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Sept. 24, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 24, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Opt-In, Opt-Out: Controversy Over Automatic Voter Registration

Voting rights advocates have accused Secretary of State Jesse White of failing to properly implement Illinois' new automatic voter registration law. 

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Plan for National Museum of Gospel Music in Bronzeville Moves Forward

Organizers say they are making progress on a new museum of gospel music planned for the former Pilgrim Baptist Church site in Bronzeville. 

Trump, Rosenstein to Meet After Reports of Deputy AG’s Departure

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will meet with President Donald Trump on Thursday following a series of conflicting reports about Rosenstein’s future leading the Justice Department. 

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New Concussion Testing Uses Hearing to Reveal Brain Trauma

Research conducted by auditory neuroscientists at Northwestern University reveals that studying how the brain processes sound could provide an objective way to diagnose concussions. 

Fall Gardening Tips From Eliza Fournier of the Chicago Botanic Garden

Cooler weather can present challenges to local gardeners. How to make the most of the season.

Van Dyke Defense Opens with Testimony of Laquan McDonald’s Past

Jason Van Dyke is the one facing murder charges, but his attorneys on Monday painted teen Laquan McDonald as a violent drug user who became aggressive when under the influence of PCP.

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Candidates for Illinois Governor Face Off in First Debate

Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democratic challenger J.B. Pritzker traded barbs Thursday evening in their first matchup heading into the Nov. 6 general election, some 6.5 weeks away.

Toni Preckwinkle Announces Bid for Chicago Mayor

A major new candidate is in the race to replace Rahm Emanuel as mayor of Chicago, but her announcement comes amid controversy over the conduct of one of her top staff members.

Sept. 20, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Sept. 20, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

What Will Be Emanuel’s Architectural and Urban Planning Legacy?

How will Mayor Rahm Emanuel will be remembered when it comes to the city’s built environment? Chicago Tribune architecture critic Blair Kamin weighs in.

Kavanaugh Allegations Ignite Debate Over Decades-Old Claims

With a Supreme Court nominee’s confirmation in question, a nationwide debate has ignited over how much weight should be given to a decades-old allegation.

‘Schoolhouse Gate’ Highlights Supreme Court’s Power Over Schools

As the makeup of the Supreme Court shifts, a timely new book examines how the court has influenced America’s public schools.

Live Bait Shop at Montrose Harbor a Relic of Chicago’s Fishing Heyday

Once upon a time in Chicago, so many people fished to feed their families that there were bait shops up and down the lakefront. The oldest one has been owned by the same family for 60 years.

Embattled US Attorney General Sessions Slams Chicago Police Reform

Speaking before a group of law enforcement officials in Waukegan, the nation’s top law enforcement official pulled no punches when speaking about the police reform process taking place in Chicago.