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Billionaire Gov.-Elect Pritzker to Take Hands-Off Approach to Wealth

He is currently ranked No. 251 on Forbes’ list of the wealthiest Americans. Gov.-elect J.B. Pritzker will fulfill his campaign pledge to put his assets in what the campaign describes as a blind trust. How it will work.

Unlimited Paid Time Off: Too Good to Be True?

For most of us, the idea of taking as many paid vacation days as we want sounds like a dream. But reviews of unlimited PTO from the rank and file are not all raves.

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Attorneys Dissect Ald. Ed Burke’s Federal Corruption Charge

Two attorneys with experience defending against – and prosecuting – federal corruption charges examine the case against the longtime 14th Ward alderman.

Chicago Attorney Jerry Joyce Talks About His Bid for Mayor

You may have heard his family name in local politics before. Mayoral candidate Jerry Joyce joins us in conversation.

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Spotlight Politics: Mayoral Candidates Scramble Amid Burke Fallout

Defensive words from City Council members who have proposed a flurry of reforms in the wake of the Ald. Ed Burke scandal. Political reporters Carol Marin and Paris Schutz dive into that story and more in this week’s roundtable.

Jan. 9, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 9, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Reporters Without Borders Documents Threats to Journalists Worldwide

2018 was a deadly year for journalists, with more than 50 killed worldwide. We hear from the press freedom group Reporters Without Borders about threats to journalists at home and abroad.  

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Ald. Pat O’Connor on New Finance Committee Role, Burke Scandal

The 40th Ward alderman tells us how he intends to manage the Finance Committee and what City Council may look like in the wake of federal charges against Ald. Ed Burke.

New Class of Illinois Lawmakers Will Face Enduring Challenges

Mounting pension debt, a budget deficit and a backlog of unpaid bills – all effects of Illinois’ budget impasse – will continue to plague not just the state but its incoming governor and newly sworn-in class of legislators.

Remembering Chicago’s ‘Lost Restaurants’

A new book by Chicago-based author Greg Borzo explores the city’s bygone restaurants, from the high-end to the bizarre.

1898 Silent Film Represents Earliest Depiction of On-Screen Black Love

How a recently discovered film shot in Chicago more than 120 years ago still makes a powerful statement – without saying a word.

Jan. 8, 2019 - Full Show

Watch the Jan. 8, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

#DeleteFacebook: Is It Time to Say Farewell to Facebook?

After a year of security breaches, data privacy concerns and political intrusions, some Facebook users are pulling the plug. Should you?

50-Year-Old Housing Discrimination Case Reaches Settlement

A lawsuit against the Chicago Housing Authority is coming to an end. The lead counsel on that case tells us what it’s about – and its impact.

No Signs of Sickout Among Chicago TSA Agents

The federal shutdown is causing a lot of worries among government employees, including TSA agents. How workers in Chicago are reacting.