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, 2019 Can – and Should – Chicago Take Over ComEd’s Infrastructure? For years, ComEd has had control of Chicago’s power supply. Now, nearly two dozen aldermen want to take a closer look at a possible public takeover of the utility. A look at the pros and cons of a takeover. Jul 30, 2019 Eve L. Ewing Explores Race Riots in New Poetry Collection ‘1919’ A new book by local poet and sociologist Eve L. Ewing investigates the legacy of the 1919 Chicago race riots through poetry, blending verse with historical text and archival photos. 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 30, 2019 July 30, 2019 - Full Show Watch the July 30, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.” Jul 30, 2019 Report: Incarceration Rates Drop Nearly 20% Under Kim Foxx A new report analyzes the prosecution practices and case settlements under Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx. Among the findings: The number of sentences involving prison time fell “significantly” in 2018. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Jul 29, 2019 For 20 Years, Music Center a ‘Beacon of Hope’ on Chicago’s West Side A Chicago youth orchestra is playing tribute to some of the greats in a summer music concert series. We catch up with the Chicago West Community Music Center. Jul 29, 2019 Planned Parenthood on Abortion Access, Reproductive Health Care Jennifer Welch, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Illinois, discusses the impact of new federal restrictions on reproductive health care. Jul 29, 2019 What to Watch for in Next Round of Democratic Presidential Debates This week, 20 Democratic hopefuls again take the stage to debate the issues currently at the forefront of the 2020 presidential election. Jason DeSanto of Northwestern University previews the event. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Jul 29, 2019 Rep. Krishnamoorthi on Mueller, Trump and Impeachment Last week, former special counsel Robert Mueller testified before Congress. U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi was there to question Mueller, and now he joins us in conversation. Jul 29, 2019 Harvest Time for Onions, Garlic – and Dandelions Jeanne Nolan shows us how to harvest red onions, garlic, scallions and edible weeds from our organic garden at WTTW. Jul 29, 2019 Electric Scooters in Chicago: Are They Here to Stay? Chicago’s pilot program to allow electric scooters on city streets is proving popular – at least with scooter users. We check in on the four-month program. Jul 29, 2019 July 29, 2019 - Full Show Watch the July 29, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.” Jul 25, 2019 Mayor Lightfoot ‘Concerned’ About Feasibility of Chicago Casino As part of a wide-ranging discussion on “Chicago Tonight,” Mayor Lori Lightfoot says she will be seeking public input on possible locations for a Chicago casino. Jul 25, 2019 Teatro ZinZanni Brings Vegas-Style Vaudeville Show to Chicago Loop A Chicago couple is part of an international team bringing a flashy new take on “dinner and a show” to local audiences. Meet the stars of Teatro ZinZanni. Jul 25, 2019 University Presidents Welcome Illinois Budget Boost A two-year budget impasse had many college students fleeing Illinois. Will a boost in funding now help persuade them to stay? Jul 25, 2019 Deep Frydays: Saganaki Saga Midwesterners could be forgiven for thinking that Wisconsin has a lock on all things cheese. But in Chicago, we’ve managed to one-up our neighbors to the north: we set it on fire. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
