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Pritzker Expected to Sign Marijuana Legalization Bill Next Week

Recreational marijuana is all but a done deal in Illinois. Late last month, Illinois became the first state in the nation to approve such a measure via a legislative body. On Tuesday, Gov. J.B. Pritzker is expected to make it final.

Lake Michigan Nears Historic Water Levels. What’s Happening, and Why

Lake Michigan water levels are expected to top the record for June, and there’s a chance they could surpass the all-time record set in 1986. We head to the lakefront, and speak with experts.

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Not Just Stonewall: New Show Explores 50 Years of Queer Art

The Stonewall riots in New York City started the modern gay rights movement (at least, they did in the popular imagination). A new exhibition at Wrightwood 659 challenges how we think of Stonewall’s place in history.

June 20, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the June 20, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

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Pilots Criticize Boeing for Mistakes on its Grounded Jet

Airline union leaders and famed former airline pilot Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger say that Boeing made mistakes while developing the 737 Max, and the biggest was not telling anybody about new flight-control software so that pilots could train for it.

Spotlight Politics: Feds Raid Another Longtime Alderman’s Office

Assessing the political fallout from the federal raid of another longtime alderman’s office. Our politics team tackles that and more in our weekly roundtable.

FBI Raids 34th Ward Office of Ald. Carrie Austin

Federal agents have executed a search warrant at the South Side ward office of Chicago Ald. Carrie Austin. A source close to the matter says Austin has been under federal investigation for several years.

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Pritzker Announces Help for Flood-Hit Farmers, Aims for Emergency Declaration

Much of Illinois’ farmland is too wet to seed. Assessing the fallout from excessive rain – and what Gov. J.B. Pritzker plans to do about it.

Question of Balance: Analysts Talk State Budget, Pension Reform

Does Illinois really have a balanced budget? Local analysts weigh in.

Meet the Artist Behind ‘The Obama Paintings’ As They Debut in Chicago

Artist Rob Pruitt created a painting for each of the 2,922 days of Barack Obama’s presidency. His project is now on display in Chicago. 

June 19, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the June 19, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Cancer Diagnosis Leads to Donation of 400 Rare, Valuable Books

In recent years, Bob Connors found a new passion and expertise. Now, he’s offering it to the world.

State Leader Defends Personal Stake in Illinois’ Gambling Industry

A recent investigation revealed that Illinois Senate Minority Leader Bill Brady has a “business interest” in Midwest Electronics Gaming, a prominent video gaming company. On Tuesday, Brady commented on the business.

Illinois’ Gaming Expansion Could Be a Losing Bet for Problem Gamblers

As Illinois prepares to expand gambling to every corner of the state – including slot machines at O’Hare and Midway airports – supporters tout the generation of much-needed revenue to help plug a massive budget deficit. But at what cost?

‘16 Shots’ Documentary Examines Fatal Shooting of Laquan McDonald

The murder of Laquan McDonald and ensuing public outrage in Chicago are the focus of a new documentary on Showtime. We speak with “16 Shots” writer and director Rick Rowley.