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Dec. 12, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Dec. 12, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

What Route Will Illinois Take on Infrastructure Funding?

In a little more than a month, Illinois will have a new governor. J.B. Pritzker’s plans for his administration – including infrastructure funding – are beginning to take shape.

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Pension Plan: How Mayor Emanuel Hopes to Confront Pension Obligations

Mayor Rahm Emanuel makes a major announcement on addressing the city’s pension crisis. What the plan calls for – and what it means moving forward.

Ask Geoffrey: What Became of Artist Behind These 1970s Murals?

A viewer remembers helping an artist paint vivid rainbow stripes on the walls of Lower Wacker Drive as a teenager, but she can’t recall the artist’s name.

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Dec. 11, 2018 - Full Show

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Public Transit Outlook: Leaders Talk Infrastructure, Funding Needs

Mayor Rahm Emanuel wants a hike in the state gas tax to fund transportation infrastructure. The area’s transit heads give us their reaction and an update on the status of the region’s public transportation.

Year-End Tax Tips as Trump Tax Code Changes Take Effect

As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to get your tax affairs in order. Two local tax experts offer their advice.

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National Safety Council Leader Deborah Hersman Heading to Waymo

For the last four years, Deborah Hersman has led the National Safety Council. Next month, she’ll join Google’s self-driving technology development company, Waymo. Why she’s making the move.

Teaching the Little Rock Nine to Students in Chicago

We speak with Terrence Roberts, a surviving member of the Little Rock Nine, about teaching students to promote equality in their communities.

Mayor Emanuel: Change State Constitution on Pensions

He may be leaving office soon, but Mayor Rahm Emanuel is about to put forward a proposal that’s likely to generate controversy as the race for his successor heats up.

Dec. 10, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Dec. 10, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Charter Strike Over, But Does it Signal Changing Time in Chicago?

About 500 Chicago charter school teachers and 8,000 students were back in the classroom after a historic, nearly weeklong strike came to an end Sunday.

Trump’s Troubles: Prosecutors Detail Illegal Activities in Sentencing Memos

Former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti joins us with insight into the latest legal revelations implicating President Donald Trump of directing criminal activity. 

Madigan-Connected Alderman Responds to Election Fraud Allegations

David Krupa, a 19-year-old aldermanic candidate, alleges election fraud as he tries to take on Ald. Marty Quinn, a top ally of Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, in the 13th Ward.

Model Railroad Club Chugs Along in Chicago for More Than 70 Years

At Clarendon Park in the Uptown neighborhood, a fleet of model trains from multiple places and time periods are chugging through coal country.