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Northwestern Project to Study What Local News Readers Want

With local news facing staff cuts and shrinking content, can a new project at Northwestern University be the lifeline it needs?

Illinois’ Budget Impasse Leads to ‘Out of Control’ Interest Payments

Illinois may have a budget (for another few months anyway), but the two-year stalemate continues to put a drag on the state’s finances.

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Ja’Mal Green: 22-Year-Old Activist Sets Sights on City Hall

The community organizer and entrepreneur is making history as the youngest candidate to run for mayor. A conversation with Ja’Mal Green.

State Sen. Sam McCann Challenging Primary Winners in Governor’s Race

There’s a new candidate in the race for governor. A conversation with state Sen. Sam McCann.

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‘The Fox Hunt’ a Story of 4 Strangers, 3 Faiths and 1 Remarkable Escape

A refugee’s harrowing escape from war-torn Yemen is also a remarkable story of interfaith cooperation.  

Chicago-Style Magic Reappears in Andersonville

Chicago has a style of magic? It does. We check out a North Side lounge that aims to recreate the spirit of Chicago-style close-up magic.

Michael Madigan Wins 6th Term as Head of Illinois’ Democratic Party

He first became head of the Democratic Party of Illinois in 1998. Despite his longevity, House Speaker Michael Madigan isn’t a beloved figure.

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April 23, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the April 20, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Downtown to O’Hare in 32 Minutes: On Board a Little-Used Metra Line

While talk of building a new express train to O’Hare heats up, we explore a little-known line that already goes there.

Chicago Cellist Ifetayo Ali-Landing, 15, Makes Symphony Center Debut

The young musician joins us in conversation and performance ahead of her Chicago professional debut with the Chicago Sinfonietta next month. 

Russians Hacking Routers in the US and UK, Officials Warn

Government officials from the U.S. and the United Kingdom warn that Russian hackers are targeting consumer and business routers. How to protect your devices.

Dorothy Brown Announces 2nd Bid for Chicago Mayor

The Cook County circuit court clerk talks about her surprise run for mayor of Chicago.

Adler to Honor NASA Volcanologist With Women in Space Science Award

A conversation with NASA research scientist Rosaly Lopes, who will be recognized this week at an event celebrating women in space science. 

April 19, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the April 19, 2018 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Parkland Shooting Survivor Wants Fresh Focus on ‘Never Again’ Movement

May-Ling Ho-Shing is a survivor of the Feb. 14 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. The 17-year-old shared a message Thursday with students at Thornwood High School in South Holland.