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Joel Weisman Looks Back on 40 Years as Host of ‘The Week in Review’

The award-winning journalist talks about his astonishing four decades at the helm of his groundbreaking show on WTTW.

Englewood High School Plan Proving to Be Tough Sell for Some Residents

Chicago Public Schools’ plan to build a new $85 million high school in Englewood, and shutter four existing schools, is proving to be a hard sell for several area residents.

Jan. 17, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 17, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

U.S. Steel Says Surfrider Lawsuit ‘Unnecessary’

An environmental nonprofit represented by University of Chicago lawyers filed a suit Wednesday against U.S. Steel over Lake Michigan pollution.

City Council in a Tiff Over Abortion

Tensions flared Wednesday at a City Council meeting over a government subsidy to a Catholic hospital that opposes abortion and contraception, causing a rift along social and racial lines before a close vote. 

What’s Next for DACA after Court’s Decision

Understanding a federal court’s decision to keep the much-debated DACA program that protects young immigrants.

Together for Decades, 5 Men Aim for Independence

How independently can adults with intellectual disabilities live as they age? We visit a group of men who have shared a home for decades. 

What Role Should Data Analysis Play in Health Care Policy?

How evidence-based health care policy can get more value out of the health care system. A discussion with Katherine Baicker, dean of the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy.

A Look Inside the Complicated System of U.S. Immigration

The political debate over immigration has come to the fore yet again as a government shutdown looms, with the standoff due in large part to failed immigration reform negotiations.

ISBE Doubles Budget Request, Seeks $15B to Fund Evidence-Based Model

Approving a new evidence-based funding model for public education last year was the first step in improving Illinois’ long-broken formula. Now the state has to find a way to pay for it.

Meteor Fireball Seen Across Midwest, Sonic Boom Shakes Michigan Homes

A fireball streaked across the Midwestern sky Tuesday night, creating a sonic boom. An Adler Planetarium astronomer tells us more about this rare celestial fireworks display.

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Jan. 18-21

An icy dip in the lake, a massive gathering in the Loop, personal stories and Mexican pastries usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in Chicago.

Jan. 16, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 16, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Women’s March to the Polls: What You Need to Know

Nearly a year to the day that an estimated quarter of a million people gathered in the Loop for the Women’s March on Chicago, activists are set to fill downtown streets again for a March to the Polls this Saturday.

Chicago Teacher Pension Payday: Top Earners in 2017

As Chicago property owners pay more money toward teacher pensions, a look at where exactly the money is going.