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Chicago Police Union President Could Be Fired Over Social Media Posts

Fraternal Order of Police President Lodge 7 John Catanzara faces possible termination from his position with the Chicago Police Department over multiple inflammatory social media posts.

‘Chicago Tonight’ in Your Neighborhood: Sauganash

On the Far Northwest Side, the Sauganash community seeks to make the season a bit more festive amid the coronavirus pandemic with its holiday light displays.

Bears Need to Win to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Former Bears offensive lineman James “Big Cat” Williams previews the Bears matchup Sunday against the Vikings.

As COVID-19 Vaccinations Begin, Illinois Officials Say Feds Cut Future Shipments by Half

All Illinois hospitals and health departments promised the first round of the COVID-19 vaccine now have it, but state officials are worried future shipments will be smaller than expected.

Ask Geoffrey: Chicago’s Beautiful Utility Buildings

When it comes to designing buildings, form may follow function, but that doesn’t mean function has to be without form. Geoffrey Baer joins us with the story of the O’Brien Water Reclamation Plant and other ornamented utility buildings. 

Health Officials Track Safety as COVID-19 Vaccines Roll Out

Allergies are always a question with a new medical product, but monitoring COVID-19 vaccines for any other, unexpected side effects is a bigger challenge than usual. 

Officials Shut Down 50-Person Party in West Town for Violating COVID-19 Restrictions

City officials shut down a 50-person party in West Town early Sunday for violating rules designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Chicago officials said Thursday.

2nd COVID-19 Vaccine Set for OK in US with Panel Endorsement

The FDA’s green light for emergency use is expected quickly. Moderna would then begin shipping millions of doses, earmarked for health workers and nursing home residents, to boost the largest vaccination effort in U.S. history.

Lightfoot Knew Woman Had Been Handcuffed While Naked During Mistaken Police Raid in November 2019

Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Thursday acknowledged that she has known since November 2019 that Chicago police officers handcuffed a naked woman during a mistaken raid of her home in February 2019.

3,500 Illinois Health Care Workers Have Already Received COVID-19 Vaccine

Gov J.B. Pritzker said the state's first vaccine shipments have been distributed to 77 hospitals across Illinois, and on Thursday, another 43,000 additional doses arrived in Cook, Lake, Madison and St. Clair counties.

Police Oversight Officials Are Dropping Cases That Should Be Investigated: Watchdog

The agency charged with investigating allegations of police misconduct improperly closed probes prompted by anonymous complaints that were supported by evidence of wrongdoing, according to a new audit by Chicago’s watchdog.

In Wake of Indians’ Decision, Blackhawks Stay with Team Name

“Obviously respect the decision the Cleveland Indians made to go down that path, but we continue to deepen our commitment to upholding our namesake and our brand,” Blackhawks CEO Danny Wirtz said Thursday.

December 17, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Dec. 17, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

State Labor Board Rejects CTU Request To Delay School Reopening

The Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board issued a 2-1 vote denying the teachers union’s request for an injunction to halt Chicago Public Schools’ plan to reopen schools for in-person learning early next year.

Teen Charged With Murder In Carjacking that Killed Retired Chicago Firefighter

The teen, who was not identified, is charged with first-degree murder and attempted armed robbery in connection with the death of retired Chicago Fire Department Lt. Dwain Williams.