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Why a Chicago Building Appears to be Cracked Like a Melting Iceberg

A public art installation along the Chicago River aims to bring the realities of climate change in Antarctica to Chicago. 

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Sept. 21-24

Dueling West Town beer bashes, gourmet fare, Chicago comedians and free jazz concerts usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

Mavis Staples Biography Selected as New ‘One Book, One Chicago’ Title

We revisit a 2014  “Chicago Tonight” interview with Greg Kot, author of the book “I’ll Take You There: Mavis Staples, The Staple Singers, and the March Up Freedom’s Highway.” 

How to Help Birds Migrate Safely Through Chicago

Thousands of birds are killed or seriously injured each year in Chicago after colliding with buildings because they fail to see reflective or transparent surfaces. Here’s what you can do to help.

Equifax Data Breach: How to Protect Your Credit, Bank Accounts

Some 143 million Americans may have had personal information stolen in the cyberattack of credit-reporting company Equifax. What you need to do immediately.

Sept. 19, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 19, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Illinois Attorney General: Who Will Replace Lisa Madigan?

Erika Harold has a clean shot at the GOP nomination. Among Democrats, it’s a scramble. The first to officially announce a run is state state Rep. Scott Drury, who had been running for governor. 

Fermilab Scientist Warns Solar Flares Could Devastate Infrastructure

While recent hurricanes have been devastating parts of the Earth, some major activity has also been taking place at the center of our solar system.

Chicago-Area Vietnam Veterans Talk About Life After War

As Ken Burns takes on Vietnam in a new 18-hour documentary, we hear from local veterans about their lives since the war.

Illinois to Participate in ‘The Great ShakeOut’ Earthquake Drill

More than 300,000 people across the state are registered for a worldwide earthquake drill next month that encourages participants to drop, cover and hold – actions that could help you survive a quake.

New Mural Brightens Lake Shore Drive Underpass

A look at the creation of the latest mural from the Chicago Public Art Group.

Ragtime Revelations with Reginald Robinson

Thirteen years ago, Chicago native Reginald Robinson was awarded a genius grant from the MacArthur Foundation. He joins us in discussion and performance.

Exploring Construction Boom in Chicago’s ‘Super Loop’

Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic Blair Kamin on the opening of The Yard at Chicago Shakespeare Theater and more.

With Amazon in Sight, Rauner and Emanuel Political Foes No More

After being political foes for months, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Gov. Bruce Rauner are back to working together for a common cause: convincing Amazon to build its second headquarters in Chicago.

Sept. 18, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 18, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."