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Chicago Charter Advocates Protest Bill Limiting School Growth

Dozens of charter school advocates and parents gathered outside Will Guzzardi’s Logan Square office Wednesday to protest a bill from the state representative that would limit charter growth in financially struggling Illinois school districts.

World of Robotics and Automation on Display in Chicago

They’re fast, they’re precise and in some cases they’re even ... cute. We visit the trade show Automate to get a look at the latest in robotics.

David Schwimmer on ‘Beyond Caring’ at Lookingglass

Actor David Schwimmer talks television, movies and the new play he brought to Lookingglass Theatre.

Monumental Exhibitions Open Doors to Chicago History

Two shows at the Chicago Cultural Center open doors to a local arts movement from 50 years ago.

Authors, Exonerees Collaborate in New Book ‘Anatomy of Innocence’

A new book tells the stories of people wrongfully convicted of a crime – and how they came to be released.

Why Did State Lawmakers Approve of Cook County Tax Sale Law?

Tuesday marks day two of the semi-annual Cook County tax sale, where those delinquent on their property taxes have their liens sold to private investors, who can then collect massive interest rates. A push to change the system by some public officials has simply raised more questions.

April 4, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the April 4, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Former Ghanaian President on Democracy and Losing Power

John Mahama became president of Ghana following the death of his predecessor in 2012. But when he lost his re-election bid in 2016, he reaffirmed his commitment to democracy and a peaceful transition of power.

Your Web Browsing History May Soon Be for Sale

President Donald Trump signed a law Monday night allowing internet providers to sell your browser history. How worried should you be?

Chicago Flag Turns 100

The mighty Chicago flag gets a special shout-out in City Council just in time for its 100th birthday. We mark Chicago Flag Day by exploring its evolving design, history and popularity.

Illinois Threatens to Sue Trump Administration Over Energy Rules

Illinois and nine other states are threatening to sue the Trump administration over delayed implementation of energy efficiency standards. 

New Illinois Education Model Sent Off for Federal Review

After dozens of listening sessions and meetings, the Illinois State Board of Education announced it has submitted its plan to replace the No Child Left Behind Act to the federal government for review.

‘Ask Amy’ Author Tells (Almost) All in New Memoir

Amy Dickinson tells us about her new book “Strangers Tend to Tell Me Things: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Coming Home.” 

Art Design Chicago to Take Spotlight in 2018

A new art initiative in Chicago will include dozens of exhibitions and hundreds of public programs in 2018.

Ameya Pawar: ‘More Money Doesn’t Always Mean You Win’

The Chicago alderman joins host Eddie Arruza to discuss his run for Illinois governor.