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Mayor: Chicago Fire Department Harassment Claims Taken ‘Extremely Seriously’

Mayor Rahm Emanuel says there could be “serious consequences” after five Chicago Fire Department paramedics filed a lawsuit alleging ongoing sexual harassment in the workplace.

Illinois Senate Passes Bill to Protect Environmental, Labor Standards

A bill moving through the state legislature would prevent the weakening of federal safeguards that were in place as of Jan. 1, 2017 – about three weeks before President Donald Trump took office.

Family Made Tortillas and Pitas Round Out Chicago’s Food Culture

They’re round, flat and hold some of your favorite fillings. We visit the Chicago-area factories where tortillas and pitas are made.

Grand Jury Indicts 2 Alleged Distributors of K2 in Springfield

The U.S. attorney’s office announced Wednesday a grand jury has indicted two people on charges of conspiracy to possess and distribute synthetic cannabinoids from retail stores in Springfield.

Illinois Lawmakers Contemplate a Graduated Income Tax

An income tax rate that would rise or fall based on your income level: Is that playing politics with your paycheck?

Faces, Places from a Chicago Photographer Now 90 Years Old

She’s been photographing Chicago for nearly 70 years. Meet artist Barbara Crane.

May 2, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the May 2, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Libertarian Kash Jackson Joins Race for Illinois Governor

Meet the Libertarian candidate for Illinois governor who says he’ll end corruption and restore financial stability in Springfield.

Former CPS CEO Paul Vallas Officially Announces Run for Mayor

With a little more than nine months until the Chicago mayoral election, a seventh candidate has entered the race.

New COPA Chief Sydney Roberts Starts at Revamped Police Oversight Body

The new head of the Civilian Office of Police Accountability talks about building trust with skeptical communities.

Resurrecting ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ at Lyric Opera of Chicago

Jo Lampert and Michael Cunio, who currently appear in “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Lyric Opera of Chicago, join us in performance and discussion.

High Levels of Manganese Found in Soil of Southeast Side Homes

Test results from soil samples collected at 27 homes near a bulk storage facility along the Calumet River reveal high levels of manganese.

10 Things to Do This Weekend: May 3-6

A Star Wars-themed skate, spring festivals, colorful kites and mint juleps usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

Chicago Tribune Critic John von Rhein to Retire in July

“It’s been a great ride, but the time has come to move off into other ventures,” longtime critic John von Rhein wrote in a letter to readers Wednesday.

Rodgers and Hammerstein Musicals Enjoying a Grand-Scale Rebirth

There seems to be an unofficial renaissance of Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals by way of three classics from the 1940s. Is this mere coincidence, or a a much-needed balm?