Stewart Copeland of The Police has written a score for the silent film “Ben-Hur.” He performs it next month with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

The great surrealist Rene Magritte has an exhibition at the Art Institute that delves into the early part of his career, when he evolved as an artist and created many of the dream-like paintings that came to identify his signature style. We revisit our story on “Magritte: The Mystery of the Ordinary.”

The long anticipated $575 million renovation of Wrigley Field begins today, without a lot of fanfare. Why? And what will the ballpark look like next year? 

Chicago's Ella Jenkins has been writing and performing music for children since the 1950s. She turned 90 recently, and Jay Shefsky has a portrait of the beloved and influential artist.

Chicago White Sox captain Paul Konerko played his final game on Sunday, wrapping up a 16-year career on the South Side.  

Hyde Park Jazz Festival, Oktoberfest Chicago, and Randolph Street Market Festival; Chicago Tonight knows what’s going on this weekend.

Style legend and Chicago native Betty Halbreich talks about her life as perhaps the fashion world's preeminent personal shopper.  

Jazz trumpeter Orbert Davis is joined by harmonica virtuoso Howard Levy in performance and conversation.

Chicago vocalist Dee Alexander celebrates her new album at Hyde Park Jazz Festival.  

A free exhibition explores the artful use of language by contemporary Illinois painters and sculptors.

The touring exhibition on the history, music, fashion, art, legacy, and identity of David Bowie lands in Chicago at the MCA. 

This weekend Cardinal Francis George introduced his successor, Bishop Blase Cupich. Our panel discusses the significance of the Vatican's appointment.  

If you spent time in city parks this summer, you may have noticed trees being transformed. The Chicago Park District teamed with a local sculptor's group to turn trees that were condemned into public art. We revisit Jay Shefsky’s story.

Chicago native Sheldon Patinkin, who was part of the first generation of Chicago improvisers, died Sunday at the age of 79. 

Saying that he was "well-prepared" for the responsibilities of leading a church of 2.2 million people, Cardinal Francis George introduced his successor, Blase Cupich.            

The Les Turner ALS Walk for Life, Lakeview Taco Fest, and a Concert for Peace; Chicago Tonight knows what’s going on this weekend.