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Parents, Teachers Blast Special Education Funding in Latest CPS Budget

Chicago Public Schools teachers and parents blasted the district's plan for special education funding in its budget for the coming year, saying it pits students against each other in a "Hunger Games"-esque struggle for school resources.

Hairdressers to Help Recognize Signs of Domestic Violence

Starting next year, cosmetologists working in Illinois will be required to learn how to recognize signs of domestic violence and sexual assault.

10 Things to Do This Weekend: Dec. 8-11

Neighborhood holiday markets, outsider art, cyclocross and Jerry Seinfeld usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.

As Recycling Rates Drop in Chicago, Officials Look to Reeducate Public

Why aren't Chicagoans getting on the recycling bandwagon? What city officials are doing to reverse dropping participation rates.

Chicago Police Department Mulling Changes to Use of Force Policy

When is a police officer allowed to fire a weapon? The Chicago Police Department is set to release new rules on that, but they are already drawing criticism.

December 6, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the Dec. 6, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Rauner to Sign Controversial Energy Bill as Debate Rages On

A controversial energy bill is set to be signed by Gov. Bruce Rauner on Wednesday. We hear from both sides of the debate over the Future Energy Jobs Bill.

Documentary Project Turns the Camera on Girls in Public Housing

A new project aims to fill a void in a news cycle that has primarily centered on the issues young men face in the city.

Marist Students Expelled Over Racist Texts Suing School

Parents of former Marist High School seniors claim the students are being used as “scapegoats” by the school in response to growing social media pressure and criticism over the incident.

Springfield Standoff: Lawmakers Weigh In on Budget Stalemate

Legislative leaders are still bickering – with no budget compromise in sight. Two lawmakers weigh in on the ongoing budget stalemate.

West Side Residents Approve Higher Taxes for Mental Health

Why residents on the West Side of Chicago voted overwhelmingly to raise their property taxes a bit higher than the rest of the city.

December 5, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the Dec. 5, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

‘AIDS in America’ Exhibition Responds to Cultural Climate of 1980s

An ambitious new art exhibition looks at the cultural impact of, and creative response to, AIDS in America.

Photos: Navy Pier’s Winter WonderFest

Chicago’s first snowfall came just in time for the beginning of the city’s annual winter celebration at Navy Pier.

CPS Helping Students Explore High School Options With New Website

A new Chicago Public Schools website is set to help students sort through scores of local high schools to find the right one for them based on academic and extracurricular interests.