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Dark Money at Play as Graduated Income Tax Fight Begins

The fight over Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s proposed graduated income tax is already being influenced by nonprofit groups that are not required to disclose their donors. 

Illinois Joins Lawsuit Against Trump’s Emergency Wall Declaration

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has joined his counterparts in 15 other states in a lawsuit against the Trump administration for declaring a national emergency to build a wall on the southern U.S. border. 

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Chicago Wrestling Coach Pays it Forward While Building a Dynasty

In just a few years, Ron Wilson reintroduced Bowen High School’s wrestling program and turned it into a city and regional powerhouse. Now, Wilson, a special education teacher turned firefighter, continues to lead the Boilermakers. 

Gary Sinise Discusses New Book, Supporting Veterans and Early Steppenwolf Days

Gary Sinise spoke with Chicago Tonight about his new book, “Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service,” his work advocating for veterans and the history of Steppenwolf Theatre. 

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Prosecutor: Jussie Smollett Gave Detailed Instructions for Fake Attack

“Empire” actor Jussie Smollett walked out of the Cook County jail on Thursday about two hours after a hearing in which the judge set his bond at $100,000.

Brookfield Zoo at Forefront of Fight to Save World’s Most Trafficked Animal

Researchers estimate that more than one million pangolins have been taken from the wild over the past decade as demand has soared for their meat and scales. What one local institution is doing to save these scaly anteaters.

Feb. 20, 2019 - Full Show

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Spotlight Politics: Incumbent Aldermen Under Pressure

Six days to go until Chicago’s mayoral and aldermanic elections, and in many races, it’s anybody's guess who will win. Paris Schutz and Carol Marin take us behind the scenes in this week's political roundtable. 

Pritkzer’s ‘Austere’ Budget Relies on Pension Plan, New Taxes

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker unveiled his first budget proposal Wednesday, calling it an “austere” spending plan meant to serve as a “bridge” to future budgets. 

How Did Chicago Mayoral Candidates Perform in TV Forums?

Northwestern University communications professor Jason DeSanto breaks down the performance of Chicago mayoral candidates during a series of televised forums. 

Longtime North Side Electronics Repair Shop Struggling to Stay Afloat

For almost 50 years, 20th Century TV and Stereo has repaired stereos, tape decks, VCRs and more. But the mom-and-pop shop is fighting to remain relevant as technology continues to evolve.  

Officials React to Pritzker’s State Budget Address

State and local politicians and officials weigh in on Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s first state budget address. 

Don’t Want Kids? New Chicago Startup Helps Provide Free Birth Control

A new Chicago startup called Juno4Me connects women with free birth control from reputable health care providers. 

Mayoral Candidate Forum: Chico, Enyia, Ford, Lightfoot, McCarthy

Join us Tuesday at 7 p.m. for our third and final mayoral candidate forum, moderated by Carol Marin. Watch on WTTW11 or live on Facebook and YouTube.

Feb. 19, 2019 - Full Show

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