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Looking for a New Hobby? Just Axe

A Portage Park range takes a whack at bringing axe-throwing to Chicago.

What Does It Cost to Run for Governor in Illinois?

Although the primary isn’t until March 2018, fundraising puts the governor’s race on pace to be one of the most expensive such races in the country’s history. It may even break that record.

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Cook County Assessor Joseph Berrios Grilled on Property Tax System

Is the property tax assessment system in Cook County institutionally racist? Assessor Joseph Berrios addressed that question and others before a packed Cook County Board room on Tuesday. 

July 18, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the July 18, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

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Techniques for Harvesting Your Garden

Summer is in full swing, and the WTTW garden is in full bloom. Lots of vegetables are ready to pick and to eat.

Meet Edwin Eisendrath, the New Chicago Sun-Times CEO

Learn more about the new CEO and the unlikely group that just purchased the beleaguered Chicago Sun-Times.

Dennis Hastert Relocated to Illinois to Serve Remaining Prison Sentence

The disgraced former U.S. House speaker, sentenced last year to 15 months in prison, returns to Chicago to serve the remainder of his sentence.

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Celebrating 30 Years of Art at a Chicago Museum Without Borders

Contemporary art with Mexican roots: Celebrating 30 years at Chicago’s National Museum of Mexican Art.

WTTW’s ‘Weekend in Havana’ a Look Beyond City’s Vintage Glamour

In his new PBS special, Geoffrey Baer is immersed in the city’s vibrant culture—architecture, music, dance and history—with three native Cubans as his guides.

Radio Flyer: Riding and Rolling in Chicago for 100 Years

In 1917, Woodrow Wilson was president. Telegrams were a popular way to communicate across long distances. World War I began. And a Chicago company got its rolling start.

Massive Overhaul in Governor Rauner’s Administration

The exodus continues in Gov. Bruce Rauner's office as old staff members leave and new ones come in. A look at who’s out, and who’s in.

July 17, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the July 17, 2017 episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Rauner Calls on Legislators to Send Him School Funding Bill

Gov. Bruce Rauner insists on removing what he calls a Chicago “bailout” from a state school funding plan.

Superintendents Face Down School Year Without Funding Agreement

Without an agreement, school superintendents across the state are tasked with figuring out how long their schools can stay open this school year. We speak with superintendents from two suburban districts.

Cardinal Blase Cupich Takes on Chicago Violence

Cardinal Blase Cupich talks about a new anti-violence initiative and other issues facing the Catholic Church.