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Bipartisan House Caucus Hopes to Achieve Health Care Reform

U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski joins us to discuss ongoing health care negotiations.

Aug. 21, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 21, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

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Dick Gregory, Comedian and Activist, Dies at 84

The comedian and civil rights activist died on Saturday. He was 84. 

Chicagoans Come Together to View Eclipse

Chicagoans from all neighborhoods and walks of life came out of the shadows to fix their appropriately covered eyes on the skies.

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Thousands Catch Eclipse Fever at Adler Planetarium

The last time a total solar eclipse spanned the continental United States from coast to coast was 99 years ago. Thousands joined in the Adler Planetarium’s celestial celebration to mark the occasion.

Former Neo-Nazi on White Supremacy: ‘It’s Terrorism’

“Until the government starts to call it what it is – and that’s terrorism – I’m not sure the point will fully come across as to how dangerous of a problem this is,” said Christian Picciolini, a former neo-Nazi, of far-right extremism.

Solar Eclipse Sparks ‘Festival’ Atmosphere in Carbondale

Onlookers were treated to a clear view of the solar eclipse in Carbondale. “It was a festival sort of atmosphere,” Amanda Vinicky said. “You literally had a beer tent, carnival rides, and band, a whole lot of very excited people wearing garb for the solar eclipse.”

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Adler Astronomer: ‘Absolutely Phenomenal’ Solar Eclipse in Carbondale

Adler Planetarium astrophysicist Lucianne Walkowicz joins us from the eclipse epicenter in Carbondale. 

Dragons, Demons and Omens of Death: A History of Human Eclipse Watching

Over the course of civilization, eclipses have been met with fear and superstition. How humans have reacted to—and explained—eclipses throughout history.

Aug. 17, 2017 - Full Show

Watch the Aug. 17, 2017 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Solar Eclipse 2017: How to Safely Watch the Eclipse

What can happen if you look at the sun for too long, even if it’s partially or almost fully blocked? We speak to an ophthalmologist about how to safely watch the eclipse.

Green Job Training, Conservation Efforts Threatened by Federal Cuts

Along Wolf Lake on Chicago’s Southeast Side lies the only Illinois state park within city limits, where visitors can find fishing spots, biking trails – and invasive species.

State Rep. Steven Andersson to Step Down

The Republican legislator who was instrumental to the passage of Illinois’ first budget in more than two years is leaving state politics. Find out why.

Viewer Feedback: ‘Rauner And Madigan Are Both Total Failures’

Viewers sound off on Amanda Vinicky’s interview Monday with Gov. Bruce Rauner.

Rauner, Republicans Denounce Trump

Republicans meet at the Illinois State Fair while the House convenes to hammer out a compromise on school funding.