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Following Verdict, Rev. Marvin Hunter Calls for Change, Healing

Family members of Laquan McDonald on Friday made their way to Grace Memorial Baptist Church on the city’s West Side, where the slain teen’s great-uncle, the Rev. Marvin Hunter, preaches.

Legal Analysis of Van Dyke’s Guilty Verdict

Jason Van Dyke remained expressionless as one guilty verdict after another was read Friday in court. And now, with his bail revoked, he is in jail as a convicted felon.

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Journalists Weigh In On Van Dyke Murder Case, Conviction

The high-profile case and its impact on Chicago: A conversation with journalists Jamie Kalven, Kimberly Egonmwan, Greg Hinz and John Fountain.

Police Union President Defends Van Dyke, Vows Appeal

For years, Chicago’s police union has steadfastly defended Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke. Police union president Kevin Graham joins us with reaction to Friday’s verdict.

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Jason Van Dyke Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder

A 12-person jury has found Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke guilty of second-degree murder for the 2014 shooting death of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald.

Oct. 4, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 4, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Fall Theater Recommendations from Hedy Weiss

Hedy Weiss reviews a provocative new play about sex offenders at Steppenwolf Theatre, plus a new musical based on the movie “Tootsie.”

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Tips for Successful Succession Planting

Organic gardener Jeanne Nolan explains how to manage the arrival of cooler fall weather while still enjoying a bounty of vegetables.

WTTW Launches New Series ‘Art and Design in Chicago’

From TV commercials to a legendary South Side art center, a new four-part series explores the creative movements, people and institutions of Chicago over the last 125 years.

As Jury Deliberates Van Dyke’s Fate, a Closer Look at the Charges

Jason Van Dyke faces 19 counts in the fatal shooting of Laquan McDonald. With jury deliberations underway, we break down the charges, the evidence and closing arguments.

Activist DeRay Mckesson Makes a ‘Case for Hope’ in New Book

We speak with the prominent Black Lives Matter activist about his new memoir, “On the Other Side of Freedom: The Case for Hope.” 

Jury Deliberations Begin in Jason Van Dyke Murder Trial

After nearly three weeks of witness testimony from police officers, medical and law enforcement experts, and police Officer Jason Van Dyke himself, the 12-person jury began deliberations in the high-profile murder case.

Oct. 3, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 3, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Rauner, Pritzker Square Off in Second Illinois Governor Debate

Illinois’ leading candidates for governor had to tackle fresh controversies as they faced off Wednesday night in a one-on-one debate.

New Supreme Court Session Features Gerrymandering, Death Penalty Cases

Although a ninth judge has yet to be confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court, the show must go on. The eight justices returned to the Temple of Justice this week to hear a new set of lawsuits.