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September 4, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 4, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Jussie Smollett’s Attorneys Detail Why Civil Suit Should Be Tossed

Attorneys for the former “Empire” actor claim that simply filing a police report doesn’t typically result in an investigation as extensive as the one Chicago police undertook earlier this year, which cost $130,000.

‘We Need Help’: Rescuers in Bahamas Face a Ruined Landscape

A day after the most powerful hurricane on record ever to hit the country finished mauling the islands of Abaco and Grand Bahama, emergency workers had yet to reach some stricken areas.

April 2020 Trial Date Set in R. Kelly’s Federal Case in Chicago

A judge has set an April 27, 2020 trial date in R. Kelly’s federal case in Chicago that accuses the R&B star of child pornography and obstruction of justice.

Walmart Introduces New Gun Restrictions But Will They Help?

Walmart has won praise from gun control advocates for its decision to discontinue sales of certain gun ammunition and request that customers no longer openly carry firearms in its stores. But whether the moves will translate into fewer guns on the street remains an open question.

Facebook Face Recognition Feature to Replace Tag Suggestions

Facebook says it is ending its practice of using face recognition software to identify users’ friends in uploaded photos and automatically suggesting they “tag” them. Facebook was sued in Illinois over the feature.

Grammy-Winning Guitarist Isaiah Sharkey on John Mayer Tour, Family Legacy

He’s been playing the guitar for as long as he can remember. The musical journey that’s led Isaiah Sharkey to share the stage with some of the world’s most prominent stars.

Civil Rights Attorney to Lead New Office of Equity and Racial Justice

A new office aims to examine policy with equity and racial justice in mind. We speak with Candace Moore, who is leading the office.

Aldermen React to Mayor’s ‘Hard Choices’ in ‘State of the City’ Speech

City Council members are still digesting Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s “State of the City” address, in which she revealed an $838 million budget shortfall. We get reaction from Alds. Raymond Lopez and Nicholas Sposato.

CPS Unveils Englewood STEM High School After Controversial Closures

On Tuesday, Chicago Public Schools will welcome the inaugural class of students to Englewood STEM High School, 18 months after the district voted to close four other local high schools.

Social Worker Shares Intimate Stories from Chicago’s Mental Health System

What is the connection between mental health, trauma and Chicago’s high homicide rate? A new book by Jonathan Foiles aims to answer that question.

Exhibit Digs Up Satire and Skeletons of ‘Legendary Printmaker’ Posada

A Mexican artist who died 100 years ago still influences popular culture. Inside the exhibit “Jose Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico.”

From Tunnel to Tap: Field Exhibit Explores Hidden Beauty of Water Systems

Chicago photographer Brad Temkin offers a rare look at the hidden network of tunnels and infrastructure designed to deliver water, including Chicago’s 109-mile Deep Tunnel.

Chicago Dance Crash’s Wonderfully Fresh ‘Lil Pine Nut’ Deserves a Remount

As highly animated as the show might be, “Lil Pine Nut: The Learning Curve of Pinocchio” is no Disney-style version of a universally popular story. 

September 3, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 3, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”