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March 25, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the March 25, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Mueller Report Summary Finds No Trump Collusion With Russia

Political fallout over the report’s findings is just beginning. Former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti joins us with legal analysis of the document.

40th Ward Candidate Forum: Incumbent Ald. O’Connor vs. Vasquez

In 2015, 40th Ward Ald. Patrick O’Connor easily won re-election. But the second-longest-serving member of the Chicago City Council is now in one of the most contentious runoff races in the city. He and challenger Andre Vasquez join us.

Landmark Study Offers Data on Pregnancy in State Prisons

About 4 percent of women incarcerated in state prisons across the U.S. were pregnant when they entered jail, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Public Health. 

High School Journalists Go Beyond ‘Senn TV’ with New Stories of Chicago

Chicago high school students, with some guidance from WTTW, recently produced stories showcasing one family’s journey from Bangladesh to Chicago and an open mic event sponsored by Grammy-winning artist Chance the Rapper.

City Beefs Up Pothole-Patching Crews Following Wild Winter

A volatile winter has left the city’s streets cratered with potholes. What the city is doing to patch them up.

Police: Gunman in Officer’s Murder Sought to Kill ‘First Hispanic Man’ He Found

Chicago police say they’re considering hate crime charges against two men charged in the fatal shooting of off-duty Officer John Rivera.

4 in 10 Chicago Parents Don’t Have Paid Leave, Survey Finds

Caring for a sick family member, such as a child, is the top reason why parents take off work, according to a new citywide survey. Yet nearly 40 percent of working parents don’t have paid leave.

Social Security Administration Warning of Phone Impersonation Scheme

While the Social Security Administration may contact people by phone, employees will never threaten a person or a promise Social Security benefit approval in exchange for information, according to the agency.

2 Charged in Fatal Shooting of Off-Duty Chicago Police Officer

Two men are charged with first-degree murder in the weekend slaying of an off-duty Chicago police officer who was repeatedly shot while sitting in a parked car.

New Poll Suggests Lightfoot Poised to Clinch Mayor’s Race

Half of Chicagoans believe the city is “on the wrong track,” according to a new WTTW/Crain’s Temkin/Harris poll, which also indicates that Lori Lightfoot will win the April 2 runoff election to become Chicago’s next mayor.

Web Extra, The Week in Review: $10M NFL Settlement

Eddie Arruza and guests discuss the impact of a reported $10 million settlement between the NFL and former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick and current Carolina Panthers player Eric Reid.

The Week in Review: Lightfoot, Preckwinkle Face Off on WTTW

Mayoral candidates Lori Lightfoot and Toni Preckwinkle continue battling it out to become Chicago’s next mayor. Boeing’s 737 crisis worsens. No sentence change for Jason Van Dyke. And we preview the baseball season.

Black Ensemble Shines Light on Gospel Great Mahalia Jackson

For years now, Jackie Taylor has reminded Black Ensemble audiences that “going to the theater is like to going to church.” In her latest production, this sentiment takes on a decidedly literal meaning.

The Choice for Mayor 2019: A WTTW News Special

On April 2, mayoral contenders Lori Lightfoot and Toni Preckwinkle square off in Chicago’s runoff election. WTTW News brings you in-depth profiles of mayoral candidates Lori Lightfoot and Toni Preckwinkle.

No Decision on R. Kelly’s Dubai Travel Request

An overseas trip by R. Kelly is in limbo after his criminal attorney asked for more time to provide details to the court about concerts the singer wants to perform next month in Dubai.

R. Kelly Defense Emerges, Including Saying Accusers are Lying

Court filings and comments by R.Kelly’s lead attorney after the R&B star was charged in February provide clues about an emerging legal strategy.

Lightfoot, Preckwinkle Clash on Campaign Cash

The back-and-forth over political donations during Thursday’s forum was the latest in a series of contentious public appearances between Chicago mayoral candidates Lori Lightfoot and Toni Preckwinkle.

March 21, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the March 21, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Israel’s Mayumana Puts an Electrified High-Tech Spin on Percussive ‘Stomp!’

“Stomp!” based its show on the notion that you can make a joyful noise with everything from brooms to kitchen sinks. Mayumana builds on that concept with some great bolts of 21st century electrification. 

Mayoral Candidate Forum: Lightfoot vs. Preckwinkle

Mayoral candidates Lori Lightfoot and Toni Preckwinkle join us for a special edition of “Chicago Tonight” moderated by Phil Ponce and featuring a live studio audience. Watch the full video online.

MillerCoors Sues Anheuser-Busch Over Corn Syrup Ads

A fight between beer giants escalated Thursday after MillerCoors filed a lawsuit against Anheuser-Busch that accused its rival of trying to “frighten” consumers into switching to Bud Light with “misleading” Super Bowl ads.

Heat Waves, Heavy Rain, Flooding: Report Details Dangers of Climate Change in Great Lakes Region

A first-of-its-kind report shows how climate change is threatening the Great Lakes, and how their ongoing transformation figures to impact the entire region.

For First Time, FDA Approves Drug for Treating Postpartum Depression

As many as one in seven women experience postpartum depression, which can be life-threatening when severe. But there hasn’t been a treatment specific to the condition – until now.

Illinois State Police Face 2nd Lawsuit Over Aurora Warehouse Shooting

The lawsuit was filed Wednesday by the family of Vincent Juarez, who was a forklift operator at Henry Pratt Co. in Aurora and was killed in the Feb. 15 attack.

Ald. Willie Cochran Pleads Guilty in Federal Corruption Case

Ald. Willie Cochran entered his plea Thursday to one felony count of wire fraud for spending campaign funds on personal purchases, including gambling and his daughter's college tuition.
 

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