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February 13, 2017 - Full Show
| WTTW News
Watch the Feb. 13, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."
Immigration Under Trump: Raids and the Future of Executive Order
| Alexandra Silets
What’s been the impact of the immigration raids – and the travel ban – and what’s next?
For Caregivers, Dealing with Dementia Can Be Tough Reality
| Paul Caine
More than 5 million Americans were living with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016. We discuss some of the issues that family and caregivers face.
Immigration Raid Has Chicago Businesses, Residents on Edge
| Paris Schutz
The crackdown on undocumented immigrants has some Chicago residents on edge, while business leaders say it’s impacting the local economy.
‘Passion for French Posters’ on Display at Driehaus Museum
| Eddie Arruza
When fine art and advertising joined forces: We check out a new exhibition of posters from late 19th century France.
How Chicago Police Department Can Address Suicide Rate Among Officers
| Nick Blumberg
The suicide rate among Chicago police officers is reportedly 60 percent higher than the national average. How can the department provide better mental health care?
Viewer Feedback: ‘We’ve Earned this Negative Attention’
| Erica Gunderson
Viewers weighed in on our story about a study looking at the root causes of gun violence. Hear the details when we read feedback from our website and social media accounts.
Chance the Rapper’s 3 Grammy Awards ‘Incredible,’ ‘Unfathomable’
Longtime Family Friends Proud of Rapper’s Success
| Kristen Thometz
The West Chatham native’s historic performance at the Grammy Awards, winning three awards without a record label, was both “incredible” and “unfathomable,” say longtime family friends.
Report: Evictions, Missed Payments Bite into City Budget
| Maya Miller
Sixty-two percent of Chicago families have less than $2,000 in savings, according to a new report. While this type of financial insecurity can lead to unpaid bills and evictions, it can also directly impact city budgets.
How Social Media is Being Used to Prevent Chicago Violence
| Maya Miller
Social media has been criticized for inciting violence, but it can also be used to prevent it. How the public and private sectors are using platforms like Twitter as a “tool” for doing just that.
The Week in Review: Kennedy to Run for Governor
| Nick Blumberg
Chris Kennedy finally announces his run for governor. President Trump again slams Chicago. And the Bears hike ticket prices after a dismal season. These stories and more with Joel Weisman and guests.
Rauner Calls Trump Immigration Ban ‘Overly Broad,’ ‘Rash’
| Matt Masterson
Gov. Bruce Rauner on Friday criticized President Trump’s executive order and discussed ongoing issues with Chicago Public Schools and education funding during an interview on WBEZ.
‘Selfish Joy’ Motivates Local Doctor’s Humanitarian Work
| Kristen Thometz
Meet Dr. Victoria Brander, who has been performing hip and knee replacements in countries around the world for more than a decade.
Republican-Led Congress Hopes for Sweeping Change
| Alexandra Silets
U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger joins Chicago Tonight to discuss the federal appeals court's refusal to reinstate President Trump's travel ban and the Republican agenda.
S.H. Bell: We’re Not Sole Manganese Source on Chicago’s Southeast Side
| Alex Ruppenthal
S.H. Bell Co., a company linked to potential manganese pollution on Chicago’s Far Southeast Side, said Thursday it is not the sole emitter of manganese dust in the area.
Iranian-Born Chicago Artist Reunites with Husband After Travel Ban
| Paris Schutz
After a week of fear and stress, an Iranian-born Chicago artist was finally able to return to the U.S. following a court ruling that put an injunction on the president’s travel ban. Now she is sharing her story.
O’Hare Express Train, United Center L Stop Among Planned City Upgrades
| Evan Garcia
An express train connecting Chicago’s O’Hare Airport to the Loop and a new CTA Green Line station blocks from the United Center are among the mayor’s plans for upgrading the city’s infrastructure.
For Second Time, First Lady’s Nonprofit Sues Governor
| Amanda Vinicky
The early childhood support program run by Diana Rauner, wife of Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner, is once again part of a coalition suing the state to recover money it’s owed.
Chicago Schools Using Books to Fight Bullying
| Matt Masterson
Nearly a quarter billion children experience bullying each year, according to a new report. But some schools across Chicago are using books and discussion to stem the tide of bullying.
10 Things to Do This Weekend: Feb. 9-12
| Maya Miller
Discounted theater tickets, pizza parties and a giant car show and usher in the weekend. Here are 10 things to do in and around Chicago.
Grammy Nominee Robbie Fulks Through the Years on WTTW
| Marc Vitali
The 59th annual Grammy Awards are this Sunday and one of the nominees is Chicago singer-songwriter Robbie Fulks. We revisit our conversation and performance with him.
Chris Kennedy Running for Governor
| Paris Schutz
A new official entrant – with a familiar name – in the race for governor. Why Chris Kennedy says he’s in it to win it this time.
Next Steps in Case Against President’s Immigration Ban
| Nick Blumberg
How a federal appeals court could read the law on the president’s immigration ban.
Blair Kamin Weighs in on $500M Willis Tower Renovation
| Marc Vitali
Big changes are in the works for Willis Tower. Architecture critic Blair Kamin gives us his read on that and the latest on the South Works project.
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