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Joe Biden’s Sudden Diagnosis of Aggressive Prostate Cancer Is Unfortunately All Too Common

When caught early, prostate cancer is highly survivable, but it is also the second-leading cause of cancer death in men. About one in eight men will be diagnosed over their lifetime with prostate cancer, according to the American Cancer Society.

Week in Review: Johnson Marks 2 Years in Office; Supreme Court Hears Birthright Citizenship Case

Mayor Brandon Johnson marks two years in office. And the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on birthright citizenship.

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May 15, 2025 - Full Show

The impact of undocumented health care services on hospitals. And we take a stroll down Sesame Street with Sonia Manzano.

Report Links Health Care Programs for Undocumented Immigrants to Reduced Hospital Financial Burdens

Advocates are trying to save an Illinois program that provides health insurance to immigrants without legal status before the budget season wraps up in Springfield.

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Sonia Manzano on ‘Sesame Street,’ Early Childhood Education and Sharing Puerto Rican Culture

Sunny day, sweepin’ the clouds away... that’s how Sonia Manzano spent her career for more than four decades. The actress hung out with Big Bird, Oscar the Grouch and the whole “Sesame Street” gang when she played Maria on the beloved program.

Pay $15.5M to Parking Meter Firm to Resolve Claim City Violated Deal During COVID-19 Pandemic, Lawyers Urge

The much-loathed 2008 deal requires the city make “true-up” payments to Chicago Parking Meters to compensate the firm for lost revenue when meters are taken out of service by the city.

Under ‘Crime-Free Housing’ Laws, Families May Be Evicted for Minor Offenses

An investigation by The New York Times and the Illinois Answers Project shows that many cities in Illinois have turned crime-free housing programs into a blunt instrument to oust families for virtually any alleged infraction, no matter how minor.

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With Labor Contract Secured, CTU Members Now Set to Vote on Union Leadership

Weeks after ratifying a new labor agreement, rank-and-file members of the Chicago Teachers Unions this week will be voting once again, this time to decide on their leadership for the next three years.

May 13, 2025 - Full Show

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson came into office with a list of progressive priorities for the city of Chicago. He looks back on the last two years and what lays out his goals are for the next two years.

May 12, 2025 - Full Show

Meet one of the candidates hoping to succeed Sen. Dick Durbin. And a bill that would allow community college in Illinois to offer some four-year degrees.

Proposal Would Allow Illinois Community Colleges to Offer Some 4-Year Degrees, Which Advocates Say Benefits Nontraditional Students

New proposed legislation in Illinois aims to increase those rates by offering some four-year degrees at community colleges, but critics say efforts should instead be made in improving the transfer process — and are concerned it could cut into some universities’ enrollment.

US Rep. Robin Kelly Lays Out Her Pitch to Voters as Senate Campaign Begins

The race to replace retiring Sen. Dick Durbin is heating up. U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly joined “Chicago Tonight” to discuss the changes coming to Illinois politics and her candidacy for the U.S. Senate.

Analyzing Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson at the Midpoint: Lurching from Crisis to Crisis While Working to ‘Disrupt Status Quo’

Despite Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s trademark optimism, the unrelenting turmoil of the past two years, and his missteps in handling problems both new and old, has weakened his political standing, ensuring that if he runs for and wins a second term in office in 2027, he will have to do it the same way he won the first time: as an underdog.

Week in Review: Chicago Gets a Pope; Senate Race Gets Crowded

In a surprise twist, the papal conclave elects a Chicago native as the new pope. And Mayor Brandon Johnson gets a big win on affordable housing.

How a Father’s Loss Sparked a Law That’s Saving Lives Through Organ Donation in Argentina

In 2018, the Argentine government passed Justina’s law, effectively making every Argentinian over the age of 18 an organ donor unless they opt out. While much progress has been made, many in the country believe there is still work that needs to be done.