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Eyes on Security at Wrigley Field, Other Potential Chicago Targets

Recent terror attacks in Manchester and London have cities with high-profile public targets eyeing their security for potential vulnerabilities.

Judge to Decide Which Bills Get Paid First

Illinois government is sitting on $14.68 billion of bills it can’t afford to pay, and providers of Medicaid are suing to get to the front of the line.

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June 6, 2017 - Full Show

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Zeshan B Puts a South Asian Twist on Classic American Soul

Meet Lombard native Zeshan Bagewadi—known as Zeshan B—who sings classic soul covers and originals with a big, opera-trained voice.

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Exit Interview with Alex Holt, Chicago Budget Director

A look at the city’s past, present and fiscal future with the outgoing city budget director who is stepping down after six years.

June 5, 2017 - Full Show

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A Growing Line to Buy the Chicago Sun-Times

The Chicago Sun-Times is for sale, and Tronc—the parent company of the Chicago Tribune—has already signaled an intent to buy the paper. But the Department of Justice is giving others an opportunity to get in on the action.

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The Illinois Senate Passed a Budget. Will the House Follow Suit?

The Illinois General Assembly has blown a May 31 spring session deadline. So now what? We discuss the Springfield budget battle with state Sens. Heather Steans and Chris Nybo.

Urban Nature: ‘The Intricate Ecology … of Vacant Lots’

Vacant city lots are often dismissed as derelict urban eyesores, but now some environmentalists are viewing these empty spaces as ecological opportunities. 

June 1, 2017 - Full Show

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Rauner: ‘We May Have to Resort to a Special Session’

Gov. Bruce Rauner sits down with Amanda Vinicky to talk about the next steps in Springfield.

CPS Schools Fall Behind on Asbestos Removal, Univision Report Says

A new report shows Chicago Public Schools has fallen behind on removing or encapsulating asbestos found in dozens of school buildings.

Chicago Reaction to Trump Withdrawing US From Paris Climate Agreement

Chicago elected officials and environmental leaders react to President Trump's decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate accord. 

Community Garden Flourishes in North Lawndale

A dramatic transformation in the Lawndale Triangle, after two years of hard work. “When you sit here, you feel a sense of peace,” said one community organizer.

Author Laura Kipnis Takes Aim at Campus Sexual Mores

Author Laura Kipnis joins Chicago Tonight for a conversation about her book “Unwanted Advances: Sexual Paranoia Comes to Campus.”