shira Piven, director of the new film, Welcome to Me, joins us to talk about female directors in Hollywood, working with Kristen Wiig, and the film's portrayal of mental health.

Divvy Expands

Chicago's Divvy bike sharing program is expanding this spring. Where are the new stations? And where aren't they?

First Planting of the Season

Chicago Tonight staff digs into the first planting of the season with The Organic Gardner Jeanne Nolan.

Viewer Feedback: 5/7

We share what you had to say about Archbishop Blase Cupich’s comments on the Catholic Church’s financial situation, Chicago aldermen’s reactions to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s City Council address, and support for PBS Chief Paula Kerger.

Rauner Pitches Turnaround Agenda to City Council

Gov. Bruce Rauner takes his controversial right-to-work agenda to Chicago's City Council. Paris Schutz has the latest.