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August 27, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 27, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Local GOP Lawmakers Praise First Lady’s ‘Home Run’ RNC Speech

The president’s wife and children present the case for their dad’s reelection. Republican state lawmakers share their thoughts about the Republican National Convention so far.

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So You Need to Renew Your Driver’s License …

Even before the pandemic, Illinois Secretary of State offices in Chicago saw long lines as people sought Real IDs ahead of a fall deadline. That deadline and others have been pushed back. Here’s what you need to know.

Emmett Till’s Cousin: ‘65 Years Later and Nothing Really Has Changed’

The painful legacy of Emmett Till seems fresh amid this era of civil unrest. We reflect on his death with Ollie Gordon, Till’s cousin, and Chris Benson, who co-authored an autobiography of Mamie Till-Mobley, Till’s mother.

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State Sen. Bill Brady on Unrest, COVID-19, Mail-In Voting and RNC

As part of our special coverage of the Republican National Convention, we speak with Illinois Senate Republican Leader Bill Brady.

What the City, Park District Are Doing to Shore Up Infrastructure Along Chicago’s Lakefront and Beyond

Chicago is facing a lot of unfunded infrastructure needs in the coming years, according to officials. And it’s not just roads, bridges and streetlights that need work. The city’s lakefront is grappling with another year of high lake levels.

August 26, 2020 - Full Show

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‘Fighting for You’: First Lady Makes Her Case for Trump Vote

First lady Melania Trump offered a polished portrait of Trump’s presidency Tuesday night that was often at odds with the crises, division and unforgiving actions of his administration.

How Race Has Had a Starring Role at Both Party Conventions

We take a closer look at the role race has played in the political conventions — especially at the opening night of the Republican National Convention.

Jeanne Ives Weighs In on Republican Convention, Illinois GOP

As part of our special coverage of the Republican National Convention, we speak with Jeanne Ives, Republican candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 6th District.

How New Delegates are Celebrating the Virtual Republican National Convention

Many Republican delegates will be watching the convention from their couches this week, missing the usual excitement of an in-person event. We check in with two first-time delegates for their impressions so far.

Lawyer: Blake Not Likely to Walk Again After He Was Shot By Police

Jacob Blake, the Black man shot multiple times by police in Wisconsin, is paralyzed, and it would “take a miracle” for him to walk again, his family’s attorney said Tuesday.

Republican Convention Takeaways: All Trump, All The Time

President Donald Trump aggressively asserted control over the Republican National Convention on Monday, overshadowing the prime-time speakers, as he made clear he wants voters to focus on him. 

Regional Census Director: ‘It’s Not Too Late to Participate’ in 2020 Census

Parts of Chicago’s South and West sides are at risk of being significantly undercounted in the 2020 census. We discuss efforts for a complete count with Marilyn Sanders, the Chicago regional director for the U.S. Census Bureau.

August 25, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 25, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”