Shows Chicago Tonight Week in Review SORT Order Oldest First Newest First FILTER Date Range Start date End date Category - Any - Arts & Entertainment Business Crime & Law Education Health Politics Science & Nature Sports Keyword(s) Oct 23, 2026 Week in Review: Mayoral Hopefuls File Signatures; Johnson Unveils Budget Proposal Mayoral hopefuls line up to get their name on the ballot — how is the race shaping up so far? And the incumbent lays out his vision for the city budget. Oct 16, 2026 Week in Review: Pritzker and Bailey Face Off; Massive Misconduct Settlement Approved JB Pritzker and Darren Bailey meet at WTTW for their only forum this election cycle. And Chicago City Council squares off over borrowing power — and approves a massive police misconduct settlement. Thanks to our sponsors: Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Oct 9, 2026 Week in Review: Legal Action Over ‘Midway Blitz’ Shootings; Remembering Mike Ditka New legal actions against the Trump administration over “Operation Midway Blitz” shootings. And Chicago Bears legend Mike Ditka dies at 86. Oct 2, 2026 Week in Review: Judge Questions ‘Broadview Six’ Prosecution; White Sox Win First Playoff Series Since 2005 A federal judge has sharp questions about the handling of the “Broadview Six” prosecution. And the White Sox win a playoff series for the first time in more than 20 years. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Sep 25, 2026 Week in Review: Parking Meter Sale Advances; Cubs and Sox Clinch Playoff Spots Chicago’s much-hated parking meter deal could get a little bit better. And should serious police discipline cases be heard behind closed doors? Sep 18, 2026 Week in Review: Dueling Renters’ Rights Proposals; Amtrak’s Plans for Bridgeport Mayor Brandon Johnson puts an end to speculation and announces he’s seeking another term. And could new concessions clear the way for the resale of Chicago’s parking meters? Sep 11, 2026 Week in Review: Remembering Lives Lost on 9/11; Bears Look to Build on Last Season’s Success Chicago marks the one-year anniversary of the “Operation Midway Blitz” immigration crackdown. And the Bears look to defend their NFC North championship as their season kicks off. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Sep 4, 2026 Week in Review: Dangerously Hot Weather; Chicago’s $882M Budget Deficit The Lake Shore Drive bridge malfunctions after a lift — creating an hourslong traffic snafu. And the city sues a South Chicago funeral home where dozens of bodies were found decomposing. Aug 28, 2026 Week in Review: Back to School for CPS; Road to Recovery in Gary It’s back to school for CPS students, but not without threat of midyear layoffs for teachers. And a look at the planned route for the so-called O’Hare Flyer express train. Aug 21, 2026 Week in Review: Campaigning at the Illinois State Fair; CTU Files Defamation Lawsuit Elected officials try to rally voters at the Illinois State Fair. And the Cubs take two of three from the White Sox for a split Crosstown Classic. Aug 14, 2026 Week in Review: Bears Stadium Search; Chicago Data Centers Debate The Bears say their sights are still set on a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana. And another round of extreme weather wallops the Chicago area, bringing six confirmed tornadoes. Aug 7, 2026 Week in Review: Capitol Controversy, CPS Funding and the Chicago Mayoral Race Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch fights to keep his job amid questions over sexual harassment at the Capitol. And two new entrants in the already crowded race for Chicago mayor. Jul 24, 2026 Week in Review: Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands; Congressional Candidates Booted From Ballot Illinois is added to the CDC’s investigation of the cyclosporiasis outbreak. And two congressional candidates are tossed off the ballot in Illinois’ 4th District. Jul 17, 2026 Week in Review: Hazardous Smoke Blankets the Region; CPS Eyes Layoffs and a Spending Freeze Wildfire smoke clouds the Chicago region, closing beaches and canceling outdoor events. Plus, a bleak budget reality as Chicago Public Schools eyes layoffs and a spending freeze. Jul 10, 2026 Week in Review: State Lawmaker Indicted in Kickback Scheme; More Calls for Boutros to Resign Federal prosecutors charge state lawmaker Carol Ammons with fraud and lying to the FBI. And a judge scolds U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros for publicly discussing a sealed indictment. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
