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Could Another Daley Become Mayor of Chicago?

It’s official: Bill Daley is running for Chicago mayor. The former U.S. Commerce Secretary and White House chief of staff made his candidacy official at 12:01 a.m. Monday. He joins us in discussion.

‘Strange Worlds’ First Solo Show for Late Chicago Artist Todros Geller

Industry in Chicago and old world traditions in a rare show by a 20th century Chicago artist at Spertus Institute. We go for a look.

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Third Coast Festival, a ‘Sundance of Radio,’ Returns for 17th Year

Podcasters and radio producers descend on Chicago for the annual Third Coast International Audio Festival. We get a preview with founder and executive director Johanna Zorn.

Sept. 13, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 13, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

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Recent Police Suicides Prompt Advocates’ Call for Increased Resources

A look at mental health resources available to Chicago police officers following the department’s third suicide in the last two months.

New Home and Vision for Chicago Architecture Foundation

After more than 25 years on Michigan Avenue, the cultural organization has moved into a spectacular new space on East Wacker Drive, expanding its mission and its footprint on the city.

Aretha Franklin’s Chicago-Based Music Director Remembers the Queen of Soul

Meet Fred Nelson III, the Chicago man who performed with Aretha Franklin more than 200 times in the last years of her life.  

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Sweeping Changes for Chicago Police Department Nearly Finalized

A document promised to result in “real and lasting reform” for Chicago police is in the hands of a federal judge. The latest on the consent decree.

Chicago Mayor’s Race: Gutierrez Out, Garcia ‘Taking a Closer Look’

There may soon be tidal waves in the race for Chicago mayor, should Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle run, or should County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia take a second shot at the city’s top job.

Sept. 12, 2018 - Full Show

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

‘Peacebook’ Festival 2018 Gets Assist from the Wu Tang Clan

Tap, rap, and a whole lot more when Collaboraction’s performance festival visits the West Side.

The New Techniques (and Big Money) Behind Political Ads

Campaigns are buying TV ads, web banners, and producing a wealth of videos for social media, and they’re using technology to target voting blocs with ever-increasing precision.

Apple Unveils New Phones and Watches

Longtime Apple watcher and former Chicago Sun-Times columnist Andy Ihnatko weighs in on the tech giant’s newest offerings.

Nearly 20 Years Later, ‘Cha-Cha Slide’ Still Gets People Moving

Meet the South Side native whose line dance became a worldwide phenomenon.

Ask Geoffrey: The Independent Order of Odd Fellows

A viewer spots a Blue Island building with an image of three chain links on its facade. Geoffrey Baer has the scoop on the odd fellows behind that insignia in this encore edition of Ask Geoffrey.