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Freedom of Expression and Education
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Celebrating Chicago’s Champions
City Honors Jackie Robinson West All-Stars
The U.S. Little League World Series champs, Chicago's Jackie Robinson West All-Stars, return home to a hero's welcome. Paris Schutz has all the details.
Quinn Vetoes Ride-Sharing Legislation
This morning, Gov. Pat Quinn invoked the home rule principle when vetoing HB 4075, a bill that would have set standards and regulations for the commercial ride-sharing industry.
Freedom of Expression and Education
Discussing U of I’s Job Revocation, the First Amendment
After being offered a tenured teaching position at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Steven Salaita quit his job at Virginia Tech. U of I revoked its offer, and many believe it’s due to Salaita’s criticism of Israel on Twitter.
Roberto Clemente Remembered
Musical Celebrates Life of Baseball Icon
Roberto Clemente is back in Chicago: a new musical celebrates his life.
Architecture Upswing Hits Chicago
As construction in urban areas picks up, the Chicago Loop feels the momentum. The old Chicago Motor Club building may be converted into a hotel soon while the Thompson Center waits its turn for a facelift.
Cardinal George Enrolls in Clinical Research Trial
Chicago Cardinal Francis George will participate in a clinical research trial at the University of Chicago Medicine to treat his cancer.
Web Extra: The Week in Review: 8/22
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists breakdown the Chicago mayoral race, and debate whether Karen Lewis will actually throw her hat in the ring. Also, they discuss the likelihood of having two political newcomers – Lewis and Bruce Rauner – both being elected.
Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 8/22
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss this week’s headlines.
Settlement Reached with Bank of America
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan announces a $300 million settlement related to the foreclosure crisis, much of that will go into the state's beleaguered pension system. It's part of a record national $17 billion settlement with Bank of America. Paris Schutz has the latest.
Jane Lynch
We catch up with Chicago native actor and comedian Jane Lynch, who just won another Emmy Award.
Old St. Pat's Church
Documentary Shines Light on Revival of Church
A new documentary tells how a struggling Chicago church reinvented itself and revitalized a declining neighborhood.
Gubernatorial Race Heats Up
Candidates Announce Debate Schedules
Republican candidate for governor Bruce Rauner agrees to a series of debates with Gov. Pat Quinn. But why is the Quinn camp calling Rauner’s debate schedule "phony" and "concocted?" Paris Schutz has the latest.
John Dean on the Watergate Cover-up
Former White House counsel John Dean talks about the Watergate cover-up, that missing 18 and a half minutes of tape, and what the president knew and when he knew it.
Viewer Feedback: 8/20
Remembering Robin Williams
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Update on State's Medical Cannabis Program
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ Medical Cannabis program. On Wednesday, Aug. 20, state officials will hold a question and answer session for potential patients, growers, and sellers of medical marijuana.
Ash-har Quraishi on the Situation in Ferguson
We talk with an Al Jazeera correspondent about being on the ground in Ferguson and the impact police presence is having on protesters and the press.
John Dean on ‘The Nixon Defense’
Forty years ago, President Richard Nixon resigned his presidency following the Watergate scandal. We talk to Nixon's legal counsel John Dean, described by the FBI as "the master manipulator of the cover-up."
New Study Addresses Perceptions of Police
The Black Youth Project at the University of Chicago released a report Friday, Aug. 15 detailing the lack of trust in the police and legal system.
Elected School Boards
It will be a hot issue in the upcoming mayoral campaign—an elected school board. Chicago Students Union will march in favor of an elected board in a rally. We discuss the growing debate on Chicago Tonight.
Local Chef Wins ‘Hell’s Kitchen’
We meet the Loyola University chef and "Hell's Kitchen" winner who will be leaving for Las Vegas to work in Gordon Ramsay's restaurant.
Viewer Feedback: 8/18
Genetically Modified Foods
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Web Extra: The Week in Review: 8/15
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss comedian Robin Williams' suicide, and how his battle with depression could impact the national conversation on mental illness.
Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 8/15
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss this week’s headlines.
Rooftop Owners Sue City to Block Wrigley Renovations
Owners of eight rooftop clubs across the street from Wrigley Field filed a lawsuit today to block the Chicago Cubs renovation and expansion plans of Wrigley Field.
Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair
Carol Marin reports on GOP Day at the State Fair in Springfield.
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