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) Sep 8, 2016 Harnessing the Power of Big Data in Fight Against Cancer The Cancer Moonshot initiative being led by Vice President Joe Biden aims to accelerate the pace of cancer research and the development of new treatments. We talk to the University of Chicago professor who is a key player in that effort. Sep 8, 2016 ‘Screenwise’ Book Offers Practical Advice for Digital Age of Parenting Technology is creating challenges for today's parents. A local author has advice for how parents can plug into the changing world of social media, apps and the online world. 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 Sep 8, 2016 Cashless Solutions and Service Charges: New Trends in Tipping Some restaurants are moving away from traditional tipping. The practice can be more stable for servers but could also mean less income. We discuss trends in tipping with a Loyola University economist. Sep 7, 2016 Chicago Teachers Union House of Delegates Plans for 2nd Strike Vote The rank-and-file members of the Chicago Teachers Union have already approved a strike, but the union is planning a second vote. Find out why. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Sep 7, 2016 Tribune Tower Redevelopment and the Rise of Vista Tower Architecture critic Blair Kamin on the future redevelopment of the Tribune Tower and the rise of a new Jeanne Gang-designed addition to the Chicago skyline. Sep 7, 2016 Water Tax Hike Alone Won’t Fix Pension Fund Aldermen are set to vote to raise water taxes by 30 percent to fix city pensions. But new analysis shows it won't be nearly enough, and that has some council members saying they were duped by the mayor. Sep 7, 2016 September 7, 2016 - Full Show Watch the Sept. 7, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight." Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Sep 7, 2016 What’s Next for Remap Reform in Illinois? Lawmakers Weigh In Hear from state lawmakers about where remap reform goes after a recent proposal was shot down by a divided Illinois Supreme Court. Sep 7, 2016 Why Thousands of Cook County Residents Pay Zero in Property Taxes Are some wealthy residents of Cook County taking advantage of laws meant for the most vulnerable? We discuss the issue with a Chicago Sun-Times watchdog. Sep 6, 2016 CPS School Year Starts Again Without Teachers Contract For the second year in a row, Chicago Public Schools begins the school year without a teachers contract. Can a deal be struck soon? Sep 6, 2016 September 6, 2016 - Full Show Watch the Sept. 6, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight." Sep 6, 2016 Upcoming Art Auction a ‘Rare Opportunity’ for Collectors A look into the world of art glass paperweights as we preview an upcoming auction from a very famous collection. Sep 6, 2016 CPD Superintendent Eddie Johnson Asks for Help on Violence After another violent holiday weekend, Superintendent Eddie Johnson issues a call for help to community members and African-American lawmakers. What is he asking for, and will it help reverse this year's spike in violence? Sep 6, 2016 Independent Bookstores Wary of Amazon’s Arrival to Chicago Online behemoth Amazon will open a brick-and-mortar bookstore in Lakeview next year. What this could mean for independent bookstores and publishers. Sep 6, 2016 New Book Explores the Rise of Steppenwolf Theatre A new book looks at pivotal moments in the history of Steppenwolf Theatre. We hear from the author and a longtime ensemble member. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
