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Officials Shut Down 50-Person Party in West Town for Violating COVID-19 Restrictions

City officials shut down a 50-person party in West Town early Sunday for violating rules designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Chicago officials said Thursday.

2nd COVID-19 Vaccine Set for OK in US with Panel Endorsement

The FDA’s green light for emergency use is expected quickly. Moderna would then begin shipping millions of doses, earmarked for health workers and nursing home residents, to boost the largest vaccination effort in U.S. history.

Lightfoot Knew Woman Had Been Handcuffed While Naked During Mistaken Police Raid in November 2019

Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Thursday acknowledged that she has known since November 2019 that Chicago police officers handcuffed a naked woman during a mistaken raid of her home in February 2019.

3,500 Illinois Health Care Workers Have Already Received COVID-19 Vaccine

Gov J.B. Pritzker said the state's first vaccine shipments have been distributed to 77 hospitals across Illinois, and on Thursday, another 43,000 additional doses arrived in Cook, Lake, Madison and St. Clair counties.

Police Oversight Officials Are Dropping Cases That Should Be Investigated: Watchdog

The agency charged with investigating allegations of police misconduct improperly closed probes prompted by anonymous complaints that were supported by evidence of wrongdoing, according to a new audit by Chicago’s watchdog.

In Wake of Indians’ Decision, Blackhawks Stay with Team Name

“Obviously respect the decision the Cleveland Indians made to go down that path, but we continue to deepen our commitment to upholding our namesake and our brand,” Blackhawks CEO Danny Wirtz said Thursday.

December 17, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Dec. 17, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

State Labor Board Rejects CTU Request To Delay School Reopening

The Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board issued a 2-1 vote denying the teachers union’s request for an injunction to halt Chicago Public Schools’ plan to reopen schools for in-person learning early next year.

Teen Charged With Murder In Carjacking that Killed Retired Chicago Firefighter

The teen, who was not identified, is charged with first-degree murder and attempted armed robbery in connection with the death of retired Chicago Fire Department Lt. Dwain Williams.

State Regulators Vote to Keep Mercy Hospital Open, For Now

South Side residents have reason to hope that Mercy Hospital could yet be saved from closure. We speak with three people who are fighting to keep the city’s oldest hospital open.

Mayor Proposes Huge Hikes in Fines For Repeat and ‘Egregious’ Air Pollution Violations

The current $5,000 maximum fine for air pollution violations could jump to $50,000 under a proposed ordinance. The hike was prompted by events including a botched demolition of a smokestack in Little Village this past spring.

Report: Black, Latino Families Struggling with Food, Housing Security During Pandemic

Black and Latino communities are disproportionately getting sick and dying from the coronavirus, but a new analysis reveals additional disparities that are impacting families during the public health crisis.

Traumatized by Wrongful Police Raid, Anjanette Young Takes Legal Action

A Chicago woman has filed a lawsuit against the city, and expects to take more legal action after she says Chicago police forcefully, and wrongly, raided her home and then sought to stifle the video evidence.

‘Tree of Remembrance’ Honors Lives Lost to Chicago Gun Violence

As Chicagoans say goodbye to loved ones who have died from gun violence, a local artist is working to make sure their lives are honored this holiday season through his nonprofit, Never Forget Chicago.

Keeping the Faith: How Religion Helps Some People Cope During the Pandemic

With coronavirus deaths surpassing 300,000 and the coronavirus surge — and winter temperatures — forcing people indoors, some people are leaning on their faith and religion to help.