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Students Give Schurz Food Science Lab a Green Thumbs Up

Visit a Northwest Side high school where a food science lab is growing the next generation of urban farmers.

Jahmal Cole is Challenging Perceptions One Block at a Time

Meet the founder of the nonprofit group My Block My Hood My City, who believes in the power of change.

Chance the Rapper Announces 10 CPS Schools Receiving $10K Donations

Days after giving $1 million to Chicago Public Schools to support arts and enrichment programming, the Chicago-born rapper named 10 individual schools that would each receive a separate gift from his nonprofit organization, SocialWorks.

Neurologist: Manganese Exposure Limits Not Adequate

Federal limits for exposure to manganese might not be adequate to protect public health, says a Washington University neurologist. 

10 Things to Do This Weekend: March 9-12

A trio of St. Patrick’s Day parades, cultural events and more usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

Democrats Call Rauner’s Conspiracy Theory ‘Delusional Babble’

Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner accuses Democrats of being behind a coordinated effort to shut down state government.

March 8, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the March 8, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Reports: Bears to Sign QB Glennon

The Chicago Bears look to rebound from their miserable 3-13 season when the free agent signing period starts Thursday. And multiple reports say the Bears are all but certain to sign a new quarterback.

‘Celebrating Plácido’ Highlights Accomplished Career of Opera Star

When Plácido Domingo takes the stage at Lyric Opera of Chicago this week, he will be reaching new pinnacles in a career that is already astonishing for its accomplishments and longevity. 

History Comes to Life as CPS Students Meet ‘Hamilton’

The Founding Father who became the subject of one of the most popular Broadway musicals in a generation is also the subject of a history lesson in Chicago Public Schools.

CTU Delegates to Consider 1-day Walkout

A union spokesman confirmed the union’s 800-member House of Delegates will begin discussions Wednesday over a “possible May 1 action.” No strike vote has yet been scheduled.

Family’s Journey Told in Oscar-Nominated Documentary ‘Life, Animated’

Cornelia Suskind tell us about her son Owen, the subject of a new documentary film.

‘Cat Wars’ Interview Stirs Up Emotions, Sparks Response

Last month, ornithologist Pete Marra sat down with Chicago Tonight to discuss his book detailing outdoor cats’ impact on U.S. bird populations. It was an interview that stirred up emotions on all sides. 

Study: Waterfall Sounds Enhance Deep Sleep, Memory in Older Adults

Deep sleep is vital to memory and decreases with age. Playing pink noise – described as a waterfall-like sound – in sync with a person’s brain waves was found to enhance deep sleep and sleep-dependent memory retention in older adults, according to a new Northwestern study.

March 7, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the March 7, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."