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Puerto Rican Museum Celebrates Culture, Embraces New Traditions

Take a look inside a museum of Puerto Rican art and culture in a historic building in Humboldt Park.

Does Chicago’s Plastic Bag Ban Carry Real Weight?

One year in and the city's ban on flimsy, one-use plastic bags is now fully in effect. But is it really reducing pollution or, as some critics charge, is it actually making the problem worse? Our panel examines the ban's impact.

August 10, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the August 10, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Donald Trump’s 2nd Amendment Comment: Protected Under 1st Amendment?

Is Donald Trump inciting violence with his latest controversial quip? A closer look at whether his words constitute free speech. 

Chicago Landspout Marks City’s First Tornado in a Decade

Tornadoes had kept away from Chicago since 2006, but a brief landspout brought an end to that streak Tuesday afternoon.

Ask Geoffrey: Who is Shields, as in ‘35th and Shields’?

Geoffrey Baer shares the story of the remarkable man who gave Sox Park's famous intersection one of its names.

Expect to See an ‘Enhanced’ Perseid Meteor Shower This Week

Peak activity for the Perseids is expected to be Thursday and Friday, according to NASA. The best time to view the meteors is between midnight and dawn, no telescope required.

Kenny Loggins on Being a ‘Moving Target’ Throughout His Career

The Grammy award-winning rock icon joins Eddie Arruza to reflect on his 40-year career in music. 

Rep. Robin Kelly on Chicago Gun Violence, Zika Virus and More

Three street gangs have allegedly vowed to target cops in the wake of the fatal police shooting of Paul O'Neal. We talk with the member of Congress who represents the area where O'Neal was shot.

No Leniency for Rod Blagojevich, Judge Rules at Resentencing Hearing

Rod Blagojevich must serve his full prison sentence. A stunning ruling at the ex-governor's resentencing Tuesday. Find out what Blagojevich said in his own defense.

August 9, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the August 9, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

China's Ancient Terra-Cotta Army Invades the Field Museum

One of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century comes to Chicago: ancient soldiers from an army of Chinese terra-cotta warriors.

Learning to Live With Changes to the English Language

A visit from Carol Fisher Saller, the Subversive Copy Editor. She's here to help us make peace with changes to the English language.

New Website Profiles State Judges, Explains Judicial Process

There are hundreds of judges in Illinois, and a new website aims to educate users about their backgrounds and how judges are appointed, among other things.

Pinball Resurgence Keeps Elk Grove Village Factory Humming

An inside look at the world of pinball machines with the president of the world's largest pinball company, Gary Stern.