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A new film takes an irreverent look at the Electoral College. We talk with the co-producer of Electoral Dysfunction.
The general election is 8 days away and campaigns are making their final pleas to woo voters. Will Sandy sway voters away from the polls? And what is the chance of a split between the popular and electoral votes? Carol Marin and her panel have the latest on national and local races.
Lance Tyson wants to take over ousted former State Rep. Derrick Smith's seat, but trails Smith in the polls by nearly 40 points. He joins us to discuss his campaign and his odds of victory on Chicago Tonight at 7:00 pm.
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.
In our web-extra video, Joel Weisman and his Week in Review panel discuss the political climate of election season and the scrutinizing of candidates’ every word. Watch the web-exclusive conversation.
We have reaction from Chicago aldermen to Mayor Rahm Emanuel's proposed city budget.
Chicago voters aren't just choosing candidates on their election ballots. Paris Schutz reports on why some ballot questions are causing confusion.

Congressional Candidate Forums

In tonight's Viewer Mail, we have some of your thoughts about our recent Congressional Forums.

11th District

11th District candidates Congresswoman Judy Biggert and challenger Bill Foster spoke with Phil Ponce live in our studios. Watch the forum here and read our live web chat transcript. After the forum, both candidates answered questions from the media in a press conference. Watch the web extra videos.
Congresswoman Judy Biggert and challenger Bill Foster face-off live in our studios in our 11th District Congressional forum.
Congresswoman Judy Biggert and challenger Bill Foster are neck and neck in a race for the 11th District. The newly redrawn district includes areas of Aurora and Joliet likely to vote Democrat. We break down some of the key issues at the forefront of tonight's 11th District forum.

10th District

10th District candidates Congressman Robert Dold and challenger Brad Schneider spoke with Phil Ponce live in our studios. Watch the forum here and read our live web chat transcript. After the forum, both candidates answered questions from the media in a press conference. Watch the web extra videos.

Live Stream & Live Web Chat

10th District candidates Congressman Robert Dold and challenger Brad Schneider face-off for the last time before the election live in our studios.
Congressman Robert Dold and challenger Brad Schneider are in a heated race for the newly redrawn 10th District. This toss-up district is one of several key races under national scrutiny, which could determine whether or not Democrats regain control of the House next year. We break down some of the key issues at the forefront of tonight's 10th District forum.
President Obama and Mitt Romney talk foreign policy -- for the most part -- in the final presidential debate. But the two show few differences in their world view. We assess their global perspectives.
Tonight is the final presidential debate. With 15 days to go, both campaigns are targeting the undecided voters in swing states. But, how much sway will this debate have? And what are the polls saying? Carol Marin and her guests have the latest on the presidential and congressional races.
 

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