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Trump’s Surprising Victory Reverberating Around the World

What will the new world order look like under Donald Trump? Looking at the president-elect and his foreign policy promises.

‘Tattoo’ Exhibit Aims to Create a Lasting Impression

The Field Museum has a new look at tattooing – an age-old tradition that is as popular now as it was millennia ago.

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Cook County Approves Soda Tax

The ordinance passed by a slim 9-8 vote, with Board President Toni Preckwinkle casting the deciding vote.

November 10, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 10, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

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Chicago Composer, Trumpeter Orbert Davis on Cuba, World-Premiere Work

On Friday in Chicago, Orbert Davis presents the world premiere of a composition by one of his young Cuban protégés.

Trump, Obama Meet at White House

It once seemed unthinkable: President Obama and President-elect Trump met at the White House for the first time Thursday. A closer look at the meeting, and what's ahead for Democrats and Republicans.

How Trump Presidency Affects Chicago

As protesters hit the streets Wednesday evening, we assess what Donald Trump’s coming presidency means for Chicago, and why Mayor Rahm Emanuel says he doesn’t expect Trump will punish the city.

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The Economic Impact of a Trump Presidency on US, Global Markets

The outcome of the presidential election sparks a volatile reaction in markets in the U.S. and abroad. What will Trump’s economic impact be nationally and around the globe?

November 9, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 9, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Cook County Voters Choose to Merge Clerk, Recorder of Deeds Offices

Voters have chosen to cut costs by consolidating the Cook County Clerk’s Office with the Cook County Recorder of Deeds in a binding referendum.

What Will a Donald Trump Presidency Look Like?

Will the policies of president-elect Trump mirror some of the controversial and divisive issues he spoke of on the campaign trail?

Winners Schneider, Krishnamoorthi to Bridge Bitter Divide in Washington

Two Illinois Democrats on their way to Washington tell us how they plan to work with a Trump administration.

Power in Springfield Shifts Slightly; ‘Safe Roads’ Amendment Passes

Despite massive amounts of campaign contributions that poured into state House and Senate races this year, Republicans don’t appear to have significantly shifted the balance of power in the Illinois General Assembly. 

Tensions High After Fatal Weekend Shooting in Mount Greenwood

WBEZ reporter Shannon Heffernan joins us with the latest on the fatal police-involved shooting of 25-year-old Joshua Beal.

Madigan vs. Rauner in Battle for Control of Springfield

Races for the Illinois General Assembly and the battle for state comptroller are seen as part of the larger power struggle between House Speaker Michael Madigan and Gov. Bruce Rauner.