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5 Endangered Gray Wolf Pups Born at Brookfield Zoo, 2 Sent to the Wild

Two Mexican gray wolf pups born at Brookfield Zoo last month were released into the Arizona wilderness as part of a carefully timed conservation effort. The species has been threatened by extinction for over half a century.

Original Chicago Cocktail: The Hinky Drink

Belly up to the bar and get a little taste of Chicago’s spirited history. We're raising a glass to Michael “Hinky Dink” Kenna, who famously crowed “Chicago ain’t no sissy town.”

The Week in Review: What is Police Superintendent’s Combat Strategy?

Chicago's new top cop calls ongoing violence "unacceptable," while more Chicagoans disapprove of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's leadership. Host Eddie Arruza and guests discuss these stories and more in this week's show.

May 12, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the May 12, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Ousted CPS Principal Troy LaRaviere Says Dismissal ‘Politically Motivated’

The former principal of Blaine Elementary School in Lakeview, who is a frequent critic of Mayor Rahm Emanuel and CPS policies, joins "Chicago Tonight" to discuss his dismissal and the charges against him.

Higher Taxes, Big Cuts in Illinois Budget Proposal

The Illinois General Assembly passes funding for social service providers and shares details on what a potential budget agreement would include. We have the latest from Springfield.

Chicago Science Fest Highlights Groundbreaking Local Research

The second annual festival promises a treat for the scientifically curious, whether your interests lie in psychology and neuroscience or Chicago's urban wildlife and HBO's popular "Game of Thrones" series.

Finding the Perfect Local Brew Just Got a Little Easier

If you're in search of great beer in Chicago, a new interactive website can help. The founders of Chicagos.Beer join "Chicago Tonight" to explain.

Art to ‘Activate’ Chicago’s Urban Alleys

A celebration designed to transform Loop alleyways into creative urban spaces is back for a third year. Learn about Chicago Loop Alliance's monthly Activate event.

Weekend Events: Chicago Science Festival, BookCon, Wine Walk

Embrace your inner geek at the Chicago Science Festival, meet your favorite authors at BookCon and stroll through Andersonville for the annual Wine Walk.

Great Migration Centennial Commemorates Historic Event

Between 1916 and 1970, a little more than 500,000 African-Americans settled in Chicago as part of the Great Migration. Learn about a yearlong, statewide celebration marking this historic event.

‘FEAST’ Serves Up Chicago’s Diverse Food Culture, Cooking Traditions

A critically acclaimed stage production by Albany Park Theater Project makes its television debut on WTTW Thursday night.

Bruising Battle Over Lucas Museum Site Continues

Friends of the Parks has made some powerful enemies in maintaining its opposition to any lakefront site for the Lucas Museum. Is it worth losing the museum in order to maintain the sanctity of the lakefront?

May 11, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the May 11, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Karen Alpert Delivers New Book on ‘Great Pain’ of Having Kids

A local author and blogger's hilarious take on parenting in her new book "I Want My Epidural Back."