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What Joe Biden’s Transportation Agenda Could Mean For Chicago

On the campaign trail, Joe Biden said he’d expand federal investment in America’s infrastructure and transportation systems, at a time when they desperately need it. But will Biden’s rhetoric turn into concrete action? 

Joe Walsh: ‘We Can’t Normalize’ President Trump’s Behavior

President Donald Trump has aggressively promoted misinformation and disinformation questioning the results of the election, which he lost. Former Illinois U.S. Rep. Joe Walsh, a fierce Trump critic, weighs in.

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Why COVID-19 Is Prompting a Mass Exodus of Women in the Workforce

Since February, nearly 2.2 million women have left the workforce, according to the National Women’s Law Center. What’s behind what some have dubbed the “she-cession” — and what are the long-term implications of the exodus?

Crain’s Headlines: United Trial Could Create Travel Corridor

United Airlines will conduct free, rapid COVID-19 tests on passengers and crew members on select flights between London and New York. Crain’s Chicago Business Editor Ann Dwyer has details.

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November 16, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 16, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

‘Chicago Tonight’ in Your Neighborhood: West Lawn

A 25-minute drive southwest of the Loop, the West Lawn community is home to many essential workers and has one of the highest rates of COVID-19 in the city.

Bears on 3-Game Skid as Offense Fails to Fire

Former Bears offensive lineman James “Big Cat” Williams weighs in on fans rushing the field after a Notre Dame win and the Bears upcoming Monday night game against the Vikings.

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Containing COVID-19: Jails, Prisons Ripe for Spread

Cook County Jail was once the hot spot for the coronavirus, but now the positivity rate is lower there than in Chicago and Cook County. As COVID-19 surges in the community, officials and advocates worry it will reach detainees.

Makaya McCraven Makes International Music in Chicago

Chicago-based drummer and producer Makaya McCraven has been called a beat scientist. Two years ago, his album “Universal Beings” landed on many Top 10 lists for album of the year, so his new project comes with great expectations.

Ask Geoffrey: The Angles, Names and Numbers of Chicago’s Streets

Angles, curves, one ways and dead ends. Chicago’s street system has long been a source of pride for the city’s residents. Geoffrey Baer has more on the history and quirks of the city’s street system.

Biden Moves Forward Without Help from Trump’s Intel Team

As President Donald Trump contests this year’s election results, he has not authorized President-elect Joe Biden to lay eyes on the President’s Daily Brief.

November 12, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 12, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Legislative Lurch: Illinois Lawmakers Won’t Meet Again in 2020

The Illinois legislature is not coming back this year. What does that mean for the Black Lives Matter movement and the state budget?

COVID-19 Pandemic Has Shifted How Veterans Access Health Care

The coronavirus has hit every class of citizen hard, and on this Veterans Day, we look at how it has affected military service members and veterans.

What a Biden Administration Could Mean For Environmental Issues In the Midwest

President-elect Joe Biden has pledged to make combating climate change a central pillar of his administration. And he campaigned on rejoining the Paris Climate Agreement.