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“It's time for a new political party to join the established ones, and to bring fresh, bright ideas to our democracy and our ways of governance.” Learn more about this candidate.

“To create jobs, I will pass the infrastructure bill, lower regulations and reduce taxes on corporate America.” Learn more about this candidate.

“A vote for Green Party candidates … sends a message to the District that the public wants to keep our children safe by protecting them from materials containing heavy metals, drugs, and hormones.” Learn more about this candidate.

“I am running because the Democrats and Republicans have failed to do their jobs on behalf of the people of Illinois.” Learn more about this candidate.

“Identifying problems and implementing solutions before they become calamities is what I do.” Learn more about this candidate.

“I am passionate about justice, and spent my life as an honorable public servant whose ethics have never been compromised.” Learn more about this candidate.

“In addition to focusing on growing our economy and ensuring our national security, I am focusing on helping Americans break free from poverty.” Learn more about this candidate.

“I’ve worked all my life to help people reach their full potential.” Learn more about this candidate.

“I firmly believe our best days as a nation are still ahead of us. But only if we join together and find a way to put people first and build the future our children deserve.” Learn more about this candidate.

“As the first urban planner to serve on this board, I will bring a unique background in stormwater management to address our flooding issues.” Learn more about this candidate.

Watch the Oct. 6, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Cubs fans, show us how you celebrate your amazing team! Whether you’ve got shots from Wrigley Field or your neighborhood bar or your cousin’s living room, we’d like to see them.

Watch the Oct. 3, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight." 

Watch the Sept. 29, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

A baby has been born with the DNA of three parents. We hear about the promise the technique offers for avoiding some birth defects, and the ethical concerns it raises.  

The 1960s Chicago filmmaker known as the Godfather of Gore died earlier this week. We look back on the work of this cult figure.

Watch the Sept. 28, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Four parents sued Cook County because their sons were held in juvenile detention for days without a hearing. Now that common practice is changing. Assessing the impact of that move.

Watch the Sept. 27, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

The Chicago Sun-times has a new managing editor. We'll talk with him and the paper's publisher and editor-in-chief about what's ahead for the city's oldest continuously published daily newspaper.  

Watch the Sept. 26, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Watch the Sept. 22, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

We got a flood of reaction to our Tuesday special about solutions to violence in Chicago. Hear what viewers had to say when we read feedback from the "Chicago Tonight" website, and our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Watch the Sept. 21, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Watch the Sept. 19, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

City water bills soar. Sen. Mark Kirk's health report is released. Chicago shooting victims now total 3,000. The Chicago Cubs plan for the playoffs. These stories and more with Joel Weisman and guests.