Shows Chicago Tonight Week in Review SORT Order Oldest FirstNewest First FILTER Date Range Start date End date Category - Any -Arts & EntertainmentBusinessCrime & LawEducationHealthPoliticsScience & NatureSports Keyword(s) Aug 21, 2024 Harris’ Running Mate Tim Walz Introduces Himself to the Nation After Bill Clinton Tears Into Trump Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz accepted his party’s nomination for vice president Wednesday night, using his Democratic National Convention address to thank the packed arena for “bringing the joy” to an election transformed by the elevation of his running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris. Aug 21, 2024 Aug. 21, 2024 - Full Show, 5:30 p.m. We’re at the United Center as VP candidate Tim Walz is set to take the stage on Day 3 of the DNC. Plus, a live report from Union Park as protesters are rallying. Thanks to our sponsors: Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Aug 21, 2024 Buttigieg Says Democrats Need to Keep DNC Momentum Going: ‘American People Agree With Us’ U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg and U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Georgia) on Wednesday stopped by the Illinois delegation breakfast. Aug 21, 2024 Aug. 20, 2024 - Full Show, 10 p.m. Day 2 of the DNC got off to an energetic start with a raucous roll call. Illinois Democrats took center stage with primetime spots. We’re live with reaction and analysis. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Aug 20, 2024 Obamas Close DNC’s Second Night With a Rousing Harris Endorsement and Pointed Warnings About Trump Warning of a difficult fight ahead, former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama on Tuesday called on the nation to embrace Kamala Harris in urgent messages to the Democratic National Convention that were at times both hopeful and combative. Aug 20, 2024 Pritzker Praises Harris, Slams ‘Con Artist’ Trump in DNC Speech Gov. J.B. Pritzker worked hard to bring the Democratic National Convention to Chicago, and Tuesday he got a reward: a primetime speech during the DNC, putting him in the national spotlight for the biggest address of his political career. Aug 20, 2024 Aug. 20, 2024 - Full Show, 5:30 p.m. Former President Obama takes the stage on Night 2 of the Democratic National Convention — 20 years after his debut. Plus, what a Harris victory could mean for Chicago. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Aug 20, 2024 From Coconut Drinks to Cheezborgers, Chicago Businesses Hoping to Capitalize on DNC Crowds Businesses around the United Center are used to serving throngs of customers during game days and concerts, but they’re hoping to score even higher sales with the Democratic National Convention in town. Aug 20, 2024 From Immigration to Infrastructure, What a Harris Victory Could Mean for Chicago The first mayor of a major American city to back her surprise bid for the presidency, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson called Vice President Kamala Harris a “visionary leader” capable of defeating “the threat of another Trump presidency.” Aug 20, 2024 Illinois Democrats Tout Efforts to Protect Abortion Rights, as Push to Amend Constitution Remains in Limbo “As the mother of four daughters that I thought would have more rights than me, not fewer,” Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton said, “I’m devastated to this day that Trump’s Supreme Court found a way to relegate us to second-class citizens.” Aug 20, 2024 Aug. 19, 2024 - Full Show, 10 p.m. It was a passing of the baton as President Joe Biden headlined Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention. We’re live with reaction and analysis to today’s events. Aug 19, 2024 Biden Gets a Rousing Ovation From Democrats as He Gives Harris an Enthusiastic Endorsement President Joe Biden delivered his valedictory address to the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, as his decision to end his reelection bid released newfound energy within his party with Vice President Kamala Harris′ elevation to the top of the ticket. Aug 19, 2024 Aug. 19, 2024 - Full Show, 5:30 p.m. The Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago. We’ll have live coverage inside the United Center and outside with protesters, as well as reaction and analysis to tonight’s speeches. Aug 19, 2024 Thousands of Demonstrators Rally and March to Protest US Aid to Israel; Small Group Breaks Through Fencing Thousands of protesters stretching for several blocks took to the streets on Monday, saying Democrats have no cause to celebrate when tens of thousands of Palestinians are being killed during Israel’s war in Gaza. Aug 19, 2024 On Near West Side, Locals Say DNC Brings Restrictions But Chance to Witness History It’s been a bumpy ride for residents living near the United Center. Ald. Walter Burnett (27th Ward) shared that the neighborhood is no stranger to parking restrictions, especially during game days and events, but said the city’s planning for the DNC has had a lot of moving parts. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
