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) Sep 25, 2019 Democrats, Republicans React to Launch of Impeachment Inquiry How is a formal impeachment inquiry likely to play to voters? We ask Tom Bowen of New Chicago Consulting and Jennifer Nevins, a self-described pro-Trump conservative activist. Sep 24, 2019 5 Fall Theater Recommendations from Hedy Weiss There is a great variety of theater on stage in Chicago this fall. Critic Hedy Weiss recommends her current favorites. 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 Sep 24, 2019 Pelosi Orders Impeachment Probe: ‘No One Is Above The Law’ House Speaker Nancy Pelosi launched a formal impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump on Tuesday, acquiescing to mounting pressure from fellow Democrats. Sep 24, 2019 Former Lake County Politician Aaron Lawlor Discusses Addiction, Recovery He was a fast-rising Republican politician whose career came crashing to a halt last year. Now sober, Aaron Lawlor says he has given up politics but regained his life – and he’s eager to tell his story. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Sep 24, 2019 Brookfield Zoo Adopts 2 Stranded and Injured Sea Lions The population at Brookfield Zoo is growing. Last week, the zoo adopted two California Sea Lions – both with health issues. We meet Carolyn and Sabiena as they get physical exams at the zoo. Sep 24, 2019 Crain’s Headlines: Investors Weigh Effects of Climate Change Investors in municipal bonds are increasingly weighing the effects of climate change in their calculations, and a new report out Tuesday from Moody’s Investor Service indicates Illinois bonds are not going to benefit from the new math. Sep 24, 2019 Aldermen Propose Limits on Backyard Livestock in Chicago A new ordinance has been introduced in City Council to severely reduce farm animal adoption in Chicago. We discuss the proposal with Ald. Raymond Lopez and Laura Calvert of Advocates for Urban Agriculture. Thanks to our sponsors: View all sponsors Sep 24, 2019 After 40 Years in Solitary Confinement, a ‘Story of Transformation and Hope’ Albert Woodfox was held in solitary confinement for decades in Louisiana before his release in 2016. Now, he’s written a book about his experiences. He joins us to discuss “Solitary.” Sep 24, 2019 September 24, 2019 - Full Show Watch the Sept. 24, 2019 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.” Sep 23, 2019 Banned Books: Librarians Push Back Against Censorship It’s Banned Books Week, an annual event organized by the Chicago-based American Library Association to highlight the threat of censorship. Find out which books were challenged most in 2018. Sep 23, 2019 One of Lightfoot’s Loudest City Council Critics Speaks Out In a recent op-ed published in the Chicago Sun-Times, Ald. Anthony Beale outlined his frustrations with Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Beale joins “Chicago Tonight” in conversation. Sep 23, 2019 Crain’s Headlines: Cash Infusion for High-Profile CTA Project U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley announces $100 million in federal funding for a major Chicago Transit Authority project. The most visible portion of the project – the Belmont Avenue flyover – is scheduled to begin within days. Sep 23, 2019 Illinois Considers Banning Flavored E-Cigarettes Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has been critical of the vaping industry, and now Illinois lawmakers are considering statewide action. Sep 23, 2019 Schools Consider Unrestricted Locker Room Access for Transgender Students A suburban high school district that’s faced years of court battles over equal locker room access is considering a big policy change. Sep 23, 2019 Where Have the Wild Birds Gone? 3 Billion Fewer Than 1970 North America’s skies are lonelier and quieter as nearly 3 billion fewer wild birds soar in the air than in 1970, a comprehensive study shows. Load More Thanks to our sponsors:
