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‘A New Low’: Sen. Durbin on Ukraine Call, Trump Impeachment Inquiry

In a flurry of tweets, President Donald Trump spent the last several days attacking the newly launched impeachment inquiry against him. U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin weighs in on the situation.

Deported Army Veteran from Chicago Returns to United States

Miguel Perez came to the U.S. from Mexico as a child, and served in Afghanistan in the early 2000s. After being deported last year, he was pardoned by Gov. J.B. Pritzker and is now back in Chicago. He joins us in discussion.

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‘Remaking a Life’: New Book Features Chicago Women Living with HIV/AIDS

For more than a decade, Northwestern University professor Celeste Watkins-Hayes documented the lives of more than 100 women living with HIV/AIDS in Chicago and beyond. Now, their stories are featured in a new book.

September 30, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 30, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

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Chicago Teachers Union Members Vote to Authorize Strike

Ninety-four percent of Chicago Teachers Union members voted to authorize a walkout, according to preliminary results announced Thursday night at the CTU headquarters.

Isaiah Collier: An Emerging Chicago Talent in Jazz and Blues

With a new record in the wings – and concerts around the world – one of Chicago’s hidden musical talents is increasingly becoming not so hidden. He recently turned 21 years old – but musically, Isaiah Collier is an old soul. 

Crain’s Headlines: 25 Chicago Restaurants Get Michelin Stars

Michelin, the global fine dining guide, granted its prestigious star awards Thursday to a swath of Chicago restaurants, this year bestowing the honor on 25 local venues. That’s up from 22 last year.

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Whistleblower Gives Democrats a ‘Roadmap’ for Trump Probe

The explosive details of a whistleblower’s complaint against President Donald Trump provided Democrats on Thursday with a roadmap for their impeachment inquiry. We get reaction from Chicago-area congressmen.

September 26, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 26, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Banged-Up Bears Look to Keep Things Rolling Against Vikings

Former Bears offensive lineman James “Big Cat” Williams gives us three key takes on what the Chicago Bears need to do to beat the Minnesota Vikings in week four.

Jacqueline Stewart, TCM’s Newest Host, on Film Preservation, Representation

The Turner Classic Movies series “Silent Sunday Nights” is a celebration of some of the triumphs of early filmmaking, and its new host is a Chicago native whose love of the movies goes all the way back to her childhood.

Bus Driver Fired After Striking Cyclist Was Among Highest-Paid CTA Drivers

A CTA bus operator who was fired after an on-duty accident in which he struck a cyclist was among the highest-paid drivers working for the agency in recent years, according to a WTTW News analysis of CTA employee salaries.

Spotlight Politics: Another Day, Another Politician, Another FBI Raid

Federal agents zero in on another powerful Chicago politician. Our politics team dives into that story and more in our weekly roundtable.

Mobile Museum Stops in Chicago to Preserve Family Histories

The Smithsonian makes a stop in Chicago with its museum on wheels, aiming to bridge the digital divide. We give you a tour.

Why It’s Legal for Police, Divorce Attorneys to Collect I-Pass User Data

Police departments and divorce attorneys are collecting personal data from I-Pass users. WBEZ reporter Tony Arnold tells us how that happens – and why it’s legal.