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A World of Art This Weekend at Expo Chicago 2017

Contemporary artwork is in the spotlight. We get a behind-the-scenes preview of Expo Chicago, the citywide art show at Navy Pier and other city destinations.

Chicago Shop Plays Key Role in Keeping World’s Ensembles in Tune

Chicago Tonight visits a little shop in Chicago for a look at how to rejuvenate pitched percussion instruments – and gets a history lesson in concert tuning.

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How Arrupe College is Reinventing Higher Education

In 2015, Loyola University Chicago started a two-year college to provide high-quality education to low-income students. Now the school has graduated its first class of students.

Jim Tilmon a Pilot and Pioneer Who ‘Just Wanted to Fly’

He has worn many hats throughout his extraordinary life. The Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and weatherman talks about his long and storied career.

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Cook County Board to Consider Repeal of Soda Tax

Is the Cook County sweetened beverage tax about to fizzle out?

Sept. 12, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 12, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

US Economy Grows, but Uncertainty Clouds Federal Reserve

Median incomes in America are on the rise. What will be the response of a Federal Reserve Board with vacancies?

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Chicago Shop Plays Key Role in Keeping World’s Ensembles in Tune

We visit a little shop in Chicago for a look at how to rejuvenate pitched percussion instruments – and get a history lesson in concert tuning.

Documentary Spotlights Only Bank ‘Small Enough to Jail’

A new episode of “Frontline” shines a light on the little-known story of the only U.S. bank to be prosecuted in the fallout of the 2008 financial crisis. We speak with the director and producer of “Abacus: Small Enough to Jail.”

Equifax Data Breach: How to Protect Yourself

Of Illinois’ 12.8 million residents, an estimated 5.4 million may have been impacted by the Equifax data breach. We review what you can do to protect yourself from potential identity fraud.

Sept. 11, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 11, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Florida Reels as Irma Continues Its Path North

Hurricane Irma leaves behind storm surge flooding, widespread power outages and serious damage to property. We get an update from Florida.

Mayor Promotes Partnership with Israel on Clean Water Technology

Mayor Rahm Emanuel is leading a huge delegation in Israel on Monday evening. He tells us why.

Climate Change and Infrastructure Failings in Extreme Weather

What part – if any – does global warming play in the intensity of hurricanes? And what infrastructure failures contribute to the utter loss and destruction during extreme weather?

Al Gini on ‘The Importance of Being Funny’

A great joke can make you laugh, but can it also help you face life’s mysteries? A new book makes the case that jokes not only delight us, but help us approach difficult subject matter.