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Medical Marijuana Sales Begin in Illinois

Today is the first day of medical marijuana sales in Illinois. Who is buying, who is selling, and is the program here to stay? Paris Schutz has the latest.

Feds: Transgender Student Should Have Access to Locker Room

The U.S. Department of Education ruled that Palatine Township High School District 211 violated a transgender student's right not to be discriminated against when it refused the student unfettered access to the girls' locker room.

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Community Unites to Combat Violence on Chicago's West Side

The violence in Chicago continues to spark rage and national headlines. Last week it was the murder of 9-year-old Tyshawn Lee, then 20-year-old Kaylyn Pryor, an aspiring model, was gunned down. This weekend 14-year-old J-Quantae Riles was killed. Eddie Arruza reports on steps being taken on the city’s West Side to combat the violence.

Ted Koppel on America's Vulnerable Power Grid in 'Lights Out'

The veteran journalist who was anchor and managing editor of "Nightline" on ABC from 1980 until 2005 discusses his new book about the risk of cyberattack facing the power grid in the United States and the inadequate measures being taken to protect it.

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Chicago Tonight Puzzle: November Challenge

Puzzle lovers, put on your thinking caps and prepare for the first-ever Chicago Tonight Puzzle. We'll stimulate your cerebrums with the first installment of a monthly segment in which we challenge our viewers to solve a puzzle for a chance to win a "Chicago Tonight" prize package.

Changes to Debate Format Could Better Serve Voters, Candidates

The general consensus: Last week's GOP presidential debate on CNBC was a disaster, but it has led to a lot of discussion over what sort of format and approach upcoming debates should take. Newton Minow, who has been called the father of televised presidential debates, joins our discussion.

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Chicago Urban League's Shari Runner Talks Gun Violence, Leadership

The new head of the Chicago Urban League joins "Chicago Tonight" to talk about the city's gun violence and how the 99-year-old organization aims to help foster a new generation of black leaders.

Historian Antony Beevor on 'Ardennes 1944: The Battle of the Bulge'

In December 1944 Hitler and the German army were desperate. Losing the war on two fronts, they launched a last great offensive in a desperate gamble to split the Western Allies. The fighting was ferocious, with atrocities on both sides, and the outcome shaped history. It's a story told in acclaimed author Antony Beevor's latest book "Ardennes 1944: The Battle of the Bulge."

SOFA Chicago Brings Local, International Galleries to Navy Pier

This weekend marks an important annual date on the city’s arts calendar. That's because the art fair SOFA Chicago docks at Navy Pier the first weekend of November. "Chicago Tonight" visited yesterday for the installation of the show and found both local and international connections. Jay Shefsky brings us the story.

TV Legend Norman Lear Reflects on a Long Life of Adventures

Television writer and producer Norman Lear took a lighthearted approach to many challenging social and political issues in groundbreaking sitcoms such as “All in the Family” and “The Jeffersons.” 

Fox Lake Police Officer Staged Suicide to Cover Crimes, Officials Say

Once celebrated as a hero, Fox Lake police Lt. Joe Gliniewicz is now said by investigators to have staged a suicide to cover up an alleged yearslong crime scheme.

New Rideshare Rules Allow Airport Pickups

New rules that will allow rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft to start making pickups from O'Hare and Midway airports could be in place as early as Nov. 18. How will these changes impact taxi drivers and others who drive for a living? We speak with Peter Ali Enger of the United Taxi Drivers’ Community Council.

Crain's Roundup: Oscar Mayer’s Chicago Move, Groupon’s New CEO

Oscar Mayer is making cold cuts as Kraft Heinz moves its headquarters to Chicago. Tesla may soon be cruising the Mag Mile; while Groupon looks to reverse its fortunes with a new CEO. Joining us with these stories and more is Crain's Chicago Business deputy managing editor Ann Dwyer.