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Bullying

There is a national push to eradicate bullying. Are schools doing enough to combat the problem? We hear from one of the nation's top experts on bullying.

Cathy Davidson

What does a scene of people passing basketballs to each other say about our conscious perceptions? We talk with the Chicago-born author of a new book that suggests radically re-thinking the way we learn and work.

Biking the Boulevards: West Side Parks

Geoffrey Baer tells us about the Chicago roots of The Wizard of Oz and other fascinating facts, as we continue Biking the Bo

Economist Jeffrey Sachs

Reclaiming power from Wall Street corporations, as well as higher taxes on the rich, are at the center of a new book called The Price

Occupy Chicago

Protests by the Occupy Chicago group continue for a 26th day despite weekend arrests of more than 175 supporters. Ash-har Quraishi has the story.

Chicago Housing Authority

The Chicago Housing Authority's "Plan for Transformation" is now in its 11th year. But with a new CEO at the helm, what's next for the CHA? Natalie Moore of WBEZ is here with the details.

Chicago Artists Month

We meet two hardworking Chicago artists as they prepare for their moment in the spotlight as part of Chicago Artists Month. We get a preview of free open houses and studio walks.

Chicago's Blogging Cabbie

We talk with a Chicago cab driver and author who's seen more of the city than most people see in a lifetime.

Biking the Boulevards: Bronzeville

Geoffrey Baer tours Chicago -- by bike! We revisit Geoffrey's Emmy-nominated special, Biking the Boulevards.

Gov. Pat Quinn

Gov. Pat Quinn says he will veto a gaming bill passed in May, in favor of a gambling plan of his own. Carol Marin talks with the governor about that and other pressing Illinois issues.

Cellini Trial Update

Decades of drug abuse have clouded his memory.

Jim Lehrer: ‘Tension City’

He’s had a front row seat for 11 presidential and vice-presidential debates, and now the longtime host of the “PBS NewsHour” tells us about his new book, “Tension City.”

Bears Alumni Club

The Bears get a primetime win over the Vikings with more of Devin Hester's kick return magic.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 10/14

Carol Marin and her panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.

Weekend Events Around Town: 10/14 – 10/16

Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what is going on!