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Chicago-Area Congressmen Discuss Mueller Report, 2020 Census

U.S. Reps. Danny Davis and Sean Casten join us to discuss the latest headlines out of Washington D.C., including the release of Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s redacted report and the 2020 census. 

Chicago Health Officials Tracking Potentially Deadly Fungus

Cases of Candida auris in Chicago have been treatable with antifungal medications, says the chief medical officer for the city’s Department of Public Health.  

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National Park Photographer Completes His Portfolio with Visit to Indiana Dunes

QT Luong is renowned for his photos of all 60 national parks. Now he's come to photograph our newest national park: the Indiana Dunes. 

New Documentary ‘Boss’ Explores Black Business in America

The PBS film features stories from a number of African-American entrepreneurs, including several Chicagoans who played key roles in various industries, from journalist Ida B. Wells to publisher John H. Johnson. 

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Bob Dylan’s Legendary Electric Guitar on Display in Chicago

The first electric guitar Bob Dylan played live in performance – a legendary instrument which sparked uproar – is on public display at the American Writers Museum. We go for a look.

100 Days In, Gov. Pritkzer’s Biggest Challenges Are Just Ahead

Illinois' new governor cites a list of early accomplishments. But the fate of his biggest plans, including overhauling how the state taxes its residents, is still up in the air.

April 22, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the April 22, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

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Who Might Be Responsible for the Sri Lanka Attacks?

The deadly attacks in Sri Lanka are likely the result of an international terrorist group, says Robert Pape, director of the Chicago Project on Security and Threats at the University of Chicago.

New Research Downplays Importance of Counting Calories for Weight Loss

The idea of the calorie was developed nearly 200 years ago and has proven to be a poor measuring tool for the speed-driven American diet. 

A Look at the Massive ‘One Central’ Development Proposed Near Soldier Field

A new study estimates that the proposed One Central development near Soldier Field would create 210,000 permanent jobs and generate $120 billion in taxes over 40 years. 

Developer Wants Obama Presidential Center to Spur South Side Regeneration

Ghian Foreman, a South Side resident and developer, says the Obama Presidential Center can benefit all residents in Jackson Park and beyond. 

Medal of Honor Recipient on His Path from Bullied Victim to War Hero

Long before becoming a decorated war veteran, Chicago native Allen Lynch was a victim of bullying, which he details in a new autobiography. 

Like a Boss: Hair Care Entrepreneur Shares Experience as a Black Businesswoman

Five years after launching her organic hair-care company with a single product, Monique Rodriguez’s Mielle Organics now has 46 products in more than 100,000 retail stores. 

Illinois Voter Data Hack Part of Mueller Report

After two years of waiting, the Mueller report is now out. And Illinois gets a mention.

‘Cambodian Rock Band’ a Story of Joy, Survival

Rock ‘n’ roll and human survival go hand-in-hand in a new production at Victory Gardens Theater. We meet some of the creative team behind the show.