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‘Black Panther’ Breaks Box Office Records, Racial Barriers

The superhero film received critical praise and smashed box office records, but for some, the most notable impact is the emergence of an African-American superhero and lead characters.

Garry McCarthy Mulls Run for Chicago Mayor

Will he or won’t he? Former Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy is sounding more and more like a candidate for mayor. He joins us to discuss his potential run against the man who brought him to Chicago.

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Misty Copeland Shines Light on Diversity in Ballet World and Beyond

Whether she’s on stage or on television, it’s hard to not notice Misty Copeland, the professional ballet dancer making history as the first black woman to be named a principal dancer for the iconic American Ballet Theatre.

2018 Governor’s Race: Democratic Candidates Face High School Students

During a special edition of Chicago Tonight, all six Democratic candidates for governor join us to answer questions from an audience of 50 high school students and discuss issues facing Illinois’ young people. 

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Kimberly Neely DuBuclet: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 2-Year Term

“I am running for this office to bring a voice of environmental conservation and a continued commitment to clean water,” writes Kimberly Neely DuBuclet. Learn more about this candidate.

Rachel Wales: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 2-Year Term

“With climate change creating increased rainfall, the MWRD must approve more innovative green projects to lessen stress placed upon city sewer systems,” writes Rachel Wales. Learn more about this candidate.

Debra Shore: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 6-Year Term

“I’m running for re‐election because the people of Cook County deserve a strong conservation advocate on the Board, because I’ve been able to be an effective leader, and because water matters,” writes Debra Shore. Learn more about this candidate.

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Kari Steele: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 6-Year Term

“I work diligently every day, to protect workers, promote fiscal responsibility and transparency, and ensure we maintain a clean water environment,” writes Kari Steele. Learn more about this candidate.

Martin Durkan: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 6-Year Term

“In me, you will have a dedicated public servant, dedicated to maximizing the value of your tax dollar and ensuring transparency,” writes Martin Durkan. Learn more about this candidate.

Karen Roothaan: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 6-Year Term

“Green Party candidates are calling for enhanced green infrastructure to cope with the new normal,” writes Karen Roothaan. Learn more about this candidate.

Tammie Vinson: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 6-Year Term

“Acknowledging climate change and implementing strategies to address this reality are essential to the operation of the district,” writes Tammie Vinson. Learn more about this candidate.

Shundar Lin: Candidate for Metropolitan Water Reclamation District, 6-Year Term

“I am running to give my family and all Cook County residents clean and safe water,” writes Shundar Lin. Learn more about this candidate.

Frederick ‘Fritz’ Kaegi: Candidate for Cook County Assessor

“The Assessor’s Office might not be the most glamourous office, but it’s one where we can make a real improvement in people’s lives,” Frederick “Fritz” Kaegi writes. Learn more about this candidate.

Toni Preckwinkle: Candidate for Cook County Board President

“While we’ve made tremendous progress, there’s more work to do to improve the health and safety of our residents in every neighborhood,” Toni Preckwinkle writes. Learn more about this candidate.

Karen Yarbrough: Candidate for Cook County Clerk

“Having already saved taxpayers millions of dollars as Recorder, I plan to use that same fiscal discipline to build the best County Clerk’s Office in the country,” Karen Yarbrough writes. Learn more about this candidate.