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November 14, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 14, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Ex-Chicago Detective Acquitted in Rekia Boyd Killing Wants Court Records Expunged

Former Chicago police Detective Dante Servin was found not guilty of Rekia Boyd’s killing in 2016. Now he wants any record of his criminal trial removed from the public eye – a move family members call a “terrible slap in the face.”

Vaping-Related Illness Claims 4th Life in Illinois

Four people have died in Illinois since March after experiencing serious vaping-related illnesses. The state is now among those with the most fatalities linked to the outbreak, according to health officials.

Joe Walsh Files to Challenge Trump in New Hampshire

Former Illinois congressman Joe Walsh has filed for the New Hampshire presidential primary, officially giving President Donald Trump two major Republican primary challengers in the early voting state.

Ex-Massachusetts Gov. Patrick Announces Dem Presidential Bid

In an announcement video, former Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick highlighted his poverty-stricken childhood on Chicago’s South Side, saying he’s running for the “people who feel left out and left back.”

Chicago Still Betting on Casino Deal Before Veto Session’s End

Mayor Lori Lightfoot isn’t folding her cards just yet on a new casino tax structure, though a deal proved elusive Wednesday. That leaves just one remaining day in the veto session for a framework to be finalized and get through both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly.

Trump Impeachment Inquiry: House Dems, GOP Trade Barbs on Day 1

Analysis of Wednesday’s public impeachment hearings from three local legal minds: Renato Mariotti, Martin Redish and Christine Svenson.

Lightfoot Claims Uber Paid Off African American Ministers

Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Wednesday alleged that ride-hailing giant Uber offered to pay off black ministers to the tune of $54 million if they would join a campaign to publicly oppose a $40 million ride-hailing tax proposal – a claim the company denies.

Federal Prosecutor Targets Chicago Violence

Gun violence in Chicago is on the decline, but the number of homicides in the city is still staggering. What can federal prosecutors do to reduce shooting incidents? U.S. Attorney John Lausch Jr. joins us in discussion.

Takeaways from Day 1 of House Public Impeachment Hearings

Wednesday’s start of public impeachment hearings in Congress marked the first time that the American public could watch and listen to the witnesses whose testimony is at the core of the Democrats’ investigation.

Ladysmith Black Mambazo Reunites with Steppenwolf for ‘Lindiwe’

From a Chicago blues club to South Africa, a new show at Steppenwolf Theatre explores music and love across cultures. We get a behind-the-scenes look at “Lindiwe.”

Crain’s Headlines: Abbott Labs CEO to Step Down in 2020

During his more than 20 years at the helm of Abbott Laboratories, Miles White transformed the North Chicago-based health-care products maker with a series of acquisitions and spinoffs.

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Nov. 14-17

An open-air holiday market, musical performances, art books and screen printing usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

CTU’s Strike Remains Suspended. To End it, 25,000 Teachers Must Ratify New Contract

The Chicago Teachers Union’s 11-day strike is suspended, but it’s not officially over until rank-and-file members vote to ratify a five-year tentative contract agreement reached with the city. That vote begins Thursday.

November 13, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 13, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”