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Brookfield Zoo at Forefront of Fight to Save World’s Most Trafficked Animal

Researchers estimate that more than one million pangolins have been taken from the wild over the past decade as demand has soared for their meat and scales. What one local institution is doing to save these scaly anteaters.

Police: Jussie Smollett’s Staged Attack a ‘Slap in the Face’ to Chicago

“Empire” actor Jussie Smollett took advantage of the “pain and anger and racism” in Chicago in order to promote his own career, police Superintendent Eddie Johnson said Thursday.

Lawyer Likens R. Kelly to Beethoven to Explain Studio Move

R&B singer R. Kelly is moving out of his Chicago recording studio because a judge has stymied his creativity by barring him from working there overnight due to building-code violations, his lawyer said Wednesday.

Chicago Police Arrest ‘Empire’ Actor Jussie Smollett

Facing accusations that he filed a false police report when he told authorities he was attacked by two men who hurled racist and anti-gay slurs, “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett turned himself in early Thursday.

Feb. 20, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Feb. 20, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Spotlight Politics: Incumbent Aldermen Under Pressure

Six days to go until Chicago’s mayoral and aldermanic elections, and in many races, it’s anybody's guess who will win. Paris Schutz and Carol Marin take us behind the scenes in this week's political roundtable. 

‘Empire’ Actor Jussie Smollett Charged with Disorderly Conduct

Hours after Chicago police deemed him a “suspect” in his own alleged attack, “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett has been charged with disorderly conduct, according to the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office.

Pritkzer’s ‘Austere’ Budget Relies on Pension Plan, New Taxes

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker unveiled his first budget proposal Wednesday, calling it an “austere” spending plan meant to serve as a “bridge” to future budgets. 

How Did Chicago Mayoral Candidates Perform in TV Forums?

Northwestern University communications professor Jason DeSanto breaks down the performance of Chicago mayoral candidates during a series of televised forums. 

In ‘The Abuelas,’ a Chilling Episode in Argentina’s History Washes Up on Lake Shore Drive

Stephanie Alison Walker’s new play serves as a chilling reminder of a particularly horrific period in Argentina’s history when, from 1976 to 1983, that nation was under the thumb of a brutal military dictatorship.

Longtime North Side Electronics Repair Shop Struggling to Stay Afloat

For almost 50 years, 20th Century TV and Stereo has repaired stereos, tape decks, VCRs and more. But the mom-and-pop shop is fighting to remain relevant as technology continues to evolve.  

Officials React to Pritzker’s State Budget Address

State and local politicians and officials weigh in on Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s first state budget address. 

Don’t Want Kids? New Chicago Startup Helps Provide Free Birth Control

A new Chicago startup called Juno4Me connects women with free birth control from reputable health care providers. 

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Feb. 21-24

Blooming orchids, an outdoor beer fest and a massive bike ride usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago. 

Pritzker to Unveil State Budget Proposal, Facing $3B Deficit

Gov. J.B. Pritzker unveils his first annual budget proposal amid an estimated $3.2 billion deficit and billions more in unpaid bills. Watch the address and get complete coverage throughout the day.