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March 15, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the March 15, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Republican Health Care Reform Bill Struggling

As the Republican replacement for Obamacare faces political backlash, we take a closer look at how the law might change health coverage.

Former Fashion Photographer Finds Beauty in Nature

After 20 years in the fashion industry, Owen Deutsch wasn’t planning on getting back into photography. But then he discovered a new subject: birds.

Chicago Expands ‘Day for Change’ Homeless Program

The city is allocating $540,000 toward a program that offers temporary work to hundreds of Chicagoans who are struggling with housing and economic stability.

Allies of Innocence to Provide Free Counseling to Gun Violence Victims

A coalition of Chicago companies has teamed up to provide free grief and trauma counseling services to people who have lost family members to gun violence.

Key Illinois Republican Predicts Passage of Health Care Law

U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam indicated he supports the measure although he is concerned about the possible impact of the Medicaid rollback. “The Medicaid question, particularly for Illinois, is very challenging,” he said.

Illinois Education Board Approves State ESSA Plan

The latest draft of what will become Illinois' new public education policy plan cleared its first major hurdle Wednesday, earning unanimous support from state education leaders.

March 14, 2017 - Full Show

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Eddie Johnson Talks New Police Reforms

Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson joins us to discuss his department’s new policies and the challenges facing Chicago.

CPD Use of Force Policy Getting Revisions Amid Larger Reform Effort

The Chicago Police Department's controversial use of force policy gets a do-over. 

Good Food Festival Celebrates Locally Grown, Sustainable Food

Chef Rick Bayless is just one of the highlights at this year’s three-day Good Food Festival. We speak with the event’s founder to learn more.

March 13, 2017 - Full Show

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Great Lakes Funding Threatened

Lake Michigan and other Great Lakes could see a substantial amount of federal funding dry up.

As Colorectal Cancer Rises in Young Adults, Emphasis on Screening

Colorectal cancer is increasing among younger adults despite an overall decrease in the disease in the U.S., according to a new study.  A local doctor talks about the disease and the importance of screening.

Illinois Eyes Expanded Trade With Cuba

Advocates for Illinois’ agriculture industry anticipate new export opportunities if the U.S. relaxes trade barriers with Cuba.