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New Illinois Law Aims to Improve Response to Sexual Assault

A yearlong review of the state's response to reports of sexual assault has resulted in a new law that aims to improve the process of investigation and offer better support for survivors.

The Week in Review: More Chicago Police Department Turmoil

Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson orders firings in the Laquan McDonald shooting cover-up. Donald Trump is trouble for Illinois Republicans. CPS pitches a billion-dollar bond sale, and the Cubs cruise towards the playoffs.

Original Chicago Cocktail: The Submachine

Our latest cocktail, inspired by Chicago boss William Dawson, brings north and south together with the sweet peaches of Dawson’s ancestral Georgia and the Irish whiskey of Chicago’s rough politics.

Jane Goodall: ‘Human Population Growth’ the Biggest Threat to Chimpanzees

Humans pose the greatest threat to chimpanzees, renowned British primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall said Thursday during an event at the Lincoln Park Zoo.

Despite Lead in Polls, Maintaining Unity Still an Issue for Democrats

Hillary Clinton may be riding high in the polls but tensions between her and the progressive left of her party remain. What do Democrats need to do to maintain party unity?

Top Cop Moves to Fire 7 Officers Involved in Laquan McDonald Case

Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson moves to fire seven police officers who, according to a report, were complicit in covering up the police shooting of Laquan McDonald.

August 18, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the August 18, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Making Sense of Illinois’ Changing Health Care Landscape

A growing number of health insurance companies are pulling out of Obamacare. Checking out the latest on the Affordable Care Act.  

Actor Kevin Bacon Speaks With Young Chicago Authors

We hear from actor Kevin Bacon about helping out a group of young Chicago authors known as the Bomb Squad.

Tribune Reporter on ‘Three Years of Nights’ Covering Chicago Violence

Three straight years of overnights, reporting on violence: Crime reporter Peter Nickeas on how that work changed him–and why he doesn't want to stop covering violence.

One Man’s Mission to Expand Composting in Chicago

Meet an entrepreneur who is helping Chicagoans compost while growing his business–all by the seat of his bicycle.

Weekend Best Bets: Air and Water Show, Wright Ride, Black Harvest

Turn your eyes to the skies for this weekend's annual air show, explore Bronzeville galleries, hear global rhythms in Albany Park, take in a film festival, ogle Frank Lloyd Wright homes in Oak Park and more.

Invasive Fish on the Menu at Asian Carp Grill Event

Adventurous eaters concerned about Asian carp entering the Great Lakes will have a chance to devour the invasive fish at a special event held along the Chicago River next week.

August 17, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the August 17, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

McDonald’s Wins Big at Rio 2016 Olympics

Olympic athletes are lovin' McDonald's at the Rio games. That story and more from Crain's Chicago Business.