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Final Debate for Rauner, Pritzker Takes Place in Quincy, Site of Legionnaire’s Outbreaks

Democrats have been highly critical of the Rauner administration’s handling of the Legionnaire’s outbreaks, but the governor insisted during Thursday's debate that action was “immediately taken.”

Oct. 11, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 11, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

March to the Polls to Honor First-Time Voters Ahead of Midterm Elections

A women’s march in Chicago is planned for Saturday. Why organizers say this event will be different from others.

‘The Man Behind the Bunny’ a Celebration of Art Paul

He was the legendary founding art director of Playboy magazine. A new documentary celebrates the life and work of the lifelong Chicagoan.

Trump Finds Kanye West ‘Impressive’ at White House Lunch

The Grammy Award-winning rapper talked about his hometown of Chicago and much more in a meeting with President Donald Trump. “PBS NewsHour” White House correspondent Yamiche Alcindor has details on that and more.

U. of I. Professor Wins ‘Genius Grant’ for Civil Justice Research

Sociologist Rebecca Sandefur has received the prestigious award for her research on the hurdles low-income communities face when seeking civil justice. She joins us in discussion.

Illinois Has Worst-Polluting Meat-Processing Plant in US, Study Finds

A pork-processing plant in western Illinois released an average of nearly 2,000 pounds of harmful nitrogen per day into a tributary of the Illinois River last year, according to a new report.

Heroic Artist Alex Ross Takes on Comic Book Legends

The renowned comic book artist unmasks his methods for capturing Spider-Man, Black Panther and other Marvel superheroes in his new book “Marvelocity.”

AARP Illinois Survey Shows Voter Anger Over State Fiscal Crisis

Nearly three-quarters of registered voters lack confidence that Illinois’ recent budget deal will reduce the state’s long-term fiscal problems, a new poll shows.

McDonald Cover-Up? How Van Dyke Verdict May Affect Police Conspiracy Trial

Jason Van Dyke is the first Chicago police officer to be convicted for an on-duty shooting in 50 years. Sentencing and an appeal are sure to follow, but as that case comes to a close, another is yet to begin.

Former Police Officers on the Impact of Van Dyke’s Conviction

Will Jason Van Dyke’s conviction of second-degree murder and aggravated battery change the way Chicago police officers do their jobs?

Could Trump, Sessions Derail Chicago’s Police Consent Decree?

Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan have entered into an agreement to reform the city’s police department. But U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions says it would increase Chicago homicides.

What Global Warming Could Mean for Lake Michigan

A United Nations report warns catastrophic consequences from global warming could come as early as 2040. Local scientists share their perspectives.

Oct. 10, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 10, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Ask Geoffrey: What Happens to a Church’s Artwork When It Closes?

With its ever-changing demographics, Chicago has seen many churches close in the last 50 years. A viewer wants to know what happens to the art and sculptures inside those churches as they near their last days.