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Death Penalty, Religious Questions Highlight Day 1 of Brendt Christensen Trial

One prospective juror in the high-profile case said she’d have difficulty sentencing someone to death because “God doesn’t want us to take revenge.”

Mayor Lightfoot Appoints New Chicago School Board

Miguel del Valle, a former Illinois state senator, will serve as the president of the Chicago Board of Education. Mayor Lightfoot announced his appointment and six others Monday morning.

June 3, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the June 3, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

There is True ‘Greatness’ in Firebrand’s ‘Queen of the Mist’

“There Is Greatness In Me” is the defining song in this riveting musical that releases the full “greatness” in its lead character by way of an electrifying performance by veteran Chicago actress Barbara E. Robertson. 

$5M Grant to Pay for Chicago Library Branch at Obama Center

The 5,000-square-foot public library will house multimedia collections, have community programs, a children’s area and offer space for reading and studying.

Chicago Police: 52 shot, 8 Fatally in Weekend Violence

Two people were also stabbed to death, bringing the total number of homicides over the weekend to 10. In a Monday morning press conference, Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson called the violence “despicable.”

US Aims to Help More Cancer Patients Try Experimental Drugs

Thousands of gravely ill cancer patients each year seek “compassionate use” access to treatments that are not yet on the market but have shown some promise in early testing and aren’t available to them through a study.

May 2019 Sets Record as Chicago’s Wettest

The National Weather Service says the 8.25 inches of rain that fell in May was the highest total for the month since records started being kept in 1871. 

‘Consequential’ Session Comes to a Close; Pritzker Takes a Victory Lap

During a whirlwind week in Springfield, Illinois lawmakers voted for a host of measures that left rookie Gov. J.B. Pritzker claiming triumph for the progressive agenda he’d promised.

Lawmakers Vote for Chicago Casino, Plus Gas and Cigarette Taxes

By Saturday night, Republican representatives joined with Democrats who control the General Asssembly to agree to a massive package of bills comprising a $40 billion budget.

The Week in Review: Legal Pot Advances, Ald. Burke Indicted

It’s been a tumultuous week in local politics. We break down the Burke indictment and address the fallout. Plus: Mayor Lightfoot’s dramatic first City Council meeting, the deadline dash in Springfield and more.

Kim Foxx: False Rumor Caused Recusal in Jussie Smollett Case

As she releases 2,000 pages of documents related to the high-profile case, Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx claims she recused herself because of a false rumor that she was related to the “Empire” actor.

Illinois Welcomes Weed, Waits on a Budget with Another Extended Session

Six months from now, when Illinois residents ring in the New Year, they need not settle for a swig of champagne. They’ll be legally able to toke up.

Woman Identifies Herself as Alleged R. Kelly Victim

Jerhonda Pace has come forward to say publicly that 11 new sex-related felony counts against R. Kelly stem from allegations she made about the R&B singer.

Mayor Lightfoot: Letter Being Sent to Ask Burke to Resign

Mayor Lori Lightfoot questions whether Ald. Ed Burke, the 50-year veteran of the City Council, can effectively represent his ward while under indictment on racketeering and other charges.