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Ask Geoffrey: ‘The Unicorn Song’ and Its Chicago Origins

What does a song about a mythical creature have to do with one of Chicago’s most prolific – and unusual – artists? Geoffrey Baer explains.

Crain’s Headlines: Brookfield Zoo President to Step Down

No departure date has yet been set for Stuart Strahl, who announced to his board of trustees that he is heading for the exit after 17 years at the helm.

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February 6, 2020 - Full Show

Watch the Feb. 6, 2020 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Spotlight Politics: Former State Lawmakers in Trouble

There are more reports of alleged bad behavior involving former state lawmakers. Our politics team digs into that and more in our weekly roundtable.

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‘Sweeping’ TIF Changes … But Are They Enough?

As a candidate, Lori Lightfoot pledged to overhaul the tax increment financing system. On Wednesday, her administration unveiled how it's beginning to make good on that promise. 

Trump Wins Acquittal, But Ukraine Saga Far From Over

A full accounting of President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine, stemming in large part from the foreign policy entanglements pursued by personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, remains unfinished despite Trump’s acquittal Wednesday in the Senate.

Marin Alsop Named Chief Conductor, Curator of Ravinia

Ravinia Festival just announced a major new hire, and she comes with an amazing pedigree: conductor Marin Alsop was mentored by Leonard Bernstein. 

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Lake Michigan’s High Water Level Breaks 30-Year Monthly Record

Last month, Lake Michigan was about 3 inches higher than the previous January record in 1987, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. How the record-setting levels can affect Chicagoans.

‘In The Zone’ Highlights Chicagoan’s Education Efforts at Home and Abroad

A West Side native is lifting kids out of poverty and into better school zones. We meet Terrance Wallace, whose InZone Project is the subject of a 2018 documentary premiering in Chicago this week.

Not Guilty: Senate Acquits Trump of Impeachment Charges

President Donald Trump won impeachment acquittal Wednesday in the U.S. Senate, bringing to a close only the third presidential trial in American history with votes that split the country, tested civic norms and fed the tumultuous 2020 race for the White House.

Chicago Artist Edo Wants to Light Up the World With Color

From clothing to digital art to painting, Chicago artist Edo sees color in all forms. “Color is my thing,” he says. “I want it to light up a room.”

Crain’s Headlines: United Buys Flight School to Tackle Pilot Shortage

The Chicago-based airline says it’s purchasing Westwind School of Aeronautics in Phoenix to tackle a talent pipeline problem that it will face for at least a decade.

February 5, 2020 - Full Show

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US Appeals Court Judge Gives America a Civics Lesson

Meet Judge Douglas Ginsburg, the Chicago native and former Supreme Court nominee who has a new PBS special.

Iowa Caucus Mess Raises New Concerns About Election Security

The long-awaited Iowa caucuses ended in chaos. Citing “inconsistencies” with a new mobile app, Democrats delayed releasing results until Tuesday afternoon. Just how secure are the elections going into the 2020 presidential race?