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Allegations of Abuse at Chicago-Area Shelters Housing Migrant Children

A ProPublica Illinois investigation uncovers allegations of abuse, inappropriate relationships and threats at nonprofit shelters housing migrant children. We speak with reporter Melissa Sanchez.

Emanuel, Burke Sued Over Workers’ Compensation

Why a longtime political gadfly and a city worker are suing Mayor Rahm Emanuel and powerful Ald. Ed Burke in federal court.

July 30, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the July 30, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Country’s Only Mosaic School Pieces Together New Home in Edgewater

One of the oldest forms of art is still practiced throughout the world, but there is only one school in the United States where it’s taught. We go for a visit.

Harvey Reaches Pension Deal, But Problems Persist Across the State

The city of Harvey finally strikes a deal with its underwater police and fire pension funds. What it could mean for hundreds of other Illinois towns.

‘We Don’t Want Your Trash’: Residents Protest General Iron’s Move to Southeast Side

General Iron announced plans earlier this month to move its scrap metal yard from Lincoln Park to the Southeast Side, where residents are concerned about the company’s environmental track record.

1960s Chaos Meets Upheaval of 2018 in Bernstein’s ‘Mass’

As visitors to the Ravinia Festival well know, the picnics on the grass staged there tend to be legendary feasts. But it is the musical feasts that are the real food for thought.

How Wisconsin Went Red: New Book Traces Fall of ‘Progressive Bastion’

How a state that hadn’t voted for a Republican presidential candidate in more than 30 years helped elect Donald Trump. Author Dan Kaufman discusses his new book “The Fall of Wisconsin.”

Wrongful Death Suit Filed by Family of Man Killed in Chicago Police Shooting

Attorneys representing the family of 24-year-old Maurice Granton Jr. claim the June 6 fatal shooting was unjustified because Granton posed no “imminent threat” to law enforcement.

Deal Struck for Federal Oversight of Chicago Police Department

Agreement has been reached on a draft consent decree that would allow an independent federal monitor to enact major changes within the Chicago Police Department.

The Week in Review: Trump Visits Illinois to Tout Trade Policies

President Trump visits downstate to tout trade. Mayoral candidate Willie Wilson comes under fire. Activists plan to protest at Wrigley Field. And a draft plan for reforming the Chicago Police Department.

Web Extra, The Week in Review: Heartland Alliance and ‘Zero Tolerance’

The Heartland Alliance faces tougher licensing after it takes in children separated the Trump administration’s “zero tolerance” immigration policy. 

Viewer Feedback: ‘Stay on the Warpath Protestors!’

Your thoughts about a planned anti-violence march along Lake Shore Drive to Wrigley Field.

Local School Councils: What They Do, What Challenges They Face

Chicago Public Schools implemented local school councils almost 30 years ago with hundreds of thousands of participants. Times have changed.

July 26, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the July 26, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”