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CSO and Yo-Yo Ma Explore the Foreboding Sounds of 20th Century Russian Masters

The often stormy and repressive nature of life in the Soviet Union clearly infused the music of Sergei Prokofiev and Dmitri Shostakovich.

CPS Takes ‘Unprecedented Step’ of Redoing Employee Background Checks

Tens of thousands of adult employees who interact with students must undergo background rechecks this summer as Chicago Public Schools works to improve safety and restore community trust after a sexual abuse scandal.

The Week in Review: Musk Promises 12-Minute O’Hare Express

Elon Musk’s Boring Company wins a bid to build high-speed transportation from downtown Chicago to O’Hare. How technologically and economically feasible is the plan? That story and more with Paris Schutz and guests Steve Daniels, Derrick Blakley, Becky Vevea and Rick Telander.

Family Hopes to Learn Identity of Good Samaritans Who Helped Elizabeth Brackett

Veteran “Chicago Tonight” correspondent Elizabeth Brackett remains in critical but stable condition at Stroger Hospital following an incident Wednesday morning while riding her bicycle.

Web Extra, The Week in Review: Will Elon Musk Sway Jeff Bezos?

Paris Schutz and guests further discuss Elon Musk’s plans for an O’Hare express train. 

Chicago is Dancing Up a Storm

Recent performances by a number of major Chicago dance companies suggest that in a city renowned for its theater scene, an impressive component of drama also can be found in the work of its dancers.

June 14, 2018 - Full Show

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

Viewer Feedback: ‘We Are Praying For Her. We Love Elizabeth’

There has been an outpouring of support for veteran “Chicago Tonight” journalist Elizabeth Brackett, who was critically injured in a bicycle accident Wednesday morning.

New Arts Club Show Explores Chicago as ‘A Home for Surrealism’

An unusual new art show looks at fantastic and strange paintings made by Chicago and Midwestern artists in the mid-20th century. We visit the Arts Club of Chicago.

Elon Musk’s Boring Company on Track to Build O’Hare Express Train

The concept sounds like it was lifted straight out of science fiction, but billionaire Tesla founder Elon Musk says he is going to make it happen.

No Arrest in 74 Percent of Chicago Homicides, Analysis Finds

Chicago has one of the worst homicide arrest rates in the nation, according to a Washington Post analysis. What the effect of that low rate is – and how it can be improved.

Emanuel, Johnson Depositions Released in LeGrier Wrongful Death Case

Mayor Rahm Emanuel said he hasn’t interfered with the investigation into the 2015 shooting death of a West Side teen and his neighbor by a Chicago police officer, according to newly released transcripts of his March deposition.

Elizabeth Brackett, Longtime WTTW Journalist, Critically Injured in Bicycle Accident

Longtime “Chicago Tonight” reporter and host Elizabeth Brackett, 76, is in critical but stable condition following a Wednesday morning bicycle accident that left her with at least one fractured vertebra in her neck.

UChicago Drops SAT/ACT Requirements, Adds Financial Aid For More Families

High schoolers looking to attend the prestigious Hyde Park university no longer need to worry about submitting ACT or SAT test scores on their undergrad applications.

Erin’s Law Meant to Protect Students from Sexual Abuse. What Happens When It’s Not Enforced?

A state law passed in 2011 requires public schools to educate students about sexual abuse prevention. But the woman behind Erin’s Law says dozens of CPS teachers have told her these lessons aren’t being taught.