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Chicago’s Historic Newberry Library Unveils New Look, Exhibition

As one of Chicago’s oldest and most prestigious institutions unveils a new look, it also looks back at an event that transformed the city.

New Report Highlights Harassment in Illinois Politics

New recommendations for how Illinois campaigns and government offices can eliminate harassment in the workplace. We hear from two of the women behind the report.

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Third Woman Accuses Brett Kavanaugh of Sexual Misconduct

The Supreme Court nominee is strongly denying new accusations of sexually aggressive behavior in high school, calling them “ridiculous and from the Twilight Zone.”

Ask Geoffrey: What’s Up With These Mismatched Tower Toppers?

A viewer wants to know why the towers atop an iconic Chicago skyscraper have changed height. Geoffrey Baer proves himself equal to the task in this encore edition of Ask Geoffrey.

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Sept. 25, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 25, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Should Civilians Have Power to Fire Top Cops?

The Grassroots Alliance for Police Accountability has proposed a seven-member civilian board with the power to hire and fire Chicago’s police superintendent and have final say on police policy. 

Trump Administration Releases New Cybersecurity Strategy

A new cybersecurity plan unveiled last week by the Trump White House indicates that the U.S. could take more aggressive steps to combat foreign hackers. 

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New Book Argues US Foreign Policy is ‘Doomed to Fail’

In “The Great Delusion: Liberal Dreams and International Realities,” professor John J. Mearsheimer argues the broad-reaching foreign policy goals of the U.S. have backfired. 

William J. Kelly Launches Bid for Chicago Mayor

There is one self-identified Republican in the growing field of candidates to be Chicago mayor. We hear his plans for the city.

Singer Paul Marinaro ‘Blessed’ to be Performing in Chicago

One of Chicago’s hottest singers is on the comeback trail following a severe health scare. We catch up with Paul Marinaro at the Green Mill.

Sept. 24, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 24, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Opt-In, Opt-Out: Controversy Over Automatic Voter Registration

Voting rights advocates have accused Secretary of State Jesse White of failing to properly implement Illinois' new automatic voter registration law. 

Plan for National Museum of Gospel Music in Bronzeville Moves Forward

Organizers say they are making progress on a new museum of gospel music planned for the former Pilgrim Baptist Church site in Bronzeville. 

Trump, Rosenstein to Meet After Reports of Deputy AG’s Departure

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will meet with President Donald Trump on Thursday following a series of conflicting reports about Rosenstein’s future leading the Justice Department. 

New Concussion Testing Uses Hearing to Reveal Brain Trauma

Research conducted by auditory neuroscientists at Northwestern University reveals that studying how the brain processes sound could provide an objective way to diagnose concussions.