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November 3, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 3, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Amid Pandemic and Racial Unrest, Echoes of 1920 Election in 2020

In November 1920, change was in the air as the country geared up for a presidential election in the wake of a global pandemic and racial unrest. Sound familiar? We check out  “Decision 1920” at the Newberry Library.

Rumbling Threats of Legal Challenges Echo on Election Day

Even before Election Day, the 2020 race was the most litigated in memory. President Donald Trump is promising more to come.

General Iron to Pay $18K in Fines as Relocation to Southeast Side Looms

After being hit with a dozen citations from city inspectors in the past year, General Iron has agreed to pay a penalty. Meanwhile, environmental activists continue their fight to block the scrap metal recycler’s move.

Election 2020: States To Watch Closely on Election Night

President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden each have a path to win the White House. Grab the binoculars and focus on these 10 states as election returns start rolling in.

US Judge Blocks Trump Immigration Rule on Public Benefits

The decision marked the latest turn in a complex legal battle over the rule that has been among President Donald Trump’s most aggressive steps in overhauling the nation’s immigration system. 

How Soon Will We Know the US Election Outcome?

A shift to mail voting is increasing the chances that Americans will not know the winner of the 2020 presidential race on election night. But that doesn’t mean the results will be flawed or fraudulent. 

Firearm Sales Increase Drastically Amid Pandemic, Civil Unrest

In October, Americans purchased an estimated 1.92 million guns — an increase of 67% from October 2019, according to an analysis of FBI data. Why more Americans are purchasing guns in 2020.

In 2020 Finale, Trump Complains, Biden Stays on Offense

Never before in modern history have voters faced a choice between candidates offering such opposite visions as the nation faces multiple crises.

North Chicago Nonprofit Gives Students In-Person Support During Remote Learning

The majority of North Chicago’s public school students are learning from home. But since September, a nonprofit is offering in-person support to vulnerable children. We go for a visit to learn more.

What to Make of National, Statewide Polls Ahead of Election Day

National and statewide polls show former Vice President Joe Biden leading President Donald Trump ahead of Election Day. But as we learned in 2016, polls are by no means definitive indicators of victory or defeat.

Crain’s Headlines: Rising Property Tax Bill at Trump Tower

The property tax bill for retail space at Trump Tower has doubled to a million dollars. Crain’s Chicago Business reporter Danny Ecker joins us with that story and more.

Watchdog Says CPD Delaying Records He Needs for Probe of Protests

Inspector General Joseph Ferguson told aldermen Monday that the Chicago Police Department has delayed his office’s probe of how it responded to the protests and unrest that swept Chicago this year.

As COVID-19 Rates Rise, Officials Urge Residents to Practice Safety at the Polls

If you plan to vote in person on Election Day, state health officials have some requests. “Don’t forget to wear a mask and keep your distance,” Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Monday.

Nearly a Year After Drive-By Shooting, Family of Frank Aguilar Still Looking For Answers

The family of Frank Aguilar, a 32-year-old nurse who was gunned down in November 2019, gathered in Little Village on Sunday to commemorate his life and to continue to push for justice in finding his killer.