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Stan Mikita, Chicago Blackhawks Legend, Dies at 78

The Chicago Blackhawks legend played 22 seasons with the team, and is the franchise leader in assists, points and games played. He died Tuesday.

Obama Foundation Construction Draws Community Ire

Some community groups are speaking out after construction equipment was seen removing trees and digging up the field on the southern end of Jackson Park. 

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Russian-Backed Hackers Infiltrating US Power Grid

The Department of Homeland Security recently announced that Russian-backed hackers have infiltrated the control rooms of hundreds of utility companies across the country.

Blair Kamin on NU Athletic Center, Jeanne Gang Apartment Tower

We take an inside look at Northwestern University's new $270 million athletic center and Jeanne Gang’s new environmentally conscious apartment tower in Hyde Park.

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Despite Judge’s Ban, 3D Gun Blueprints Already Available

A judge blocks the release of blueprints for 3D printed guns. Is it reasonable regulation, or a violation of the First Amendment?

WBEZ: Madigan, Party Defensive After Volunteer Charged with Murder

Michael Madigan and his political organization are under fire once again. This time, it involves a volunteer who has been charged with murder. We go inside the WBEZ investigation.

Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art ‘Lions’ Exhibit Taps into Its Roots

Inside a new exhibition that looks at the art and legacy of the founding fathers of the museum.

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Joel Weisman Throws Out 1st Pitch at White Sox vs. Yankees on Monday

After more than six months of anticipation, the former “Week in Review” host throws out the ceremonial first pitch as the White Sox took on the New York Yankees.

Aug. 6, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 6, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

3 Years After Tragedy, Mother Motivated to Strengthen ‘Annie’s Law’

A change in state law will ensure first responders are equipped with EpiPens. Meet the mother of the girl who inspired the legislation.

Mayor, Police Department Ask for Community Help After Deadliest Weekend of 2018

After Chicago’s most violent weekend of the year, city officials and community activists try to identify what sparked the rash of shootings and homicides.

Rediscovering Influential Chicago Artist Charles White at the Art Institute

On the 100th anniversary of his birth, Charles White is being recognized with the first major retrospective of his work since 1982. 

Trump Amps Up Assault on Media, the ‘Enemy of the People’

Ivanka Trump splits with her father over his attack on journalists. Is the president’s rhetoric increasingly dangerous?

Chicago Communities Push to Reopen, Fund Public Mental Health Clinic

Behind the ballot referendum to restore public mental health care in Logan Square, Hermosa and Avondale.

Chicago Proposes 3 New Dog Parks on South Side

Chicago purports to be a dog-friendly city, but when it comes to dog parks, there is a huge discrepancy between the city’s North and South sides. What one dog-lover is doing to change that.