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Census 2020: Illinois Joins Suit to Block Citizenship Question

Why the 2020 census could include a question about citizenship – and why there’s a legal effort to block it.

Lockers for Homeless Youth Meet Critical Needs

How a simple storage system is proving to be so much more for homeless youth trying to unlock a brighter future.

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Aug. 8, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 8, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

As City Adds Cops, Communities Call for More Comprehensive Solution to Violence

City officials may have some thoughts about solving violence in Chicago, but not everyone’s on board. What some community members have to say. 

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Banning Alex Jones: A Dangerous Move for Free Speech?

Controversial conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has been banned by several social media platforms. Were they within their their rights, or is this censorship?

Why Chicago Heating Bills Could Soar This Winter

An alderman is raising the alarm on the skyrocketing cost of natural gas prices in the city. 

Astronomers Detect Mysterious Signal From Space

A revolutionary new telescope detects a mysterious signal, and why sleeping with the light on could increase your risk for diabetes. Rabiah Mayas joins us with stories making headlines in the world of science.

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Ask Geoffrey: The Wild West History of Chicago’s Public Street Signs

Geoffrey Baer brings us the history of the Chicago Motor Club and its bygone penchant for posting traffic signs in the public way in this encore edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Aug. 7, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 7, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

IIT Construction Unearths ‘Mecca’ of Chicago History

Construction on the Illinois Institute of Technology campus recently exposed a slice of Chicago’s buried past.

Stan Mikita, Chicago Blackhawks Legend, Dies at 78

The Chicago Blackhawks legend played 22 seasons with the team, and is the franchise leader in assists, points and games played. He died Tuesday.

Obama Foundation Construction Draws Community Ire

Some community groups are speaking out after construction equipment was seen removing trees and digging up the field on the southern end of Jackson Park. 

Russian-Backed Hackers Infiltrating US Power Grid

The Department of Homeland Security recently announced that Russian-backed hackers have infiltrated the control rooms of hundreds of utility companies across the country.

Blair Kamin on NU Athletic Center, Jeanne Gang Apartment Tower

We take an inside look at Northwestern University's new $270 million athletic center and Jeanne Gang’s new environmentally conscious apartment tower in Hyde Park.

Despite Judge’s Ban, 3D Gun Blueprints Already Available

A judge blocks the release of blueprints for 3D printed guns. Is it reasonable regulation, or a violation of the First Amendment?