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Ask Alpana: 9/25

The weather is cooling but the drinks are getting warm. Check Please! Host and Master Sommelier Alpana Singh joins us with tailgating drink recommendations and answers to your beverage questions.

High School Dropout Shares His Story

As Chicago Public Schools get back to business following the strike, many still face daunting challenges -- including a staggering dropout rate in some high schools. One recent dropout tells us why he felt he couldn't stay in school.

"Dearie: The Remarkable Life of Julia Child"

She was the iconic TV chef who remade America's palate. We hear from the author of a new biography of Julia Child.

National Wildlife Refuge Born in Illinois

We take you one hour north of Chicago to Hackmatack, a new wildlife refuge that's one of Illinois' best-kept secrets.

Elmo Visits ‘Chicago Tonight’

It’s the start of a new season of “Sesame Street,” so we take a look back at our 2007 interview with everyone’s favorite red, furry monster.

Check, Please! Food Truck Fest

WTTW held the first annual Check, Please! Food Truck Fest on Friday, and we didn’t let the weather rain on our parade.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 9/21

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

Web Extra: The Week in Review: 9/21

Joel Weisman and his panel take a look at Mitt Romney’s controversial comments at a Republican fundraiser. Was it a refreshing moment of honesty or a political gift to President Obama? Watch the web-exclusive conversation.

Weekend Events Around Town: 9/21- 9/23

Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what is going on!

Violence in Chicago

A candid discussion on violence in Chicago and community intervention.

Expo Chicago

A new art expo sets sail at Navy Pier. We hear from the director on why this fair has the art world buzzing.

Abstract Painter Morris Barazani

We meet a Chicago artist who has been painting since the 1940s and is just now getting his due.

Vegan Indian Cooking

Former Chicago TV personality Anupy Singla wants you to try your luck at vegan Indian cooking. She shares some of her best secrets from the kitchen.

Hedy Weiss: Theater Reviews

To see or not to see -- Hedy Weiss reviews Hamlet and three more shows during this busy theater season.

Viewer Mail: 9/20

We have your reaction to venture capitalist Bruce Rauner's attacks on the Chicago Teachers Union in tonight's Viewer Mail.