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City Finds High Levels of Lead in Water of Some Homes

The mayor’s office seeks to downplay a just-released study that found high levels of lead in nearly 20 percent of city homes that were tested.

Eve Ewing’s Talents Expanding, But CPS Focus Endures

She is a poet, sociologist, podcaster and now comic book writer. Eve Ewing’s list of professional titles keeps growing, but her focus on Chicago Public Schools endures. And her interest is not just academic – it’s personal.

Eve Ewing (Photo by Nolis Anderson)

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Field Museum Begins 3-Year Renovation of Native American Hall

Many of the displays in the museum’s Native American Hall have gone unchanged since the 1950s. Now, Native American scholars and tribal members will work with the museum to better represent these stories.

Field Museum conservation technicians Ellen Jordan and J. Kae Good Bear work on the care of cultural materials in the Regenstein Lab. (© Field Museum, photo by John Weinstein)

Ask Geoffrey: Why Traffic Reports Mention Thorndale

Chicagoans hear about Thorndale Avenue all the time in traffic reports, and a viewer wonders why. Geoffrey Baer speeds by with the story in this encore edition of “Ask Geoffrey.”

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Singer Paul Marinaro ‘Blessed’ to be Performing in Chicago

One of Chicago’s hottest singers is on the comeback trail following a severe health scare. We catch up with Paul Marinaro at the Green Mill.

Long Shot Libertarian Candidate for Governor Short on Cash

U.S. Navy veteran Grayson “Kash” Jackson may be one candidate for governor that few people have heard of. He tells us about his plans to fix the state.

Kash Jackson appears on “Chicago Tonight” on Nov. 1, 2018.

The Choice for Governor: A WTTW News Special

Exclusive, in-depth profiles of the two primary contenders for Illinois governor in 2018: Democratic nominee and Republican incumbent, Gov. Bruce Rauner.

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Oct. 31, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 31, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Obama Center Gets Unanimous City Council Approval to Land in Chicago

Former President Barack Obama on Wednesday thanked Chicago aldermen for their approval of a 99-year land agreement to allow his presidential center to make its home in Jackson Park. But other hurdles remain.

Local Museums Embrace Rich History of Design in Chicago

A look at Chicago’s historical influence on an enduring design style. Plus, overlooked graphic art made by African-American designers.

Wall clock designed by George Stephens and made by the Hammond Clock Company, Chicago, 1938. (Chicago History Museum)

Michael Beschloss Sheds Light on ‘Presidents of War’ in New Book

Presidential historian Michael Beschloss on how U.S. presidents have increasingly usurped the power to go to war.

The Race for Illinois Governor 2018: J.B. Pritzker

From a childhood marked by privilege and tragedy to a life of business success and philanthropy, we bring you an original, in-depth look at the life of Democratic gubernatorial candidate J.B. Pritzker.

J.B. Pritzker wins the Democratic nomination for Illinois governor in the primary election on March 20, 2018. (Chicago Tonight)

Oct. 30, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 30, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Charter School Teachers Vote to Authorize Strike

Several hundred Chicago charter school teachers say they’re willing to walk off the job if they can’t reach a contract agreement with their charter operator, Acero.

Illinois Races Heat Up One Week Ahead of Elections

Lisa Desjardins of the “PBS NewsHour” joins us to discuss how things are looking for candidates in Illinois and other key states, and whether some districts are still expecting a so-called blue wave on Nov. 6.