Stories by michael lipkin

"Stony Island"

Film director Andy Davis takes us back to Chicago R&B of the 1970s.

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Andy Thayer

Andy Thayer

Chicago denies a permit for anti-war protesters planning to march on the upcoming NATO summit. We talk with organizer Andy Thayer about how protesters still plan to take to the streets.

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Weekend Events Around Town: 3/30 – 4/1

Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what’s going on!

NATO Protesters Lose Permit Appeal

Anti-NATO protesters will not be able to march through the Loop during the NATO summit in May, an administrative judge ruled Thursday.

NATO Host Committee Raises $36.5 Million

The Chicago NATO host committee says the donations will be enough to fully fund the May summits.

NATO Summit

Welcome to Chicago Tonight’s online coverage of the Chicago NATO summit. We’ve gathered everything you need to know about growing protest plans, security measures, the summit’s effect on Chicago businesses, and the policies world leaders are expected to discuss. Read the latest developments here, and view our Players page to get up to speed on who matters for the summits.

Security

Even though the city is no longer hosting the more controversial G-8 conference, Chicago still expects about 7,500 protestors during the NATO summit in May. Those protests have the Chicago Police Department on alert, spending the past few months training and acquiring new riot gear.

Fela! in Chicago

The Tony-award winning musical Fela! is in town. The show's lead producer tells us how love for Fela's music led to a triumphant stage production.

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NATO Security Could Shut Down Rail

Security plans for the Chicago NATO summit could shut down South Shore rail lines and freeways during the two-day event.

A Milestone for Mexican Art Museum

A local Mexican art museum with works from around the world celebrates its 25th anniversary. The founder joins us with details.

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NATO Protesters Go To Court

At an appeal hearing Tuesday, Chicago officials stood by their decision to deny protesters a permit to march through the Loop on the first day of the NATO summit.

Chicago’s Social Media Savvy

A new study ranks Chicago 17th in the country for social media savvy. What is the Emanuel administration doing to boost the city's standing?

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Bookman's Alley

Lovers of used and rare books are mourning the impending loss of a celebrated and unusual neighborhood bookstore. Jay Shefsky has the story.

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Weekend Events Around Town: 3/23 – 3/25

Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what’s going on!

Michael Shields

President of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police Michael Shields has repeatedly called for more officer training before the summit.

Hillard Heintze

As some business leaders expressed concern about the summits, the city hired security firm Hillard Heintze, which will meet weekly with the business community.

Garry McCarthy

As Chicago Police superintendent, Garry McCarthy is the public face of security during the NATO summit.

Rahm Emanuel

Mayor Rahm Emanuel has been focusing on the potential economic upside of the NATO summit since his lobbying brought it to Chicago, but it’s his security plans that have had some up in arms.

Rick Bayless in "Cascabel"

Find out what Chef Rick Bayless is cooking up on stage when we visit a rehearsal of his new show at Lookingglass Theatre.

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2 Music Superstars' Surprise Performance

Yo-Yo Ma & Renée Fleming Visit Local H.S.

A rare musical treat at Chicago's Lake View High School. Two classical music superstars pay students a visit and offer up some of their world-class artistry. We tell you why.

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"Our Black Year"

The Anderson family from Oak Park began an experiment in 2009: trying to buy things only from African American-owned businesses. How difficult was it for the family to buy black for an entire year? Maggie Anderson is here to tell us.

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Weekend Events Around Town: 3/16 – 3/18

Need some ideas for what to do this weekend? Chicago Tonight knows what’s going on!

"Chi-noceros" by Phineas X. Jones

The Flag and Seal Revisited

The flag of Chicago re-imagined by artists; plus rock posters and other prime examples of the city's rich printmaking history.

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Web Extra: Cook County Circuit Court Clerk Forum

We continue our discussion with the two candidates vying for the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County position in our web-exclusive video.

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"Figurism" at the Chicago Gallery

We spotlight a little-known gallery that focuses on artists from Illinois.

Web Extra: 16th District Republican Primary Forum

We continue our discussion with the two Republican candidates vying for the 16th Congressional District in our web-exclusive video.

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