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June 2, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the June 2, 2016 episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Budget Cuts End Residential Care at Maryville Academy

Maryville Academy started nearly 133 years ago as an orphanage, but as a result of major cuts in funding, the agency announced it will no longer house children. We speak with Maryville's executive director about the changes and organization's new direction.

What Now? Lawmakers Weigh in on Budget Stalemate as it Enters Year 2

Illinois is about to enter a staggering second year without an agreed-upon state budget. We talk with lawmakers about what happens next.

Chicago Teachers Union Wades Into Funding Debate

The day after Chicago Public Schools CEO Forrest Claypool warned that schools may not open in September, the Chicago Teachers Union weighed in, calling Claypool's leadership a failure. We hear arguments from both sides.

Chicago Maritime Museum Opens in Bridgeport

The new permanent location for the museum opens on Saturday. Chicago Tonight got a preview of the new space located on the Bubbly Creek branch of the Chicago River. 

Weekend Events: Festival Season in Full Swing

There’s a festival for just about everybody this weekend, from Maifest in Lincoln Square to the Gospel Music Festival in Millennium Park and the 57th Street Art Fair in Hyde Park, plus scores more.

How a Park Bench Monitors Air Quality on Chicago’s Southeast Side

The Environmental Protection Agency recently installed a park bench equipped with air pollution sensors at a CPS elementary school. It's one of just seven such benches in the U.S.

Rise of the Far Right a Concern in America, Abroad

The rise of far right wing groups in Europe and the United States: What's fueling their popularity?

Former Legislative Inspector General to Head Watchdog Organization

The former Chicago City Council watchdog is back on the investigative beat. Faisal Khan, who served as City Council's  Legislative Inspector General, is heading up a new government watchdog organization.

June 1, 2016 - Full Show

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Despite Failure, Cullerton Optimistic About Temporary Budget Deal

Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner blasts Democrats for failing to pass a budget before the end of the spring legislative session. Where does Illinois go from here?

Chicago Police Use Algorithm to Predict, Combat Violence

A debate is brewing over the Chicago Police Department's use of an algorithm they say identifies people who are most likely to shoot someone or be shot themselves. We hear from all sides.

Sources: Exelon to Outline Power Plant Closings in Illinois

A bill to increase utility rates to bail out failing nuclear plants in Illinois failed Tuesday in Springfield. But will the plants now close? "Chicago Tonight" has exclusive new information.

Crain’s Roundup: Are Robots the Future of the Fast-Food Industry?

An Elgin company hopes robots will be the future of the fast-food industry. Will online beer sales be the next frontier for e-commerce? Crain’s Chicago Business managing editor Ann Dwyer brings us these stories and more.