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Intraparty Squabbles Mark Races for Illinois Governor, Attorney General

We take a closer look at the race for governor in both parties, and the surprise candidate running for attorney general.

Springfield Lobbyist Accuses State Senator of Sexual Harassment

Lobbyist Denise Rotheimer, who is also running as a Republican for state representative, testified that she was the victim of “mind games” and untoward comments made by state Sen. Ira Silverstein, D-Chicago.

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Tribune Finds Poorer Black, Latino Communities Pay Most for Water

An investigation uncovers a disturbing gap in how much local communities charge their residents for water. We discuss the findings with Chicago Tribune reporters Cecilia Reyes and Ted Gregory.

Former President Obama Kicks Off ‘Big Brainstorming Session’ in Chicago

Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama are back home in Chicago to launch the inaugural Obama Foundation Summit. 

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State Rep. Jeanne Ives Confirms: She’s Running for Governor

Up to this point, it wasn’t certain that a challenger would emerge from the intraparty revolution Gov. Bruce Rauner ignited when he signed an abortion law in late September. There’s no ambiguity now.

Amazon Said to Eye Prescriptions as CVS Reportedly Bids on Aetna

Walgreens and CVS try to fend off competition from Amazon. Reporter Bruce Japsen joins us for a look at possible shifts in the pharmacy business.

Chicago Pastry Chef Awarded France’s Highest Civilian Honor

Words of culinary wisdom from master pastry chef Jacquy Pfeiffer, co-founder of The French Pastry School.

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Oct. 30, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 30, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Chicago Tribune Unearths Forgotten Aerial Footage of Chicago in 1914

The Chicago Tribune published a report Monday on the “rediscovery” of a long-forgotten 35 mm film in the National Archives. The story behind the incredible aerial footage of Chicago shot in August 1914.

Trump’s Former Campaign Chair, Associate Indicted for Money Laundering

Paul Manafort and his longtime associate Rick Gates are indicted on money laundering charges, but the White House says it has nothing to do with President Donald Trump.

Cleanup Continues After ‘Mystery Oil Spill’ on Bubbly Creek

The EPA says the source of an Oct. 26 oil spill remains unknown, but cleanup efforts continue this week along the 1.5-mile stretch of the south fork of the South Branch of the Chicago River.

State Lawmakers Speak Out on Sexual Harassment in Springfield

Lawmakers who signed an open letter describing a culture of sexual harassment and misconduct in Springfield discuss the problem.

On 500th Anniversary, Local Exhibitions Reveal Impact of Reformation

On the 500th anniversary of Martin Luther’s dramatic challenge to the Catholic Church, two local exhibitions reveal the astonishing impact of the Reformation.

Hillary Clinton Visits Chicago Amid Mueller Indictments

At a book signing in Winnetka, the former Democratic presidential candidate was asked for her response to Robert Mueller’s investigation. “I have a great chapter about Russia in here,” she said, holding up her book.

How CPS is Hoping to Bridge Another Achievement Gap

High school students who take advanced classes are more likely to enroll in college. But Chicago Public Schools says that not enough minority students are getting access to this more challenging coursework.