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White Sox, Cubs Broadcasters Preview Upcoming Season

It might be cold and snowy outside, but pitchers and catchers report Wednesday for their first spring training workouts. We ask White Sox broadcaster Jason Benetti and Cubs broadcaster Len Kasper about the upcoming season.

Attorney General, Special Prosecutors Asking for Review of Jason Van Dyke Sentence

Illinois’ top legal officer and the special prosecutor in charge of the Jason Van Dyke murder trial are challenging the legality of the prison sentence handed down to the former Chicago police officer.

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Local Museums Embrace Rich History of Design in Chicago

A look at Chicago’s historical influence on an enduring design style. Plus, overlooked graphic art made by African-American designers.

Feb. 7, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Feb. 7, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

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‘Missing’ Uptown Chandeliers to Make Their Way Back Home

After decades of neglect and decay, Chicago’s historic Uptown Theater is finally being brought back to life. And some of the original light fixtures – painstakingly restored – will soon make their way back to the 1925 movie palace.

Pritzker Advances Agenda, But Transition Reports Slow to Emerge

When will Gov. J.B. Pritzker release the reports he says will serve as his guides? And why is it taking so long?

Head of Chicago Police Union Sounds Alarm on Consent Decree

Are Chicago police officers ready for the reforms ordered by a new consent decree? We hear from Kevin Graham, president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police.  

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Chicago’s Big-Time Business Club Calls for State Tax Increase

A new report from the Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago recommends a 1-percent increase in the state income tax. 

Mobile Carriers Tout Upcoming 5G Networks. How Fast is That?

Blazing speeds are reportedly coming to your devices with 5G. Chicago Tribune technology reporter Ally Marotti tells us what to expect – and when.

Jazz Enthusiast Brings Passion to New Book ‘The Jazz Alphabet’

We learn the ABCs of jazz with Chicago author and illustrator Neil Shapiro, whose new book is a “work of love” – and an ode to the greats.

Spotlight Politics: More Stories of Aldermen Behaving Badly

Chicago aldermen are caught up in some questionable or unscrupulous behavior, as the campaign for mayor gets down and dirty. Carol Marin, Paris Schutz and Amanda Vinicky have details in this week’s roundtable.

Chicago Police Watchdog: ‘Every Profession’ Has a Code of Silence

There’s been a lot of talk in Chicago about police reform and a police code of silence. Sydney Roberts, the head of the city’s police watchdog agency, weighs in on the newly approved federal consent decree.

Feb. 6, 2019 - Full Show

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Ask Geoffrey: How Does Edens Expressway Stay Billboard-Free?

Most Chicago-area expressways are littered with billboards. How did one expressway escape the same fate? Geoffrey Baer drives by with the answer to that and other viewer questions in this encore edition of “Ask Geoffrey.”

Political Messaging in the Age of Deeply Partisan Politics

The season for political messaging is in swing, but how can politicians – especially those running in highly competitive races for Chicago mayor or alderman – break through?