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Ask Geoffrey: Lincoln Park Statue in Mexico City?

How did a Lincoln Park statue wind up standing in cities all over the world? Geoffrey Baer goes south of the border for the answer. 

Chicago More Vulnerable to Climate Change than Miami, Says ‘Death and Life of Great Lakes’ Author

Author Dan Egan had sobering words for Chicagoans at a One Book, One Chicago event this week.

January 16, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 16, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Weekend Red Line Construction, Station Closures Canceled

Three CTA Red Line stations in Edgewater that were scheduled to be shut down this weekend will remain open after construction work was canceled due to a high wind advisory, according to the office of 48th Ward Ald. Harry Osterman.

Ex-Judge: Kim Foxx Shouldn’t Use Tax Dollars for Outside Counsel

Sheila O’Brien, who successfully petitioned for a special prosecutor to take over the Jussie Smollett investigation, is now seeking to bar the Cook County state’s attorney from using taxpayer dollars to pay for her own outside counsel.

‘Impartial Justice’? What to Watch in Trump’s Senate Trial

The impeachment of President Donald Trump is the Senate’s challenge now. Look Thursday for a series of striking ceremonial matters to set up the Senate as a court of impeachment. 

Spotlight Politics: A Corruption Check-In

Just weeks into 2020, fresh headlines are shining light on politicians behaving unethically. Our politics team digs into those stories and more in our weekly roundtable.

‘It’s Not Regular’ Highlights Injustices on Chicago’s South, West Sides

A new book and sign campaign points out daily inequities in some of Chicago’s underserved neighborhoods. We speak with Jahmal Cole, CEO and founder of the nonprofit My Block, My Hood, My City.

City Council Approves New Protections for Undocumented Immigrants

Undocumented immigrants stand to gain more protections in Chicago after City Council approved an ordinance Wednesday. The meeting also featured a tense debate over contracting for LGBTQ business owners.

House Sends Articles of Impeachment to the Senate

After nearly a month of delay, the House of Representatives voted Wednesday to transmit articles of impeachment for the trial of President Donald Trump to the Senate. We discuss the latest and look ahead.

For 30 Years, Chris Ware Has Chronicled the Adventures of American Misfits

For fans of comics and graphic novels, he is a superstar. But the artist Chris Ware lives a low-key life just outside Chicago. At his home studio, we meet the engaging comic book artist with an unusual eye for everyday life.

Interim Top Cop Charlie Beck on the Future of Policing in Chicago

It’s a temporary job, but a big one: Chicago’s interim police superintendent talks about restructuring the police force, parallels between LA and Chicago and the search for the city’s next top cop.

Crain’s Headlines: Advocate Closing 7 Suburban Immediate Care Clinics

Advocate Medical Group is closing immediate care clinics at seven Chicago-area Walgreens stores next month.

So Long Spork, See Ya Clamshell: Chicago Moves to Get Rid of Plastic Waste

Chicago is getting tough on plastic waste. A new city ordinance would, if passed, ban Styrofoam to-go containers and reduce single-use plastic utensils.

E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce is Over, CDC Says

A monthslong E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce harvested in Salinas, California, appears to be over. The outbreak sickened 167 people in 27 states, including Illinois, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.