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Music of ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’ Inspires Chicago Jazz Singer

A local jazz singer joins us for her take on the musical compositions of Fred Rogers, the late host of the eponymous children’s show “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” 

Report: Illinois Solar Market Set to Boom Over Next 5 Years

Despite the industry’s recent decline and new tariffs, Illinois’ solar market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, according to a new report. 

Election Officials: Early Voting Sets Record, Andrea Raila on Ballot

A record-setting early voting period did not extend through primary election day. A look at voter turnout in Chicago and the suburbs.

March 19, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the March 19, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Cook County Assessor’s Race: Andrea Raila in the Running After All

A conversation with on-again, off-again Cook County assessor candidate Andrea Raila, now that she’s on the ballot.

Triumphant Loyola Prepares for Sweet 16 Matchup

The Loyola Ramblers get ready for their Sweet 16 matchup after Saturday’s stunning last-second victory.

Political Reporters on the Illinois Primary Races to Watch

Voters across the state are heading to the polls. Three political reporters give us their takes on noteworthy primary races.

Foxconn Seeks 7M Gallons of Lake Michigan Water Daily

The Chinese tech company Foxconn wants to withdraw 7 million gallons of water a day from Lake Michigan for its proposed new Wisconsin plant. But would that violate the compact to protect the Great Lakes?

Early Voting Surges in Chicago and Suburban Cook County

The Chicago Board of Elections says nearly 86,000 city residents cast ballots between Feb. 21 and March 18, surpassing the number of early voters in the 2010 and 2014 midterm primary elections combined. 

Police: Men Sought in String of Northwest Side Robberies

A group of men carried out more than a dozen armed robberies in the Albany Park neighborhood early Monday, according to the Chicago Police Department.

Activists Say ‘No Amazon,’ Call on Mayor to Restore Shuttered CPS Schools

Community organizers opposing a new wave of school closures criticized Chicago’s pursuit of landing Amazon’s second headquarters, saying minority residents are being pushed aside to make way for the tech giant.

Photos: Brookfield Zoo Animals Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day festivities kicked off a day early at Brookfield Zoo last week, where seals, camels, lemurs, orangutans and gorillas got shamrock-shaped and green-colored treats.

David Mamet Revisits ‘Chicago’ in New Book

The Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, director and screenwriter joins us to talk about his new book – and the city that inspired it.

CSO, Muti and Soloists In Eloquent Conversation with Mozart

A memorable moment from the film version of Peter Shaffer’s play, “Amadeus,” came rushing back to mind as I listened to this weekend’s glorious, spirit-altering concert by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, which opened with Haydn’s “Symphony No. 89” and was followed by two works by his younger contemporary, Mozart.

The Week in Review: Pritzker Slammed Over Offshore Holdings

J.B. Pritzker’s offshore holdings draw fire. Gov. Bruce Rauner vetoes a gun dealer bill. Should the public be able to fire the Chicago Police chief? And Loyola rambles on in the NCAA tournament.