In the latest in our “A Safer City” series, we meet teens working to change the narrative around gun violence and hear from local organizations empowering youth.
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April 22, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 22, 2024 | WTTW News
How much are taxpayers spending to settle lawsuits alleging police misconduct from the 2020 protests? Safety concerns over a swimming event in the Chicago River. And protesters blocking roadways could soon be charged with a felony.
Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 18, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 18, 2024 | WTTW News
Cook County suburbs have until tomorrow to apply for funds set aside for migrant assistance. Exploring the health impacts of food deserts. And why repairing Chicago sidewalks may not be as straightforward as you think.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, April 17, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 17, 2024 | WTTW News
The history of housing segregation. The latest from today’s Chicago City Council meeting. And a new book on the unraveling of America’s suburbs.
April 16, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 16, 2024 | WTTW News
The divide widens between Chicago’s top cop and the agency investigating police misconduct. A new WTTW documentary explores “Chicago Mysteries.” And what you need to know about the upcoming cicada invasion.
April 15, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 15, 2024 | WTTW News
The chief medical examiner on supporting the loved ones of missing persons. Navigating neuro-divergence and the path to a diagnosis. And exploring Chicago’s gospel music history.
Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 11, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 11, 2024 | WTTW News
Johnson is preparing to call on City Council for additional funds for migrant care. What’s behind increasing suicide rates among Black and Latino Chicagoans. And grab your popcorn — the Chicago Latino Film Festival kicks off today.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, April 10, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 10, 2024 | WTTW News
A look at when Chicago police officers are allowed to use force. And community reaction to the police killing of Dexter Reed following the release of graphic body camera footage.
April 9, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 9, 2024 | WTTW News
Police body camera footage is released in the fatal shooting of 26-year-old Dexter Reed. We hear from Reed’s family and the head of the police oversight agency.
April 8, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 8, 2024 | WTTW News
Crowds gather across the country for the celestial show of the year. And how to have conversations across political divides.
Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough Dies at 73
Apr 8, 2024 | WTTW News
Yarbrough was elected as clerk in 2018 and previously served as a state representative and Cook County’s recorder of deeds.
Watch Live: NASA Livestream of Solar Eclipse Sweeping Across the US
Apr 8, 2024 | WTTW News
A total solar eclipse is set to move across the United States Monday afternoon with the path of totality sweeping from Texas up to Maine. Watch as it unfolds with NASA scientists.
Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, April 4, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 4, 2024 | WTTW News
What Chicago is doing to combat a spike in measles cases. Everything you need to know about the solar eclipse that’s just days away. And a Venezuelan artist captures his journey to America.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, April 3, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 3, 2024 | WTTW News
Anti-violence programs could be seeing more federal dollars. Exploring country music’s roots in Black culture. And the ex-chair of the state Prisoner Review Board speaks out after a tragic death.
April 2, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 2, 2024 | WTTW News
Johnson makes a change to his administration. A meeting of two WWII veterans more than 80 years in the making. And we explore the surge of interest in women’s basketball.
April 1, 2024 - Full Show
Apr 1, 2024 | WTTW News
An alderman faces backlash for appearing at a rally where an American flag was burned. A look at the CTA’s reliance on overtime — and years of incorrect records. And a new book on the Lightfoot years.
Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, March 28, 2024 - Full Show
Mar 28, 2024 | WTTW News
An effort to require the mayor’s office to publicly track how many migrants are evicted from Chicago shelters. A new poll shows Donald Trump’s support is growing among Latino voters. And exploring the role the Spanish language plays in Latino culture.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, March 27, 2024 - Full Show
Mar 27, 2024 | WTTW News
Gentrification concerns in South Shore as Obama Presidential Center construction continues. Efforts to increase access to sickle cell disease treatment. And a new book celebrates Black Chicago’s influence.
March 26, 2024 - Full Show
Mar 26, 2024 | WTTW News
Abortion access is once again before the U.S. Supreme Court. Still no winner in the Democratic primary for Cook County state’s attorney. And Illinois voters consider ranked choice voting.
March 25, 2024 - Full Show
Mar 25, 2024 | WTTW News
After the killing of 11-year-old Jayden Perkins, a conversation about domestic violence. And controversy over demolishing aging Illinois prisons.
Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, March 21, 2024 - Full Show
Mar 21, 2024 | WTTW News
A look at Latino representation in government and the courts. The latest on evictions at Chicago migrant shelters. And a body-inclusive dance studio.
Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, March 20, 2024 - Full Show
Mar 20, 2024 | WTTW News
Mayor Brandon Johnson doubles down on his progressive agenda. What’s next for the Bring Chicago Home campaign. And a peek at Steppenwolf’s new show before it’s even finished.
March 19, 2024 - Full Show, 10 p.m.
Mar 19, 2024 | WTTW News
The polls are closed, and a number of Illinois primary races have been called. Our Spotlight Politics team analyzes the day’s biggest contests.
Eileen O’Neill Burke in Tight Race With Clayton Harris to Replace Kim Foxx as Cook County’s Top Prosecutor
Mar 19, 2024 | WTTW News
Retired judge Eileen O’Neill Burke is facing off against lobbyist and former prosecutor Clayton Harris as they each vie to become state’s attorney for the nation’s second-largest prosecutor’s office.
March 19, 2024 - Full Show, 5:30 p.m.
Mar 19, 2024 | WTTW News
It’s Election Day in Illinois. We break down what voter turnout looks like and its impact on races. Our Spotlight Politics team analyzes the day’s biggest contests.
Live Illinois Primary Results: President, Congress and Cook County State’s Attorney
Mar 19, 2024 | WTTW News
Live and updating results from the 2024 Illinois primary election.