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Web Preview: Bollywood in Chicago

Chicago Tonight has an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the biggest international movie to film in Chicago, and a sit-down interview with Indian megastar, Aamir Khan.

Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 10/5

Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.

Web Extra: The Week in Review: 10/5

Joel Weisman and his panel continue their analysis of the presidential debate in this web-exclusive conversation.

Weekend Events Around Town: 10/5 - 10/7

Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what is going on!

Presidential Debate Analysis

Who came out on top after the first presidential debate? We have the analysis.

MacArthur Genius Grant Recipient

MacArthur Genius fellow, Dylan C. Penningroth, Associate Professor at Northwestern University and research professor for the American Bar Foundation, talks about getting the grant of a lifetime and how it will impact his research of African American life under and after slavery.

"Never Leave Your Block"

A new book looks at Bucktown's transformation -- from gang territory to stomping ground for new gentrifiers. We talk with author and former Chicago Sun-Times reporter Scott Jacobs.

"44 Plays for 44 Presidents"

An irreverent and entertaining look at the U.S. Presidents -- all 44 of them.

Eden Place

A Chicago family leads their community to convert an illegal garbage dump into Eden Place: a three-acre nature center for their struggling South Side neighborhood. Jay Shefsky has the remarkable story.

Viewer Mail: 10/4

The head of the Ayn Rand Institute, Yaron Brook, was a guest on our show this week, discussing why he thinks Rand's philosophy may hold t

Exclusive: Absentee Aldermen

Which Chicago City Council member has missed the most meetings and what does it mean? Paris Schutz has the story.

Presidential Debate Preview

Jason DeSanto joins Carol Marin with a preview of what to expect in the first 2012 presidential debate.

Chicago Radio Icon: Steve Edwards

Former Chicago Public Radio host Steve Edwards talks about his switch from broadcasting to a new gig at the University of Chicago.

Chicago Business News: 10/3

Census figures show Chicago's downtown growing faster than any city in America.

Newberry Library Turns 125

On its 125th anniversary, we take you inside a very special exhibit at the Newberry Library showcasing 125 of its most prized possessions.