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What’s the Price Tag of the Government Shutdown? Economists Weigh In

Federal workers are feeling the effects of the government shutdown, but what about everyone else? Local economists weigh in on that and the economic forecast for 2019.

School Discontent Prompts Calls for an Elected School Board

As calls grow for an elected school board, we examine whether more democracy can help bring about better schools.

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Meet New WBEZ ‘Morning Shift’ Host Jenn White

We catch up with Jenn White, who took over hosting duties earlier this month after former “Morning Shift” host Tony Sarabia signed off.

Chicago Plan Commission Unanimously Approves Lincoln Yards Development

The massive plan for a “city within the city” moves one step closer to reality – but residents worry about what the transformation will mean for their communities.

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Art Institute Exhibit Brings ‘Floating World’ to Life

History, beauty and pleasure are on display in the first public showing of a standout collection of Japanese art. 

Released Documents Detail What Feds Sought in Burke Raid

Newly released documents shed light on recent FBI raids of Ald. Ed Burke’s City Hall office and the broader investigation surrounding the longtime 14th Ward alderman.

Spotlight Politics: Solis, Burke Shock Waves Reverberate in Mayor’s Race

How do stunning new developments in an FBI corruption case impact the race for mayor? Political reporters Carol Marin and Paris Schutz dive into that story and more in this week’s roundtable.

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Ald. Ed Burke Faces Challenges in First 14th Ward Forum

Embattled Ald. Ed Burke faces lawyer Jaime Guzman and civil engineer Tanya Patiño in the first public forum of their contest for the 14th Ward seat Burke first won in 1969.

Jan. 23, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 23, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Former Federal Prosecutors Expect More Charges in Burke Probe

A bombshell report about secret recordings of embattled Ald. Ed Burke. We discuss the latest developments in the corruption probe.

Snow Much Fun: Cool Activities for Cold Weather

Why should summer get all the love? We explore the wonderland of winter adventure to be had in Chicago – both indoors and out.

Bringing Hope to Chicago Neighborhoods Through Financial Empowerment

The city treasurer teams up with a national nonprofit to expand financial empowerment centers in Chicago neighborhoods.

Some Aldermen Angered by Report Solis Wore Wire

City Council reacts to a stunning report that longtime Ald. Danny Solis secretly recorded Ald. Ed Burke as part of a federal corruption investigation. 

Surfers on Lake Michigan Battle High Waves, Heavy Winds

Cold and snow sends many of us indoors this time of year, but some adventurous souls welcome nasty weather so they can hit the waves.

Chicago Mayor’s Race Set at 14 Candidates

The field of candidates running for Chicago mayor is narrowed again. A look at who’s out and who’s in for the Feb. 26 election.