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May 17, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the May 17, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

TSA to Address Long Lines at O’Hare, Midway

Public officials are blasting the Transportation Security Administration as security lines at Chicago's airports – and airports around the country – have swelled to two- and three-hour wait times. What accounts for the spike, and what happens as the summer travel season approaches?

Company that Helped Rebuild After Great Chicago Fire Now Closing Doors

Next month, one of the Chicago area's oldest manufacturers will shut its doors after 145 years. Haeger Potteries, a fourth-generation family business, played a key role in helping the city rebuild after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. Jay Shefsky takes us inside.

Astronomer Mike Brown on Discovery of 9th Planet, Killing Pluto

He's best known for having killed Pluto, but astronomer Mike Brown may have found a replacement planet in the outer reaches of our solar system and it forms the basis of a new Adler Planetarium show.

Business Good for Airbnb Host Despite Englewood’s Bad Reputation

Meet the woman who makes her living hosting visitors from all over the world in every nook and cranny of her four-bedroom, two-bath home in the Englewood neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side.

Rush Hour March Along the 606 to Protest Gentrification

Walkers, runners and cyclists may see a foot-traffic jam along the popular 606 trail during Tuesday evening rush hour. A group plans to march along the trail in protest of gentrification, saying it “destroys communities.”

End of Session Brings Renewed Hope, Doubt for Budget Compromise

Are lawmakers any closer to a budget agreement? We speak with two legislators about the progress in Springfield.

Mayor Emanuel Decides to Scrap IPRA

Many stakeholders on Monday are saying “the devil’s in the details” before they hail the latest decision by the mayor as a game changer.

May 16, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the May 16, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Black Flight: Some Chicago African-Americans Flee City’s Violence

To stay or go in the face of Chicago's violence? Many black families are choosing to go. 

Cook County Court to Try New Approach to Justice

The Circuit Court of Cook County is creating a restorative justice community court that aims to empower victims and residents to help rehabilitate nonviolent adult offenders. The pilot program is expected to begin in early 2017 in North Lawndale.

Chicago Cubs and White Sox Top the MLB

There's a lot of joy in Chicagoland as our baseball teams are off to a hot start this season. Is this the year Chicago's crosstown rivals will finally see each other in the World Series?

Viewer Feedback: ‘Wildlife Should be Respected’

Hear what viewers had to say about the battle over the Lucas Museum and bobcat hunting in Illinois when we read comments from the "Chicago Tonight" website, and our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Arts Program Engages Alzheimer’s Patients, Caregivers

A partnership between a local art museum and leading Alzheimer’s disease center allows patients and their caregivers exclusive access to exhibits, including one that documents an artist’s progression of the disease. 

Afro-Cuba Art Exhibit Coming to DuSable Museum

A hugely popular exhibit exploring an underground Cuban art movement comes to the DuSable Museum this week.