Shows Chicago Tonight Week in Review SORT Order Oldest FirstNewest First FILTER Date Range Start date End date Category - Any -Arts & EntertainmentBusinessCrime & LawEducationHealthPoliticsScience & NatureSports Keyword(s) May 12, 2016 Ousted CPS Principal Troy LaRaviere Says Dismissal ‘Politically Motivated’ The former principal of Blaine Elementary School in Lakeview, who is a frequent critic of Mayor Rahm Emanuel and CPS policies, joins "Chicago Tonight" to discuss his dismissal and the charges against him. May 12, 2016 Great Migration Centennial Commemorates Historic Event Between 1916 and 1970, a little more than 500,000 African-Americans settled in Chicago as part of the Great Migration. Learn about a yearlong, statewide celebration marking this historic event. Thanks to our sponsors: Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors View all sponsors Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors May 11, 2016 Bruising Battle Over Lucas Museum Site Continues Friends of the Parks has made some powerful enemies in maintaining its opposition to any lakefront site for the Lucas Museum. Is it worth losing the museum in order to maintain the sanctity of the lakefront? May 11, 2016 May 11, 2016 - Full Show Watch the May 11, 2016 full episode of "Chicago Tonight." Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors May 11, 2016 A Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Chicago’s Largest Prop House A giant Bridgeport warehouse is home to the city's largest collection of vintage props for movies and TV. Jay Shefsky takes us inside. May 10, 2016 Success of Airbnb Prompts Talk of Regulation, Taxes in Chicago Should there be more regulation for Chicago vacation rentals like Airbnb? A look at both sides of the issue. May 10, 2016 Does CPS’ Water-Testing Method Adhere to Best Practices? A new report by WBEZ reporter Monica Eng takes a closer look at how the district is testing for lead in the water at 28 schools and whether this method follows best practices. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors May 10, 2016 New White Sox Announcer Calling Games for His Childhood Team It’s a dream job, no doubt about it. But Homewood native Jason Benetti works hard to keep his cool while calling games for the team he grew up rooting for. May 10, 2016 Chicago Painter’s Artwork Began in Suburban Kitchen, Ended Up in Museums A Chicago artist makes photo-realistic paintings you have to see to believe. We take a look at the artist’s self-taught beginnings in her suburban kitchen and how her hard work paid off. May 9, 2016 For Englewood Residents, Whole Foods Offers Optimism, Revitalization It's still months away from opening, but a new Whole Foods store in the beleaguered Englewood community has given residents and local entrepreneurs a lot to look forward to. May 9, 2016 Reps. Quigley and Hultgren on Issues Facing Congress and 2016 Election Congressmen Mike Quigley and Randy Hultgren join "Chicago Tonight" for a conversation about issues facing Congress, including national security, health care and lead levels in water. They'll also give us their thoughts on the 2016 presidential race. May 9, 2016 Push for Education Funding Reform as Budget Impasse Nears 1-Year Mark A vote this week in the Illinois Senate could determine whether poorer school districts like Chicago Public Schools get more state money. But top Republicans say it’s a nonstarter because more affluent suburban school districts would lose money as a result. May 5, 2016 How Donald Trump’s Rise Could Impact Illinois Races Now that Donald Trump is the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, the hand-wringing and discord within the party is growing. May 5, 2016 Anita Alvarez Calls for Special Prosecutor in Laquan McDonald Case In a surprise move, Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez says she wants off the Jason Van Dyke case involving the killing of Laquan McDonald. May 5, 2016 Local Crafting Group Knits Refugees, Immigrants Together Immigrant and refugee women find joy, companionship and healing in knitting. Jay Shefsky takes us to their workshop. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
