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New Book Explores Murder Case that Brought Neuroscience to Court

How as a society should we define responsibility and free will? A new book by Chicago-based journalist Kevin Davis explores these issues.

Local Politicians, Advocacy Groups React to GOP’s ACA Replacement

House Republicans released their plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act on Monday night. How will it impact insurance rates, coverage and Medicaid? 

ASPIRA Charter Teachers Set March Strike Date

If progress isn't made over the next 10 days in ongoing labor negotiations, educators in a small Chicago charter school network say they will walk off the job in what would be the nation’s first charter teachers strike.

Preservation Chicago Names City’s 7 Most Endangered Structures of 2017

This year, the group’s annual list of endangered structures sounds the alarm on not just buildings, but also public art. 

Rauner: ‘No Reason to Wait’ on CPS Funding

Following calls Monday by Chance the Rapper to “do your job,” Gov. Bruce Rauner on Tuesday said there are two viable plans to quickly get $215 million to Chicago Public Schools.

Alderwoman: More Info Needed to Evaluate Chicago Manganese Ban

Several advocacy groups are calling on Chicago to ban storage of materials containing manganese in residential areas following a 2016 study that revealed potentially harmful levels of manganese dust on the city’s Southeast Side.

Chance the Rapper Donates $1M to Chicago Public Schools

The Grammy winner announced a $1 million donation to CPS, just as Gov. Bruce Rauner’s office presented new ideas to rescue the cash-strapped district from its funding wreckage.

International Women’s Day Events in Chicago

Wednesday marks the 106th International Women’s Day. From a Chicago rally to a neighborhood restaurant crawl to stand-up comedy, there are plenty of ways to celebrate.

A Brief History of International Women’s Day

Though the United Nations didn’t designate March 8 International Women’s Day until 1975, its origins trace back to 1909, according to information compiled by the United Nations.

Local Groups React to Revised Travel Ban

Local reaction was quick and sharp Monday to the president’s revised travel ban. Will it pass constitutional muster?

March 6, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the March 6, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Revolutionary Dance of Merce Cunningham in the Spotlight at MCA

The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago joined forces with the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis for a dual exhibition about an artist of dance who worked with celebrated artists of other disciplines.

Report: Impoverished Households Face ‘Critical’ Rental Shortage

For extremely low-income households, there is a shortage of affordable housing across the U.S., according to a report released last week by the National Low Income Housing Coalition.

Viewer Feedback: ‘What Do You Need Ketchup For?’

It was tough to keep up with all of your comments on ketchup after last week’s Ask Geoffrey segment asking why Chicagoans skip the red stuff on their hot dogs.

‘Operation Finale’ Exhibit Details Capture, Trial of Nazi Leader

An exhibit of artifacts from the capture and trial of infamous Nazi leader Adolf Eichmann.