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Chicago Violence

Police are questioning people of interest in the shooting rampage that left 13 people injured in a south side park. We have the latest on what's become another Chicago violence story making international headlines.

Pope Francis Envisions Church as a ‘Home for All’

In recent remarks, Pope Francis says the Roman Catholic Church has become “obsessed” with abortion, gay marriage and contraception.

"Big Cat" Williams on Bears vs. Steelers

The Bears pound Pittsburgh in primetime to remain undefeated. James "Big Cat" Williams joins us for his weekly post-game analysis. Watch a web extra video.

Blair Kamin on DePaul Arena & IL Capitol Renovation

The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority approved the design of the DePaul University basketball arena today. We talk with Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic Blair Kamin about the $173 million project, as well as his take on the controversial $51 million Illinois Capitol renovation project in Springfield. View a slideshow.

Viewer Feedback: 9/23

We share what you had to say about the CTA's new Ventra fare card payment system and on new options available for flu vaccines in tonight’s viewer feedback.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 9/20

Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.

Web Extra: The Week in Review: 9/20

Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists continue their conversation about Chicago gun crimes by asking whether Mayor Rahm Emanuel needs to change his personal way of handling the issue. And, are there are other strategies that haven’t been tried to curb the violence? Watch the web extra video.

Weekend Events Around Town: 9/20 – 9/22

Run for Science, Apple Fest and contemporary artwork; Chicago Tonight knows what's going on this weekend.

RIC Blackhawks Schedule

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The "Block" Stops the Clock

Northwestern University's Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art will be closed for the remainder of the calendar year.

Koschman Death Investigation Ends

Special prosecutor Dan Webb announced that there will be no new indictments in the death investigation of 21-year-old David Koschman. Mayor Richard M. Daley's nephew, Richard Vanecko, was charged with involuntary manslaughter in Koschman's 2004 death. Carol Marin has the details. Watch a web extra video.

Impact of Federal Reserve Stimulus

We analyze what Wednesday's Federal Reserve announcement to continue the stimulus program will mean for the economic recovery.

Government Crackdown on Tax Evaders

The billionaire maker of Beanie Babies admits to not paying taxes on offshore bank accounts. Paris Schutz has more on a government crackdown that could nab more tax cheats in the future.

New Flu Vaccine Options

Catching the flu may be the last thing on your mind as summer unwinds, but flu season is right around the corner. This year, there will be more vaccine options to help prevent against the influenza virus than in years past, including a vaccine that prevents against four strains instead of the traditional three strains of the virus. Read symptoms and tips to avoid the flu.

Expo Chicago 2013

The international art world comes to Navy Pier for the annual Expo Chicago. We get an early look as the artists, curators and gallery owners prepare for the big weekend. Read an interview with an exhibit curator and view a slideshow.