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5 Chicago Paramedics ‘Fed Up’ Over Sexual Harassment, Sue City

A federal discrimination lawsuit filed Tuesday against the city demonstrates what five women describe as a “culture” of sexual harassment and discrimination within the Chicago Fire Department.

State Watchdog Asked to Investigate Sexual Harassment Claims in Madigan’s Office

The former campaign worker in House Speaker Michael Madigan’s political organization who accused her supervisor of sexual harassment is taking her case to the state’s legislative inspector general.

Healing Powers of Music and Love Drive Beguiling Musical ‘Once’

The stunning performers now gathered on the stage of the Paramount Theatre bring this unconventional piece of musical theater to life with a beguiling mix of emotional depth and comic zest.

Remembering the Lasting Contributions of Art Shay and Art Paul

The remarkable work of photographer Art Shay, and Art Paul, the first art director for Playboy who designed the iconic bunny logo.

Medical Marijuana in Spotlight in Illinois

The medical marijuana industry’s biggest bank in Illinois pulls out of the business. The implications of that move and more issues facing growers, dispensaries and patients.

New Report Recommends Graduated Income Tax for Illinois

A prominent local tax watchdog group says Illinois government would gain $2 billion with a graduated income tax.

April 30, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the April 30, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Spring Planting Starts with Soil Preparation

As any good gardener knows, the key to healthy plants is starting with good soil. The team from the Organic Gardener helps us prepare our garden for spring planting.

Chicago Newspapers Trade Barbs as Print Model Struggles

The Chicago Sun-Times and Chicago Tribune take shots at each other as both newspapers struggle to survive. Columnists Neil Steinberg and Eric Zorn weigh in.

As We Live Longer, Can We Also Live Well?

An expert on aging talks about the possibilities and problems that come with living longer.

Bill to Legalize Industrial Hemp Passes Illinois Senate

Agriculture advocates say industrial hemp would offer Illinois farmers an additional crop – one with a lucrative future.

Bill to Create Urban Agriculture Zones Passes Illinois House

A bill aimed at breaking up food deserts in Chicago and other cities across the state by establishing “urban agriculture zones” moved forward last week in Springfield.

Ex-Police Detective Sued by Man Freed After Wrongful Murder Conviction

After spending 22 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, Thomas Sierra is suing the city of Chicago and the detective he claims framed him for a 1995 murder.

Chicago Man Facing Federal Charge After Near North Carjacking

The 23-year-old suspect is accused of carjacking multiple vehicles last week. He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

Visceral Dance and Chicago Philharmonic Revive Haunting ‘Dream’

Nick Pupillo’s haunting, hourlong narrative work, performed in collaboration with the Chicago Philharmonic, highlights the impressive dramatic skills of the Visceral dancers.