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The Week in Review: Chris Kennedy Takes Aim at Mayor Emanuel

Democratic candidate for governor Chris Kennedy slams Mayor Rahm Emanuel for overseeing a “strategic gentrification plan” designed to “push people of color out of the city.” This story and more with Eddie Arruza and guests.

Women’s March to the Polls Route Released

Get updated details for the Jan. 20 event from the organizers of last year’s Women’s March on Chicago, including rally information and the planned route through the Loop. 

Police: Suburban Woman Charged in Facebook Live Shooting

Labritney Austin, of University Park, is facing a felony charge after she allegedly shot a woman in the shoulder in an incident that was recorded by the victim.

Jan. 4, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 4, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

The ABCs of Illinois’ New Private School Scholarships, Tax Credit Program

Contributors have pledged $38.5 million so far in 2018 to the state’s new and program, celebrated by advocates of school choice but derided by teachers unions and other critics as a subversion of the public education system.

Bannon Slams Trump: Republicans React to Claims of West Wing Chaos

An explosive new book pits President Donald Trump against former adviser Steve Bannon. Local Republicans assess the turmoil in Washington.

Rep. Quigley on House Russia Investigation, Election Cybersecurity

Republicans and Democrats investigating possible Russian interference in the last presidential election are reportedly at odds. U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley joins us with the latest on the the House Russia investigation.

Illinois Health Officials: State Facing ‘Unprecedented’ Opioid Epidemic

Opioid overdoses in Illinois claim more lives than homicides and car accidents. State health officials tell us what’s behind the crisis.  

Inside a Culture of Harassment at Chicago Ford Plants

“It’s a struggle every day,” a current Ford employee says. As Chicago Ford plants once again grapple with accusations of sexual harassment, we speak with two women about what it’s like to work there.

‘Nice Ink, Granny!’: Local Senior Brings Color to Chicago

When Helen Lambin got a small tattoo for her 75th birthday, she had no intention of ever getting another. But the experience “made me feel sort of adventurous and wild,” she remembers.

Nearly 600 Tons of Dumped Tires Collected in Chicago Area

Public and abandoned properties in the Chicago area might appear a little less cluttered. The Illinois EPA collected 598.5 tons of used tires in December as part of a state program to mitigate hazards associated with them.

Anatomy Class ‘More Memorable’ With Knitted Eyeballs, Organs

Anatomy is at the heart of medical school. To help fellow students remember lessons he struggled with, University of Chicago student Daniel Lam picked up his knitting needles.

Chicago Recycling, Garbage Pickup Schedules Now Available Online

Confused about when the city makes blue cart pickups? You can now look up recycling and garbage pickup schedules online as Chicago looks to boost its dismal recycling rate. 

Palatine Man Reported Missing Now Charged in Chicago Bank Robberies

A 27-year-old suburban man who had been reported missing now faces criminal charges after federal officials say he used bomb threats and a gun to rob three Chicago banks in three days last month.

Jan. 3, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 3, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."