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February 1, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Feb. 1, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Ask Geoffrey: What Happened to Chicago Burger Chain Wimpy’s?

A viewer wonders what became of a Chicago burger chain that borrowed its name from a cartoon moocher. Geoffrey Baer serves up some hamburger history.

Honoring Chicago Poet Gwendolyn Brooks, Who Broke the Color Barrier

The late Chicago poet Gwendolyn Brooks made history in 1950 as the first African-American author to receive a Pulitzer Prize.

Senate Negotiations on ‘Grand Bargain’ Budget Continue

What progress have state senators made on negotiating a budget deal, and how will Gov. Bruce Rauner and House Speaker Michael Madigan react if it passes?

Report: Outdoor Cats Are Killing Billions of Birds

A Smithsonian ornithologist says outdoor cats are devastating bird populations.

Northwestern Study Links School Violence to Unemployment Rate

Researchers have discovered a “significant correlation” between decreases in economic opportunities and the number of school shootings reported across the country.

Ta-Nehisi Coates: ‘Chicago is the Capital of Black America’

The journalist and author spoke Tuesday night to a crowd of more than 1,000 Northwestern University faculty, staff and students on topics of race, journalism, politics and identity.

Remembering a Forgotten Photographer of Chicago History

One hundred years ago he took unforgettable photos of Chicago in turbulent times. Exploring the life of Jun Fujita, a Japanese immigrant who captured city history.

New City Medical Director to Focus on Mental Health, Addiction

The Chicago Department of Public Health recently hired a behavioral health medical director to better address substance use disorders and mental health issues in the city. Meet Dr. Elizabeth Salisbury-Afshar and learn more about her role.

January 31, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 31, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Is It Really Possible to Balance the State Budget Without a Tax Hike?

The conservative Illinois Policy Institute unveiled a plan Tuesday that promises to fill Illinois’ $7.1 billion budget hole, without any increase in taxes. 

President Trump Announces Neil Gorsuch as Supreme Court Nominee

President Donald Trump announced Neil Gorsuch as his nominee to replace the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia on Tuesday night. 

Museum Celebrates Black History Month With Annual Art Display

Underway at the Museum of Science and Industry is the longest-running exhibition of African-American art in the country. Learn more about the museum’s program and the origins of Black History Month.

How Healthy is Illinois’ Job Market?

We discuss the prognosis for state and local job markets amid changing local and national politics.

DeVos Approved by Senate Committee as Chicago Parents Protest

In a split decision Tuesday morning, the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions voted to approve education secretary nominee Betsy DeVos.