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US Rep. Peter Roskam: ‘Important’ to Attend GOP Convention
Several high-profile Illinois Republicans are skipping the convention in Cleveland. But perhaps the highest ranking member of the Illinois congressional delegation, U.S. Rep. Peter Roskam of suburban Wheaton, is in Cleveland.
Elie Wiesel, Holocaust Survivor, Nobel Prize Winner, Dies at 87
On Saturday, Holocaust survivor and Nobel Prize-winner Elie Wiesel died. He was 87 years old. In 2002, host Phil Ponce spoke with the author and activist about his widely acclaimed book "Night." Watch the full interview.
Former US Judge, Congressman Abner Mikva Dies at 90
Abner J. Mikva, a former federal judge and congressman, died Monday, July 4 at the age of 90. Mikva dedicated more than a half-century to public service.
Social Media, Videos Fuel Gang Violence, Notoriety
As Chicago struggles to understand and control rising gun violence, there may be insight to be found in social media.
The Week in Review: New Regulations on Sharing Economy
City Council strikes deals on Uber, Airbnb, the Wrigley Field plaza and more. Dennis Hastert reports to prison. And Derrick Rose is leaving the Bulls. Joel Weisman and guests discuss these stories and more on this week's edition.
Viewer Feedback: ‘Incredibly Compelling Interview with Shannon Spalding’
We got strong reaction to Carol Marin's conversation with Shannon Spalding. Hear what viewers had to say when read feedback from the "Chicago Tonight" website, and our Facebook and Twitter pages.
3,300-Mile Journey by 16 Teens, 6 Adults Told in New Book
In 1976, a 37-year-old suburban French teacher led an eight-month trek retracing the 17th century expedition of French explorer Robert de La Salle. Hear about the trip from two who experienced it, including the teacher who led the exhibition, and the author of a new book about the trip.
The Week in Review: Chicago Property Taxes Soar
The average Chicago homeowner's property tax bill will go up roughly 13 percent, and it will keep going up for four years. That story and more on this week's edition of The Week in Review with Joel Weisman.
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