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November 7, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 7, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Report: 46 Illinois Hospitals Earn Grade ‘A’ in Patient Safety, 4 Earn ‘D’

As many as 440,000 people die every year from preventable mistakes in hospitals, according to national nonprofit The Leapfrog Group. How Illinois hospitals are performing.

Top Cop Eddie Johnson Announces Retirement: ‘It’s Time’

It’s official: Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson will retire at the end of the year. He made his announcement Thursday flanked by family members and Mayor Lori Lightfoot, celebrating what he says has been a reduction in crime on his watch.

Judge Strikes Down New Trump Rule on Religious Objections

A federal judge on Wednesday struck down a new Trump administration rule that could open the way for more health care workers to refuse to participate in abortions or other procedures on moral or religious grounds.

Meet Hatty, the Therapy Dog Helping Crime Victims in Cook County

The latest member of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office isn’t a human. She’s a dog. We meet the new Labrador retriever, Hatty.

Ask Geoffrey: The ‘Big Shot’ at the Museum of Science and Industry

Today, taking a picture is as easy as a single click on a phone. But for many years, the process was much more intricate and time-consuming. Geoffrey Baer shines some light on the now largely forgotten event. 

How Aldermen Are Reimagining Lake Shore Drive

Cracked bridges, eroding and disappearing beaches and massive flooding are taking a toll on Lake Shore Drive. We hear some ideas from aldermen about shoring up the lakefront.

Crain’s Headlines: Invenergy Expanding Corporate Headquarters

The nation's largest privately held wind energy producer has expanded its offices at 1 S. Wacker Drive, in a deal that will soon make it the biggest tenant there.

Spotlight Politics: Johnson’s Retirement Will Set Off Political Fight for Next Superintendent

A big change could be coming to the Chicago Police Department. Our politics team digs into that story and more in our weekly roundtable.

Lightfoot’s Proposed Real Estate Transfer Tax Hike Gets Pushback

Is the mayor’s plan for a real estate transfer tax hike dead on arrival or could a new so-called win-win compromise supported by some Democratic lawmakers create a path forward?

Dancing Down Memory Lane Before the Curtain Falls on ‘Hamilton’ Chicago

Just over three years ago, Chicago audiences were introduced to the smash hit musical “Hamilton.” We catch up with two original cast members of the Chicago production.

November 6, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 6, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Nov. 7-10

Circus acts, a prison tour, barrel-aged brews and a powwow usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

Mayor Lightfoot on Eddie Johnson Retirement Reports: ‘He’s Still Here’

Earlier this week, Eddie Johnson said he’s been “toying” with the idea of stepping down after three years as police superintendent. But Lightfoot wouldn’t say Wednesday if she expects that to happen soon.

House Dems Announce Public Impeachment Hearings Next Week

House Democrats will launch a major new phase of their impeachment inquiry next week with public hearings that will feature three State Department officials who have testified about their concerns about President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine.