On the road to reform, which path should the Chicago Police Department take: one with or without federal oversight?
Stories by evan garcia
James Comey Testifies: Trump Administration ‘Chose to Defame Me’
During Thursday’s hearing, the former FBI Director said his rationale for documenting conversations with President Donald Trump was due to a fear that Trump “might lie about the nature of [their] meeting.”
Celebrating Frank Lloyd Wright’s 150th Birthday
The Wisconsin native, born on June 8, 1867, is widely regarded as the greatest American architect ever. We discuss his legacy with David Bagnall, the curator of the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust.
The Illinois Senate Passed a Budget. Will the House Follow Suit?
The Illinois General Assembly has blown a May 31 spring session deadline. So now what? We discuss the Springfield budget battle with state Sens. Heather Steans and Chris Nybo.
CPS Schools Fall Behind on Asbestos Removal, Univision Report Says
A new report shows Chicago Public Schools has fallen behind on removing or encapsulating asbestos found in dozens of school buildings.
Real Estate Website Zillow Sued Over Price Estimates, Offers Reward
In a class-action lawsuit filed this month in Cook County, a suburban family argues that estimates on the real estate website are inaccurate and illegal under Illinois law because they’re not licensed appraisals.
US Household Debt Exceeds Peak Levels of 2008 Recession
After nearly a decade, household debt in the U.S. has surpassed its peak levels of the 2008 Great Recession.
Study: Intermarriages on the Rise 50 Years After Loving v. Virginia
Fifty years after Loving v. Virginia, depicted last year in the film “Loving,” a new study examines interracial marriages.
Business Group Recommends Tax Hikes, Governor’s Office Responds
Eight billion dollars in new revenue. That’s part of the surprising prescription for Illinois’ fiscal troubles, outlined in a report by some of Illinois’ premier business leaders.
Obstruction of Justice? Former Federal Prosecutors Weigh In On Trump
A memo written in February by former FBI Director James Comey raises new questions about the presidency of Donald Trump. Two former assistant U.S. attorneys join us in discussion.
All Cooped Up: Renting Chickens in Chicago
The backyard chicken trend gets a leg up with the prospect of temporary ownership – and farm-fresh eggs.
Is Hate on the Rise in America?
The Chicago Police Department documented 72 hate crimes in 2016 – a 20-percent spike compared to 2015. That increase falls in line with hate crime upticks in other large U.S. cities, like New York City, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.
Great Lakes Summit to Tackle ‘Environmental Racism’
Issues impacting the Great Lakes and communities surrounding the massive freshwater system will be at the center of a two-day conference in Chicago starting Wednesday.
Flight Overbooked? Use Game Theory to Get the Biggest Payout
Using math to get the most bang for your buck on an overbooked flight.
House Passes Health Care Bill Repealing Obamacare
All seven Illinois House Republicans voted in favor of the bill Thursday that rolls back several features of the Affordable Care Act.
Rauner, Emanuel Butt Heads Over Thompson Center Plans
What does the future hold for Helmut Jahn’s 16-story Loop office building?
The Night Ministry Offers Aid, ‘Human Connection’
Chicago Tonight rides along with the Rev. Faith Miller and the rest of the Night Ministry for a scheduled stop in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.
Chicago’s Last ‘Harbor Boss’ Tells All in New Book
Robert Nelson’s at-times tumultuous tenure as Chicago’s “harbor boss” is chronicled in his new book “Dirty Waters: Confessions of Chicago’s Last Harbor Boss.”
Unpacking Trump’s Tax Plan
President Donald Trump’s tax plan was formally rolled out Wednesday. As promised on the campaign trail, the plan includes several business-friendly tax measures.
Doomsday Squad at Argonne National Laboratory Prepares for Chaos
Disaster scenarios near and far are daily considerations for a group of local scientists and engineers. We meet two members of the Global Security Sciences division at Argonne, nicknamed the Doomsday Squad.
The State of Free Speech on College Campuses
Universities across the U.S. are trying to reconcile two conflicting free speech concerns: the right of students to protest controversial speakers and the right of those commentators to speak on campus.
‘Forgotten Chicago’ Uncovers History Worth Remembering
For nearly a decade, the website Forgotten Chicago has documented the city’s storied past. Meet the site’s co-founder and editor, Jacob Kaplan.
‘Money Smart’ Decisions for All Ages
Nationally syndicated columnist Ilyce Glink offers advice on everything from managing student debt to retirement funds.
Rep. Quigley on House Committee’s Russia Investigation
Nearly four months into Donald Trump’s presidency, tension over foreign affairs is flaring up.
Will United Airlines Incident Change the Way We Fly?
Viral videos showing a 69-year-old passenger being dragged off a United Airlines flight have sparked public outrage and discussions over passengers’ rights. But will the incident have any lasting impact on air travel policies?
Chicago Housing Authority CEO on Overdue Plan for Transformation
The Chicago Housing Authority is playing catch-up on a goal it planned to meet eight years ago. We speak with CHA CEO Eugene Jones about the city’s public housing plans.
