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April 9, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the April 9, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

How the Cubs Changed Baseball – and America’s Relationship to the Sport

That storied and unstoppable Cubs double-play combination of “Tinker to Evers to Chance” is chronicled in a new book. We talk Cubs history with author David Rapp.

Apollo 8 Astronauts Recount Historic Mission at ‘Rocket Men’ Book Launch

The Apollo 8 astronauts reunite in Chicago as a new book by local author Robert Kurson celebrates the historic first human flight to the moon.

Shomari Legghette, Paul Bauer: A Portrait of 2 Lives in Chicago Magazine

Chicago magazine offers detailed portraits of slain police Cmdr. Paul Bauer and the man charged in the case with first-degree murder. We speak with the reporters behind the story.

United 2017 Dragging Incident a Lesson for Airlines?

United Airline’s PR disaster might have served as a wake-up call to major airlines. An annual report rates how they’re doing.

Rep. Mike Quigley on Election Security, Russian Interference

As special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election moves forward, Illinois is in line for some $13 million in federal money to bolster election security.

Emanuel: Rauner Abdicated ‘Primary Responsibility’ With Gun Dealer Veto

Advocates of a bill aimed at strengthening state gun dealer regulations continue pushing for its passage, even after it was vetoed by Gov. Bruce Rauner.

3 Illinois Deaths Linked to Synthetic Marijuana Use

Two Illinois men in their 20s and one in his 40s have died since March 28 after experiencing severe bleeding related to the use of synthetic cannabinoids, according to the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Osprey Sighting in Cook County a Sign of Spring

Despite the early April snow showers, a recent bird sighting in Cook County is a strong sign that warmer spring weather is just around the corner.

CSO and Chorus Create Wondrous Veil of Sound, Color with Ravel and Debussy

The concert now being performed by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Chorus – with the German conductor-composer Matthias Pintscher in flawless command – is sure to serve as a vivid reminder that Maurice Ravel’s genius was far more complex than “Bolero.”

The Week in Review: Remembering MLK’s Legacy

Remembering the legacy of a civil rights giant. Chicago’s mayoral race heats up. Sinclair Broadcasting’s “must-run” conservative commentaries rattle WGN. And Hawks Coach Q is coming back despite a dismal season.

Web Extra, The Week in Review: UChicago Police Release Shooting Video

Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the shooting this week of a University of Chicago student with mental health issues.

Chicago Joins Lawsuit Against EPA Over Methane Emissions

A coalition of states and cities sue the EPA over its regulation of emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. 

Reports of Illness Linked to Synthetic Cannabinoid Use Surge in 2018

In the first 95 days of 2018, there have been 111 cases of illness related to synthetic cannabinoid use in Illinois, according to the Illinois Poison Center. Episodes of severe bleeding are driving the bulk of that increase.

Race to Finish Wrigley Renovations, CTA Upgrades Before Cubs Home Opener

What Cub fans can expect from the latest round of off-season renovations.