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Public Weighs in on Proposed Police Consent Decree. What’s In It?

Chicagoans can weigh in on the proposed police consent decree over the next two days. We unpack the legal document.

Oct. 23, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 23, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Police Board Differs with Superintendent on Firing Cops

Why the majority of Chicago police officers recommended by the police superintendent to be fired this year have instead kept their jobs.

A Look at President Trump’s Rally Strategy Ahead of Illinois Visit

President Donald Trump is visiting southern Illinois this weekend. What our colleges at the “PBS NewsHour” say we can expect from that visit. 

Capturing Icons of the 1960s, ‘70s: Behind the Lens of Steve Schapiro

A pair of new photography exhibitions offer a side of celebrity but focus on one man’s view of the struggle for civil rights.

Chicago Company Ballot Ready Gets Voters Primed for Polls

The Illinois governor’s race has gotten a lot of attention, but do you know who else you’re voting for? How a Chicago company is helping inform voters about their candidates and referendums.

‘Money Diaries’ Aims to Help Women Take Control of Their Finances

A new book offers a peek at how other people spend their money, and shows how that can you help you control your own finances.

Chicago Group Gets $1M to Plant Trees, Combat Climate Change

Chicago-based environmental group Openlands has received a $1 million grant to address climate change by planting new trees and recruiting residents to protect them. 

Study: Gene Linked to Dyslexia May Shield Athletes from Concussions

A gene associated with the learning disorder dyslexia may make some athletes less susceptible to concussions, according to a new study by Northwestern Medicine and Penn State University.

Caterpillar Has a Big 3Q, But Wall Street Senses Pessimism

Caterpillar beat most profit and revenue expectations in the third quarter, but company shares were punished Tuesday when Wall Street sensed some pessimism in the company's outlook, which remains unchanged.

American Blues Theater’s ‘Buddy Holly Musical’ Tops 2018 Equity Jeff Awards

They say “the music died” on the day in 1959 when rock ‘n’ roll legend Buddy Holly perished in a plane crash. But that geeky Texas boy with the trademark thick glasses is still making a big noise.

Money and Accusations Fly in the Race for Illinois Governor

With Election Day just two weeks away, controversy is swirling in the race at the top of the ticket – a race that’s breaking records when it comes to self-financing.

EPA Settles With Chicago-Area Company Over Lead Paint Allegations

A Bensenville-based home renovation company has agreed to pay nearly $53,000 for alleged violations of federal laws designed to protect against exposure to lead-based paint. 

Oct. 22, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 22, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Made in Chicago Auction Highlights 150 Years of Local History

You want a piece of Chicago? An array of notable works of art and historic Chicago artifacts are up for auction.