Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Rauner has told his life story through commercials, interviews, and articles. Are you curious about the life events Rauner’s campaign hasn’t revealed? One reporter has the answers.

On the eve of Scotland’s vote for independence, we revisit Chicago Tonight’s conversation with Scotland’s First Minister, Alex Salmond.

We look into what the City of Chicago is doing to protect the dogs and cats in its care.

Illinois has the most units of local government in the country, with nearly 7,000 units of local government statewide. Are all of these units of government necessary? Our panel discusses the issue. 

GOP candidate for governor Bruce Rauner says the process to become a medical marijuana grower or seller is rigged to benefit the politically connected. Is it?

The University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Chicago are still in the bid for housing the Obama Presidential Library. 

Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a blood test to detect depression in adults.

We hear how two organizations are working to expand minority enrollment in top high schools and colleges.

The artist Charlotte Salomon raced against the clock to finish a pictorial autobiography as World War II closed in around her.

A new book brings together 152 portraits from the Chicago Tribune archives. We'll talk with the Tribune Picture Editor Michael Zajakowski about the pictures and the people behind them. 

All over the city, Horses of Honor are on display. Take a look at a selection of these life-size statues.

Another day, another set of accusations of corruption from Illinois’ candidates for governor.

Carol Marin and her panel look behind the latest poll numbers for the upcoming elections.

Figuring out how to invest your money can be a very complicated matter. Chicago Tonight takes a look at the world of hedge fund investing.

Is Black talk radio in Chicago still the force for change it once was? We take a closer look on Chicago Tonight.