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AbbVie Acquires Shire, Tax Breaks
AbbVie, the research arm of Abbott Laboratories, bought the Dublin-based Shire pharmaceutical company last Friday for nearly $55 billion. We break down the economic impact this move will have on Chicago.
President Obama Signs LGBT Non-Discrimination Order
President Obama signed an executive order that protects workers for the federal government and workers of federal contractors from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. We take a look at the order and its impact.
The Failure of Mandated Disclosure
Ever click "I agree" before reading the disclosure? Omri Ben-Shahar speaks with us about his book focused on the purpose and shortcomings of mandated disclosures.
J.C. Brooks "Howls" at Chicago's Music Scene
We visit Chicago soul band J.C. Brooks and the Uptown Sound.
University Offers Video Game Scholarships
Robert Morris University is the first college to offer scholarships for the best gamers to play the popular online game “League of Legends.”
“Emotionally, I feel…”
One Summer Chicago provides teens with summer jobs. Learn about one participating organization whose founder hopes the program will help curb violence.
Hebru Brantley Statues Vandalized
The Chicago Park District revealed Sunday “The Watch” by local artist Hebru Brantley had been vanalized. Revisit our conversation with Brantley on "The Watch" in a web extra video.
Fate of Term Limits Initiative
Is an initiative backed by Bruce Rauner to institute term limits on lawmakers all but dead? Paris Schutz has the latest.
Suspicious Spikes in Red Light Tickets
The Chicago Tribune uncovers a disturbing and inexplicable spike in red light camera tickets around Chicago.
Jeanne Nolan Talks Garden Tips
Jeanne Nolan stops by our studio to talk about our organic vegetable garden and how this summer’s unusual weather has affected gardens.
The Business of Beer
The new Lagunitas brewery and tap room in Douglas Park is up and running but founder and Chicago native Tony Magee is always looking to expand. We chat with Magee about his company, business philosophy and plans for the future.
Viewer Feedback: 7/21
Navy Pier Gets $20 Million Donation
We share what you had to say about recent stories when read some of our viewer feedback.
Taking a Swing at the New Steppenwolf Show
Can a Raunchy Sex Satire Be Both “Funny and Never Dull” AND “Smug and Vacuous?”
“The Qualms” is the foul-mouthed new play from Pulitzer Prize-winner Bruce Norris (“Clybourne Park”).
Weekend Events Around Town: 7/18-7/20
An art campaign, Chinatown fair and play featuring Sandra Oh; Chicago Tonight knows what’s going on this weekend.
Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review: 7/18
Joel Weisman and his panel of journalists discuss this week's headlines.
Malaysia Airlines Plane Crashes in Ukraine
A Malaysia Airlines plane crashes in the politically heated Ukrainian territory. Was it an accident or terrorism? And could the incident touch off new international tensions.
Conflict in the Middle East Escalates
An escalating war in the Middle East as Israel sends ground forces into Gaza. We discuss the latest conflict with Israel's Consul General in Chicago and a local Palestinian professor.
The Power Lunch
Minority Women Look To Empower Their Careers
Following an appearance on Chicago Tonight, Chicago actress Drew Sidora leads an event geared toward empowering minority female entrepreneurs.
Rauner Unveils Comprehensive Tax Plan
Republican candidate for governor Bruce Rauner comes out with a comprehensive tax plan. Which taxes would go down, which would go up, and how did Gov. Pat Quinn respond?
Chicago’s Office of Inspector General Releases Report
Second Quarter Report Focuses on April 1-June 30
The City of Chicago Office of the Inspector General released its second quarter report for 2014, according to a press release. The report provides a summary of OIG activity from April 1 through June 30, 2014.
Navy Pier Gets $20 Million Donation
The family of local charitable organization, Polk Bros. Foundation earned naming rights to Navy Pier's gateway entrance park following a $20 million grant.
Lurie Garden in Summer
We take a look at the Lurie Garden as Millennium Park celebrates its 10th anniversary.
Viewer Feedback: 7/17
We share what you had to say about recent stories when we read some of our viewer feedback.
Remembering Broadway Icon Elaine Stritch
Broadway icon Elaine Stritch died on Thursday morning at the age of 89. Revisit John Callaway's 2006 conversation with Elaine Stritch.
"And if that 'Mockingbird' Don't Sing...."
Former Trib writer sticks to her story about author of "To Kill a Mockingbird"
Literary battle lines are drawn as Harper Lee denies willingly cooperating with a new book about her. The author begs to differ.
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