Chicago Zoological Society Honors Wildlife Conservation Leaders
Colleen and Keith Begg founded an organization that helps maintain the wildlife in the Niassa National Reserve in Mozambique, one of the last remaining strongholds for lions in Africa.
Parents of CPS Students Sound Off on Teachers Strike
“Chicago Tonight” speaks with four parents of CPS students who have different opinions about the negotiations between the city and its teachers union.
Ask Geoffrey: Sites to See at Open House Chicago
More than 350 buildings open their doors to the public this weekend. Geoffrey Baer takes us behind the scenes of several unique buildings featured as part of Open House Chicago.
Crain’s Headlines: Departed Exelon CEO Gets $7.7M Retirement Package
Former Exelon CEO Anne Pramaggiore is in line for $7.7 million in benefits after her abrupt resignation Tuesday amid a federal investigation of the company’s Springfield lobbying practices.
October 16, 2019 - Full Show
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Contract Bargaining Wraps Up With No Deal Between CTU, Board of Education
Time is running out for Chicago Public Schools to reach a deal with the Chicago Teachers Union on a new contract.
Can Illinois Save $1M a Day by Consolidating Pension Funds? Governor Says Yes
Consolidating scores of local firefighter and police pension funds could save Illinois taxpayers between $820 million and $2.5 billion in the next five years, according to a report published by a state task force.
‘Downton Abbey’ Actor Harry Hadden-Paton Rehearses for Royal Role in Chicago
We go backstage as an actor prepares “The King’s Speech” at Chicago Shakespeare Theater – and remembers his role on “Downton Abbey.”
Scientists Reconstruct Face of Human Ancestor Using Fossilized Bone
How did researchers reconstruct the face of an ancient human ancestor using a fossilized bone? This story and more from the world of science with Neil Shubin.
Crain’s Headlines: Lightfoot Floats New Chicago Casino Plan
Mayor Lori Lightfoot is floating a new plan to make the Chicago casino a property owned jointly by the city and the state. But the idea is getting a cool reception in Springfield.
Evanston Native Shares How She Helped Break Harvey Weinstein Story
In a new book, New York Times reporters Megan Twohey and Jodi Kantor detail how they uncovered allegations of sexual abuse by Harvey Weinstein. Twohey, an Evanston native, joins us in discussion.
Mexican Ambassador to the U.S. Martha Bárcena on Visit to Chicago
Bárcena, who last year became the first woman to hold her position, discusses immigration and the political relationship between the U.S. and Mexico.
‘Caution Freedom’ Shines Light on Artwork Too Provocative for Putin
Artwork once under attack by the Russian government is now on view in Chicago. We explore a show at the One After 909 gallery in West Town.
October 15, 2019 - Full Show
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October 14, 2019 - Full Show
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