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Nov. 14, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 14, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Responding to Hate Speech in Schools

A recent spike in hate incidents at Oak Park and River Forest High School leads to a community march – and a criminal charge. A teacher and administrator tell us how they’re responding.

Where Do Illinois Republicans Go From Here?

President Donald Trump has been vocal on the topic of where the GOP stands, but where do Republicans in Illinois think they’re headed?

Is Rent Control the Fix for Affordable Housing in Chicago?

Chicago voters overwhelmingly favor lifting the state’s ban on rent control, but is it really the way to more affordable housing?

Lawmakers Vote to Raise Smoking Age, Despite Rauner’s Objections

Gov. Bruce Rauner – once known for exerting an iron grip over Republican legislators that had them follow him in lockstep – got a taste Wednesday of his lame-duck status.

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Nov. 15-18

Twinkling lights, new toys, barrel-aged beer and holiday markets usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

All Clear After Bomb Threat at State Capitol

Legislative activity has resumed at the Illinois Capitol on Wednesday afternoon, following a threat of a bomb in the upper chambers of the statehouse.

Illinois Senate Weighs Bill to Limit Antibiotics in Meat

Lawmakers are set to consider legislation this week that would limit the use of antibiotics in food-producing animals, a practice that has been shown to fuel drug-resistant bacteria that can be dangerous to humans.

Things to Know About Michelle Obama’s Book, Arena Tour

Oprah Winfrey joined Michelle Obama on Tuesday night at the United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, as she begins the tour touting the already best-selling “Becoming.” Here’s what to know about the tome and the tour.

Security Guard Killed by Midlothian Cop Ignored Orders to Drop Gun: Report

State investigators say the armed security guard fatally shot by a Midlothian police officer outside a south suburban bar early Sunday was not wearing anything that identified him as security and ignored repeated orders to drop his weapon.

Ask Geoffrey: The History of Houseboats on the Chicago River

Geoffrey Baer floats through a bygone colony of houseboats that once populated our city’s favorite Y-shaped waterway in this encore edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Veto Session Begins; Madigan on Board With Pritkzer’s Plans for Pot, Taxes

A week after Illinois Democrats’ decisive general election victories, Illinois lawmakers returned to the capitol Tuesday for the start of the annual fall veto session.

Nov. 13, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 13, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Former NATO Ambassador Says Trump Abdicating Global Leadership

In his new book, Ivo Daalder argues that President Donald Trump has chosen to abandon America’s leadership role in the world just as China is becoming more assertive on the global stage.

Hats and ‘Bracelets’ Gone Berserk: The Wildly Creative Wares of John Koch

He’s been making hats and gloves for 45 years, but they’re not designed to keep us warm. Meet the man behind some eye-catching creations.