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Karen Lewis on School Funding Reform, Scholarships and Budgeting

The head of the Chicago Teachers Union joins us with a report on the first day of school.

Maziar Bahari on Education, Journalism and His Imprisonment in Iran

The international reporter talks about making a movie based on his imprisonment in Iran, and his partnership with the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

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Nursing Homes Fight to Block Lawsuits From Residents

A proposed new rule backed by the Trump administration would make it harder for nursing home residents to sue in cases of neglect and abuse. We discuss nursing home residents’ right to sue with the AARP.

Education Overhaul Becomes Law, Scholarship Plan Attracts Scrutiny

At long last, Illinois has tossed its old method of funding schools in exchange for a formula that aims to send more state money to the poorer districts that need it most.

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Aug. 31, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 31, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Gardening in Chicago: How to Maximize the Growing Season

Summer days are drawing to an end, but gardeners looking to maximize the growing season have some options for planting, even as they harvest other crops.

Emanuel’s Top Lawyer Discusses Lawsuit for Chicago Police Reform

Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan sues for federal oversight of Chicago police reform—with the city’s blessing. We discuss the lawsuit.

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John Mahoney, Francis Guinan Talk ‘The Rembrandt’ at Steppenwolf

The veteran actors join us to discuss a new show opening Sept. 7 at Steppenwolf Theatre.

Rick Telander Pledges Brain to Concussion Research

The Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist, a former college football player, joins Carol Marin to discuss football safety, concussions and his recent decision to donate his brain to science.

A Fresh Look at the Colossal Photography Archive at Columbia College

Curators and students at Columbia College Chicago have devised a way to get viewers to reimagine the meaning of a photograph.

Aug. 30, 2017 - Full Show

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Jim Durkin on School Funding Reform and Other Battles

The Illinois House Republican leader speaks with Carol Marin about the school funding compromise and other battles in Springfield.

With Education Funding Reform Comes a Squeeze for Chicago Taxpayers

Exactly how much more money can Chicago homeowners expect to pay to fund Chicago teacher pensions?

Guitar Artistry from Local Masters Fareed Haque and Goran Ivanovic

Two of Chicago’s most celebrated guitar players join us in conversation and performance.

Chicago Booth Review Explores How to Create Middle-Class Jobs

The economy is adding jobs and unemployment is low, yet nearly 15 million Americans are on the hunt for full-time work. We discuss the job market with a Chicago Booth Review editor.