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May 30, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the May 30, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

South Side Native John Kozlar, 29, Running for Chicago Mayor

There are at least 10 candidates eyeing Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s job. One of them is Bridgeport native John Kozlar, who ran for alderman of the 11th Ward in 2011 and 2015. Why he now says he wants to be mayor.

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Cook County Clerk David Orr: Illinois Needs to Overhaul Its Elections

The outgoing Cook County clerk has some ideas to boost democracy and to avoid a repeat of the March primary debacle that surrounded the Cook County assessor’s race. David Orr joins us in discussion.

Aldermen on Obama Center, Police Academy and FOP Contract

To call last week in Chicago City Council “eventful” might be an understatement. We discuss the latest with a panel of Chicago aldermen.

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Is Illinois Close to a Budget Deal?

With only two more days before the Illinois legislature’s budget deadline, insiders say a bipartisan deal is within reach.

Alpana Singh to Return as ‘Check, Please!’ Host

After a five-year break, the master sommelier and restaurateur is set to return as host of the Emmy Award-winning WTTW series. 

Nearly 20 Years Later, ‘Cha-Cha Slide’ Still Gets People Moving

Meet the South Side native whose line dance became a worldwide phenomenon.

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May 29, 2018 - Full Show

Watch the May 29, 2018 full episode of “Chicago Tonight.”

Exploring the World of Camper Culture With WGN’s Dave Hoekstra

RVs and camper culture hit the highway in a book that celebrates the “moveable American dream.” 

New European Law Raises the Bar for Data Privacy Protection

A new European Union data privacy law is causing headaches for many American businesses. How General Data Protection could impact U.S. policies.

US Supreme Court: A Look at Today’s Most Controversial Cases

Supreme Court justices on Tuesday refused to rule on an Arkansas law regulating abortions. We discuss that and other hot-button cases.

Illinois Legislators Optimistic About Meeting Budget Deadline

As Illinois heads into the home stretch of its legislative session, lawmakers intimately involved in budget negotiations have an eye on reaching a bipartisan deal by next Thursday’s deadline. 

May 24, 2018 - Full Show

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Archdiocese and Students Team Up on Solutions to Chicago Violence

A shooting last week at Santa Fe High School in Texas is the latest in a string of school shootings this year. The Archdiocese of Chicago and local students are now teaming up to address the problem.

130 Artists Unite to Complete Chicagoan’s Graphic Novel

Chicago comic artist Ed Siemienkowicz died before he could complete his 246-page graphic novel. More than 130 artists donated their time and skills to bring his story to life.