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CTU Members Take Protest to City Hall on First Furlough Day

More than 200 union members filled the fifth floor at City Hall, taking seats on the floor to grade papers, plan class assignments and hear “lessons” on school revenue, clinician services and the protection of immigrant students.

Former Johnson Publishing Building Considered for Landmark Status

The landmark designation process started Thursday for the 110,000-square-foot S. Michigan Avenue building designed by black architect John Warren Moutoussamy.

Doomsday Clock Moves 30 Seconds Closer to Midnight

Is rhetoric edging us closer to doomsday? Last week, the Doomsday Clock edged 30 seconds closer to midnight, putting the world two and a half symbolic minutes away from global annihilation. 

City’s Goals for O’Hare Expansion Include More Gates, Competition

Negotiations are underway between the city and United and American Airlines over a new gate lease agreement that could determine O’Hare’s future development for a generation.

‘Chicago Voices’ Concert Showcases Diverse Local Talent

A major, Chicago-centric concert this weekend showcases the city’s many voices.

Rabbi Herman Schaalman, Interfaith Leader, Dies at 100

We remember Rabbi Herman Schaalman, a Holocaust survivor and legendary interfaith leader who late in life gave up his belief in God.

Jonathan Biss, Acclaimed Pianist, on His ‘Obsessive’ Approach to Music

A studio performance by classical pianist Jonathan Biss.

Chicago Barber’s 1957 Creation Becomes 3-Generation Success Story

When Chicago barber Fred Luster created a new product for his customers in 1957, he couldn’t have known what lay ahead. A look at the history of Luster Products.

Viewer Feedback: ‘The Ban Is Unacceptable’

Viewers weigh in on President Donald Trump’s executive order on immigration and refugees.

February 2, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Feb. 2, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Buy Toys for Animals from Lincoln Park Zoo’s Enrichment ‘Wish List’

Siku the polar bear wants a floating stone. Bella the baby guerilla wants carrots. The holiday season has passed, but Chicago zoo animals are still hoping for gifts.

George Takei on Trump, Turmoil and Why ‘Trek’ Endures

The actor and activist hosts a screening and discussion of the film “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” this weekend. We caught up with him to talk “Trek,” Trump and more.

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Feb. 2-5

An after-hours museum party, ice cream for breakfast and Super Bowl parties usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago. 

CTU Delegates Call on CPS Head Claypool to Step Down

Chicago Teachers Union officials issued a vote of no confidence Wednesday night on Chicago Public Schools CEO Forrest Claypool after claiming he has worked to “dismantle and sabotage” CPS.

School Funding Reform Commission Delivers Report, Legislation TBD

Another commission, another report on school funding reform. Will lawmakers’ recommendations create a new formula?