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IL Senate Approves Medical Marijuana

The Illinois Senate approved a medical marijuana bill by 35-21. See how Senate members voted in our interactive graphic.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 5/17

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

Web Extra: The Week in Review: 5/17

Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss a new Chicago Tribune/WGN-TV poll showing waning support for a Chicago casino, and the potential impact of slot machines at Chicago airports.

Weekend Events Around Town: 5/17 - 5/19

Close encounters with stingrays, graffiti-turned-fine art, and Yo-Yo Ma in a special event at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra; Chicago Tonight knows what's going on this weekend.

Mayor Unveils Massive "Tourism and Tradeshow" Plan

The mayor rolls out major plans to expand McCormick Place and overhaul Navy Pier. But, elements of the plan, including a proposed new DePaul arena, are drawing criticism. Paris Schutz has the latest.

Top Players on Navy Pier & McCormick Revamp Plan

The mayor unveils grand plans for Navy Pier and McCormick Place. We talk with the heads of Navy Pier and the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority about the proposal.

Yo-Yo Ma

Cellist Yo-Yo Ma joins us for a solo performance, and tells us about his latest project with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Viewer Feedback: 5/16

We asked you to rate Mayor Rahm Emanuel's first two years in office.

Federal Lawsuits Filed to Halt School Closings

Federal class action lawsuits were filed today on behalf of parents and the Chicago Teachers Union to stop the Chicago Board of Education from closing 53 elementary schools and one high school program. Elizabeth Brackett has the latest.

Breast Cancer Debate

Angelina Jolie sparks a national conversation about breast cancer treatment. We take a look at some options available for women.

“Prisoners of the White House”

Trapped in his own home? A White House reporter joins us to talk about how presidents attempt to stay in touch with the public.

Chicago Business News: 5/15

It would have been North America's tallest building, but instead it left a 76-foot hole in the ground.

Bodies of Work Festival

The human body is the focus of Bodies of Work  -- an arts festival that surprises as it challenges notions of disability.

Trump to Testify in Condo Trial

Donald Trump appears in a Chicago courtroom. We tell you why -- and what he had to say.

Sun-Times: DePaul Stadium Planned for McCormick Place

According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the city is planning a 12,000-seat arena at McCormick Place that could house the DePaul Blue Demons. The University of Chicago's Allen Sanderson breaks down the economics of a new stadium.