Shows Chicago Tonight Week in Review SORT Order Oldest First Newest First FILTER Date Range Start date End date Category - Any - Arts & Entertainment Business Crime & Law Education Health Politics Science & Nature Sports Keyword(s) Nov 9, 2022 After Democrat Election Successes, Pritzker Takes Victory Lap Heading Into 2nd Term Gov. J.B. Pritzker is not only the party figurehead. He’s also a billionaire, who over the past two years, has spent at least $150 million on his and other Democrats’ campaigns. Nov 9, 2022 Nov. 9, 2022 - Full Show Illinois Democrats score a clean sweep in the big statewide races — we talk with some of the winners. Control of the U.S. House and Senate still is uncertain. And what’s next for state Republicans after a disappointing night? 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 Nov 9, 2022 Spotlight Politics: Democrats Come Up Big in Illinois; Chicago Mayoral Race Heats Up Gov. J.B. Pritzker has a big night as Illinois Republicans scramble to rebuild. Our politics team weighs in on that story and more. Nov 9, 2022 Incumbent Democrats Appear to Hold Illinois Congressional Seats, Turning Back GOP Push for Upsets Drawn by Democrats in the General Assembly and signed into law by Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the map was designed to help the party keep control of the U.S. House by sending 14 Democrats and three Republicans to Congress from Illinois. That would represent a gain of one Democratic seat — and a loss of two GOP seats. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Nov 9, 2022 Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle to Focus on Behavioral Health, Guaranteed Income Program in Next Term Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle secured a fourth term in office, defeating Republican challenger Bob Fioretti. Nov 9, 2022 Democrats Rochford, O’Brien Declare Victory in Illinois Supreme Court Races Democratic Lake County Judge Elizabeth “Liz” Rochford has declared victory in her race for the 2nd District seat on the Illinois Supreme Court, a result that would mean Democrats would maintain control of the state’s highest court. Nov 8, 2022 After 15 Years of Waiting, DACA Recipient Casts Her First Ballot “It was really exciting and I’m really grateful that I have the opportunity to use my voice this time around,” said Karen Villagomez, who cast her first ballot Tuesday. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Nov 8, 2022 Nov. 8, 2022 - Full Show A rundown of some big Election Day races. What you need to know about the constitutional amendment on the ballot. The mayor’s budget passes City Council. And a student walkout at a local high school. Nov 7, 2022 Nov. 7, 2022 - Full Show A rundown of some big Election Day races. What you need to know about the constitutional amendment on the ballot. The mayor’s budget passes City Council. And a student walkout at a local high school. Nov 7, 2022 From State Offices to Control of Congress, Illinois Voters Have Plenty of Decisions to Make Election Day Illinois voters on Tuesday will decide races ranging from who will be the next governor and secretary of state, to whether the state will amend its constitution. We break down the races. Nov 7, 2022 Students at Jones College Prep Protest Following Halloween Costume Controversy The calls come following their principal’s response to a student who wore a military uniform costume on Halloween that was widely interpreted to represent a Nazi soldier. Nov 7, 2022 Illinois Voters to Decide If Workers’ Rights Amendment Will Be Added to State Constitution The so-called “Workers’ Rights Amendment” aims to codify in the state constitution the right to form a union and collectively bargain over a host of issues. It would effectively prohibit any future anti-union legislation, like right-to-work laws. Nov 7, 2022 Chicago City Council Approves Lightfoot’s $16.4B Budget After Tense Debate The budget takes effect Jan. 1, 2023, approximately two months before Mayor Lori Lightfoot is set to ask voters for a second term as Chicago mayor, does not include a property tax hike to keep up with the soaring rate of inflation, or any other tax or fee hikes. Nov 7, 2022 Crain’s Headlines: Walgreens Backs Purchase of VillageMD Walgreens backs a deal to purchase a medical center company. The owners of a landmark hotel on Michigan Avenue are hunting for a buyer — again. And a new report finds Chicago’s affordable housing problem isn’t as bad as some other cities. Nov 7, 2022 Brookfield Zoo Marks 100 Years Since Groundbreaking With Eye Toward the Future Brookfield Zoo is celebrating a big milestone. It was a century ago when construction on the grounds began. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
