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Nov. 20, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 20, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Trump Declares Support for Saudis Despite Khashoggi Murder

President Donald Trump says the U.S. stands with Saudi Arabia despite the murder of a Washington Post journalist by agents of the Saudi regime.

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Running and Life Lessons with ‘Wait, Wait’ Host Peter Sagal

You may know him as the funny and irreverent host of NPR’s “Wait, Wait … Don’t Tell Me!” But did you know Peter Sagal is also an avid runner? We get the rundown on “The Incomplete Book of Running.”

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.

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Monsters, Musicals and Must-Sees at the Theater

From monsters and novelists to a depressed construction foreman in Belarus, the Chicago theater scene is as varied as ever. Hedy Weiss joins us with reviews and recommendations.

Ask Geoffrey: What Happened to Andy Frain Ushers?

For many years, sports fans in Chicago were welcomed to games by clean-cut and friendly Andy Frain ushers. The story of the man behind the house of ushers in this encore edition of Ask Geoffrey.

Nov. 19, 2018 - Full Show

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Chris Jones’ Book ‘Rise Up!’ Examines Contemporary American Theater

From “Angels in America” to “Hamilton,” a new book from Chicago Tribune critic Chris Jones looks at the last quarter century of American theater.

Brain Donations Power Groundbreaking Study of Alzheimer’s Disease

An estimated 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and that number is expected to rise. We learn about one of the world’s most comprehensive studies of the disease, taking place right here in Chicago.

New Podcast ‘The City’ Digs Up Dirt on Old Chicago Scandal

We speak with Robin Amer, the creator of a new podcast from USA Today that takes a broad look at the events that led up to the so-called Operation Silver Shovel scandal – and the fallout that continues to this day.

Political, Financial, Housing Issues Face Next Mayor, City Council

City Council overwhelmingly approved a 2019 budget with no major tax or fee increases, but the next mayor and City Council will face rapidly rising city pension obligations and a host of other issues.

The Race Begins: Mayoral, Aldermanic Candidates File to Run for Office

And they’re off. Candidates for Chicago mayor, alderman and other municipal posts made it official on Monday, the first day they were able to file petitions with the Chicago Board of Elections.

Nov. 15, 2018 - Full Show

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What Social Media Posts Can Tell Us about Gang Violence

Gang violence in Chicago has been researched, debated and battled for years. What role might artificial intelligence play in preventing violence?

Illinois Rolls Out New Savings Program for Workers Without Retirement Plans

We learn about a new state-sponsored savings program aimed at more than one million Illinois workers not already covered by a retirement plan.