Shows Chicago Tonight Week in Review SORT Order Oldest First Newest First FILTER Date Range Start date End date Category - Any - Arts & Entertainment Business Crime & Law Education Health Politics Science & Nature Sports Keyword(s) Jul 30, 2026 One Month In, a New State Department Makes Streamlining Access to Early Childhood Programs Its Goal Until recently, these state programs were split across three state agencies and the governor’s office. But since July 1, they’ve all been brought under the umbrella of the new Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC). Jul 30, 2026 July 30, 2026 - Full Show Chicago Board of Education members weigh a budget vote. And what’s behind dozens of fires at a suburban prison facility. Thanks to our sponsors: Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Jul 29, 2026 July 29, 2026 - Full Show Chicago Public Schools leader Macquline King on Thursday's anticipated budget vote. And mayoral candidate Lisa Nee joins us to talk about her campaign as ballot petitions begin. Jul 29, 2026 Chicago Mayoral Candidate Lisa Nee on Affordable Housing, Fiscal Responsibility and Public Safety Chicago’s race for mayor is officially underway as candidates begin collecting signatures this week for a spot on February’s ballot. Former cardiologist Lisa Nee is making the case for her spot through a campaign focused on affordability, safety and fiscal responsibility. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Jul 29, 2026 CPS CEO Macquline King on Revised $10 Billion Budget Proposal, Upcoming Board Vote CPS CEO Macquline King joined “Chicago Tonight” to discuss her revised budget and why she thinks board members should pass it. Jul 29, 2026 Chicago Can’t Keep Trying to Poison Its Way Out of Rat Problem: Watchdog Report Chicago has a rat problem and it isn't likely to improve if the city doesn't come up with a new playbook, according to a just-released analysis by the city's watchdog. Jul 28, 2026 Revised CPS Budget That Removes Furloughs Still a ‘First Draft,’ Says CTU President With a Thursday vote looming on the next Chicago Public Schools budget, a revised proposal from the district looks to avoid furloughs to close its $732 million deficit, but still leaves 1,601 layoffs on the table — including 759 teachers. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Jul 28, 2026 July 28, 2026 - Full Show Cleanup is underway after damaging storms hit the Chicago area. And a contentious budget battle at Chicago Public Schools. The head of the Chicago Teachers Union joins us. Jul 28, 2026 Trump’s 50% Tariffs on Canada Risk Igniting a Fresh Trade War The 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods, including electrical equipment and machinery, are among the steepest tariffs his administration has levied against any country. Jul 27, 2026 July 27, 2026 - Full Show Illinois tolls could be going up. We tell you what you need to know. And no more changing clocks? How a new daylight-saving proposal could impact your daily life. Jul 27, 2026 What Impact Would a Switch to Permanent Daylight Saving Time Have? Earlier this month, the U.S. House voted to end the twice yearly changing of the clocks by passing the Sunshine Protection Act. As the act makes its way to the Senate where it still needs approval, some are voicing concerns Jul 27, 2026 Illinois Tollway Proposes $26.5 Billion Capital Projects Plan, 57% Toll Hike for Illinois Motorists The Illinois Tollway board is considering a 15-year, $26.5 billion construction plan to address deteriorating roads and reduce congestion across the state’s tollway system. Jul 24, 2026 Week in Review: Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands; Congressional Candidates Booted From Ballot Illinois is added to the CDC’s investigation of the cyclosporiasis outbreak. And two congressional candidates are tossed off the ballot in Illinois’ 4th District. Jul 23, 2026 July 23, 2026 - Full Show A new documentary explores the American Dream and what’s happened to it. And a major pickleball tournament comes to the Chicago area. Jul 23, 2026 Major League Pickleball Tournament Comes to Illinois. Meet Chicago’s Pro Team The paddle sport has exploded in popularity in recent years. The Chicago Slice is among several teams competing this week in a four-day Major League Pickleball tournament in suburban Northbrook. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
