More than 20 percent of Chicagoans don't know where their next meal is coming from. A new study by the Greater Chicago Food Depository reveals hunger across Cook County. Carol Marin takes a look at who's being hit hardest and why.

There's a new push to increase recreation on the Chicago River. But when will it be safe enough to swim in? And how much will the cleanup cost? We talk about the river's future.

A city ordinance allows free parking during certain hours in a neighborhood with heavy traffic. We find out how that has pitted neighbor against neighbor, and even residents against churches.

A new documentary tells the story of the largely forgotten man who changed the telephone business forever.

Chicago Tonight's website gets a fresh new look.

Trucks are the subject of artist John Himmelfarb's recent obsession. We go under the viaduct and into the Chicago Cultural Center for a look at a convoy on canvas.

The City of Chicago announces a new initiative to invest in the CTA's aging infrastructure in an effort to upgrade the commuter experience and boost ridership. Ash-har Quraishi has the story. 

Should a 1,900 mile pipeline be built to transport oil sand petroleum from Canada to the United States?

She's arguably Chicago's hottest architect, and now she can add MacArthur genius grant recipient to her list of accolades. Jeanne Gang joins us.

Treating prostate cancer may make matters worse. The controversial author of Winning the Battle Against Prostate Cancer tells us why.

The first exhibit at a new museum in town showcases the visual arts as made by Chicago artists over the past 150 years.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney and daughter Liz spoke to a packed crowd at the Union League Club of Chicago Monday afternoon to discuss their best-selling political memoir. Ash-har Quraishi has the story.

Did we give financial analyst Terry Savage short shrift last week in favor of our interview with the prime minister of Zimbabwe?

President Barack Obama unveils a $3 trillion deficit reduction plan. But can he find a consensus in Congress? Carol Marin talks with two Illinois Congressmen about the proposal and more. 

It looks like a Chicago landmark is getting a new owner.