Chicago voters aren't just choosing candidates on their election ballots.

Chicago rapper Chief Keef has earned himself a major record contract. Now the South Side native also faces legal challenges. We talk about the 17-year-old's talent and troubles, and what it says about Chicago.

A Chicago Public Schools program that gets students into better colleges and helps them stay there is expanding. Elizabeth Brackett has the story.

The new president of the Field Museum shares his vision for one of the city's cultural icons.

In tonight's Viewer Mail, we have some of your thoughts about our recent Congressional Forums.

Congresswoman Judy Biggert and challenger Bill Foster face-off live in our studios in our 11th District Congressional forum.

Illinois home sales buck the national decline and Chicago-based R.R.

A stunning way to save the old Prentice Women's Hospital from the wrecking ball is proposed by a noted Chicago architect. But the idea is rejected. We find out why.

Teaching sharks to wait their turn for food. We show you some of the pioneering training the Shedd Aquarium is doing to get exotic animals to follow directions.

10th District candidates Congressman Robert Dold and challenger Brad Schneider face-off for the last time before the election live in our studios.

President Obama and Mitt Romney talk foreign policy -- for the most part -- in the final presidential debate. But the two show few differences in their world view. We assess their global perspectives.

A vicious hit can’t stop Jay Cutler and the Bears from winning their fourth straight game.

Tonight is the final presidential debate. With 15 days to go, both campaigns are targeting the undecided voters in swing states.