Stories by Bernie Lubell

Raja Krishnamoorthi’s resume is undeniably impressive. He has degrees in engineering and law from Princeton and Harvard Universities, respectively. Now, he's running for the Democratic nomination for the 8th District against Tammy Duckworth.

After more than two years in the news business, the Chicago News Cooperative is calling it quits -- for now. The CNC's managing editor joins us to talk about whether it has a future.

Was a butcher to blame for a backup in the Chicago River? Geoffrey Baer uncovers some gruesome Bridgeport history in this week's edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Chicago's 5th Annual Restaurant week is in full swing. We tell you what's behind the event, and where you can go for a special meal.

We asked what you thought about Noble Street Charter Schools charging students fines for minor infractions. We hear what some of you had to say in tonight's Viewer Mail. 

Carol Marin and her panel of journalists discuss the week's top headlines.

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

The Chicago Teachers Union slams Chicago Public Schools administrators, and offer their own vision for the school system, including $700 million more in funding. Paris Schutz has the story.

Chicago Public Schools CEO Jean-Claude Brizard joins us to discuss new sick-day policies and more.

We talk to the heads of two security firms about how businesses are being advised to get ready for possible protests during the upcoming G8 and NATO Summits in Chicago.

Chicago-based Boeing gets a record $22 billion order. Kris Kridel of WBBM Newsradio 780 and 105.9FM has that story and more top business headlines.

A barefoot runner makes the case for leaving your shoes at home -- even in the winter.

The Field Museum has a new exhibit, giving visitors a chance to see mummies that have not been viewed by the public for over 100 years. We get a behind-the-scenes look at the exhibit.

A new Chicago Fire Department Fire Commissioner was appointed on Thursday, in the wake of Wednesday’s resignation of current fire commissioner, Robert Hoff.

Downtown building owners meet with local and federal security officials about Chicago G-8/NATO concerns. Paris Schutz has the details.

Expecting a tax refund from the state? Well, a new city ordinance may divert that money to City Hall. We talk with some Chicago aldermen about that, and other developments at today's City Council meeting.

We tell you about an organization that helps low-income residents prepare their tax returns for free.

Are you on Facebook? Twitter? Even if you aren't, more personal information about you is floating around out there than you might possibly imagine. We talk with a Chicago author who says you might be surprised by how much of your privacy you've already lost.

The first exhibit at a new museum in town showcases the visual arts as made by Chicago artists over the past 150 years.

Chicago Tonight presents a 30-minute special after Frontline: The Interrupters airs on our station tonight. Join us at 10:00 pm for a series of three panel discussions moderated by Carol Marin and Phil Ponce, and produced by Emmy winner Jay Shefsky.

Many in Chicago's real estate industry are concerned about security during the G-8/NATO Summits. A conference on Wednesday will bring them together with top security officials, including Police Chief Garry McCarthy and the U.S. Secret Service. Paris Schutz has the story.

Illinois lawmakers are back in Springfield next week. Can they make any headway in reducing the state's huge fiscal problems in this election year? We hear from four lawmakers.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel reacts to charter schools fining students for disciplinary infractions. We talk to the CEO of the Noble Street Charter Schools and a coordinator from a student advocacy group.

Our science guy, Neil Shubin, joins us to talk about sea slug brains, a therapist app for your smartphone and more in Scientific Chicago.

Buying a car can be stressful. Jon Yates, the Chicago Tribune's "Problem Solver," offers car shoppers tips on how to make the experience a little less unnerving.