He has experienced how it feels inside a White House facing the threat of impeachment. Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel offers his take on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump.
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The Impeachment Process: How It Works
Now that an official impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump has been launched, how exactly does impeachment work, and what are the next steps?
Crain’s Headlines: Inspire Brands Gobbles Up Jimmy John’s
The corporate parent of Arby’s, Sonic Drive-Ins and Buffalo Wild Wings is adding Jimmy John’s to its widening roster of restaurant chains.
Democrats, Republicans React to Launch of Impeachment Inquiry
How is a formal impeachment inquiry likely to play to voters? We ask Tom Bowen of New Chicago Consulting and Jennifer Nevins, a self-described pro-Trump conservative activist.
Memo: Trump Prodded Ukraine Leader on Biden Claims
President Trump repeatedly prodded Ukraine’s new leader to work with the U.S. attorney general and lawyer Rudy Giuliani to investigate Democratic political rival Joe Biden, according to a rough transcript summarizing the call.
CTU, CPS Leaders Offer Contract Updates as Strike Authorization Results Loom
The head of Chicago Public Schools remains confident a strike can be avoided, but on the eve of a key vote, Chicago Teachers Union leaders say they’re ready for a work stoppage if they can’t get written assurances on staffing and class sizes.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Sept. 26-29
German brats and beers, aerial acrobats, monster trucks and a bungalow tour usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
A Spoonful Less Sugar, Tad More Fat: US Diets Still Lacking
Americans’ diets are a little less sweet and a little crunchier but there’s still too much sugar, white bread and artery-clogging fat, a study suggests.
5 Fall Theater Recommendations from Hedy Weiss
There is a great variety of theater on stage in Chicago this fall. Critic Hedy Weiss recommends her current favorites.
Pelosi Orders Impeachment Probe: ‘No One Is Above The Law’
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi launched a formal impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump on Tuesday, acquiescing to mounting pressure from fellow Democrats.
Northwestern Launches Hub to Boost Science via Artificial Intelligence
How does scientific discovery happen? And what goes right when the process works? Those are some of the questions behind a newly launched center at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.
Former Lake County Politician Aaron Lawlor Discusses Addiction, Recovery
He was a fast-rising Republican politician whose career came crashing to a halt last year. Now sober, Aaron Lawlor says he has given up politics but regained his life – and he’s eager to tell his story.
Brookfield Zoo Adopts 2 Stranded and Injured Sea Lions
The population at Brookfield Zoo is growing. Last week, the zoo adopted two California Sea Lions – both with health issues. We meet Carolyn and Sabiena as they get physical exams at the zoo.
Crain’s Headlines: Investors Weigh Effects of Climate Change
Investors in municipal bonds are increasingly weighing the effects of climate change in their calculations, and a new report out Tuesday from Moody’s Investor Service indicates Illinois bonds are not going to benefit from the new math.
Aldermen Propose Limits on Backyard Livestock in Chicago
A new ordinance has been introduced in City Council to severely reduce farm animal adoption in Chicago. We discuss the proposal with Ald. Raymond Lopez and Laura Calvert of Advocates for Urban Agriculture.
After 40 Years in Solitary Confinement, a ‘Story of Transformation and Hope’
Albert Woodfox was held in solitary confinement for decades in Louisiana before his release in 2016. Now, he’s written a book about his experiences. He joins us to discuss “Solitary.”
Raid at Home, Office of Powerful State Sen. Martin Sandoval
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has honed in on another powerful elected official from Chicago, but it isn’t saying why.
Two Early 20th Century British Classics Adapted for the Stage
Two groundbreaking novels – E.M. Forster’s “Howards End” and D. H. Lawrence’s “Sons and Lovers” – are currently receiving world premiere productions on Chicago stages. And despite their creation more than a century ago, they remain exceptionally timely.
Robert Hunter, Grateful Dead’s Poetic Lyricist, Dead at 78
Although proficient on a number of instruments including guitar, violin, cello and trumpet, Robert Hunter, whose songs included such classics as “Truckin’” and ‘‘Uncle John’s Band,” never appeared on stage with the Grateful Dead.
Class-Action Suit Says Chicago’s Lack of Blind-Accessible Crossing Signals Violates ADA
Less than 1% of Chicago crosswalks have accessible pedestrian signals. A new lawsuit filed against the city claims that’s indicative of a “systemic failure.”
US Official Expects ‘Hundreds More’ Cases of Vaping Illness
The number of vaping-related illnesses in the U.S. could soon climb much higher, a public health official said Tuesday.
Trubisky, Bears Get Offense on Track, Beat Redskins 31-15
After the Chicago Bears’ offense was slow to get going this season, Mitchell Trubisky was excited to speed things up.
Banned Books: Librarians Push Back Against Censorship
It’s Banned Books Week, an annual event organized by the Chicago-based American Library Association to highlight the threat of censorship. Find out which books were challenged most in 2018.
One of Lightfoot’s Loudest City Council Critics Speaks Out
In a recent op-ed published in the Chicago Sun-Times, Ald. Anthony Beale outlined his frustrations with Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Beale joins “Chicago Tonight” in conversation.
