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CPS, Teacher Contract to Cost District More Than $9.4 Billion

Chicago Public Schools released the first look at the agreement’s financial layout Wednesday morning, hours after more than 70 percent of Chicago Teachers Union members voted in favor of the contract.

November 1, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the Nov. 1, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

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Mental Health Triage Center Opens as Alternative to Jail

Instead of getting arrested by Chicago police, some offenders will be diverted to a new mental health triage center on the South Side. Why city and county officials hope it helps keep people out of jail.

Art Institute Takes Fresh Look at Pioneering Artist, Teacher

Bold paintings from the 1920s, plus photographs and industrial design: A new show looks at an international artist who made a big impression in Chicago.

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Premiums Rise, Choices Dwindle in Illinois Under Obamacare

Open enrollment begins for health plans under the Affordable Care Act. But in Illinois and other states, rates are rising and choices are dwindling. Find out why, and what options consumers have.

How Early Voting is Shaping the Presidential Election

Clinton’s emails and Trump’s taxes are dogging their respective campaigns. A look at the latest developments in the presidential election.

Forum: 10th Congressional District Candidates

Democrat Brad Schneider and incumbent Republican Bob Dold face off in our candidate forum.

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October 31, 2016 - Full Show

Watch the Oct. 31, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight."

Sandhill, Whooping Cranes Spotted Outside Chicago

Jay Shefsky takes a road trip with some birders, and they stumble on a pair of rare and endangered whooping cranes.  

How Everyday Home Devices Were Used to Shut Down Major Websites

A massive cyberattack temporarily takes down major websites. Find out how hackers use household devices to wreak havoc online.

Comey’s October Surprise Rocking the Race for the White House

On Friday, FBI Director James Comey revealed the agency is looking once again into emails from Hillary Clinton. “PBS NewsHour” correspondent Lisa Desjardins joins us from Washington, D.C., to discuss the development.

Detainees Work Through Trauma in Jail, Aim for ‘Something Different’

We bring you part two of our story on a program that aims to stop the revolving door of the criminal justice system – from inside the Cook County Jail.

Viewer Feedback: ‘Some Aldermen Are Clueless’

Viewers were unanimous in their disdain for aldermen griping over losing out on face-value World Series tickets. Hear the details when we read feedback from the Chicago Tonight website, and our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Author Mary Roach on ‘The Curious Science of Humans at War’

Serving in the military can be dangerous, frightening and unpleasant – sometimes in ways you might not expect. How the military tackles loud sounds, bad smells and upset stomachs.

Chicago Cubs Win Game 5, Send World Series Back to Cleveland

The Cubs face another do-or-die game Tuesday night in Cleveland. What did this weekend's home games mean for the local economy?