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A news and public-affairs series airing Monday through Thursday each week - plus a weekly news wrap-up on Friday - with features on Chicago life and panels discussing various topics, including Chicago politics, the arts, foreign affairs, entertainment, Chicago events, consumer concerns and sports.
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At least two people are dead after tornadoes and severe weather hit the area. And the war in Iran is on Day 12 with no end in sight.
Planning for the future of the Great Lakes. How TSA agents are faring after nearly a month without pay. And a look at why Latino arts organizations fall behind in financial support.
Three U.S. Senate candidates join "Chicago Tonight" in their last forum before the March 17 primary election. Robin Kelly, Raja Krishnamoorthi and Juliana Stratton on war powers, immigration and more.
President Donald Trump bounces embattled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. And three former presidents are among the crowd of thousands paying tribute to the Rev. Jesse Jackson.
Kristi Noem is out as the head of Homeland Security. And an effort to bring home the remains of missing U.S. service members.
The death toll rises in the Middle East as the conflict in Iran escalates. And who is expected to attend the Rev. Jesse Jackson’s services in Chicago.
The Democrats running in the Cook County Board president primary join “Chicago Tonight.” Toni Preckwinkle and Brendan Reilly talk about the issues facing residents and share their visions for the office.
Trump fans the flames of war in Iran — what we know and where we’re going. And could more nuclear reactors be coming to Illinois?
Crowds of mourners line up to pay final respects to civil rights leader Jesse Jackson. And the battle for the Bears stadium heats up as Indiana’s governor signs a bill creating a new stadium authority.
Chicagoans line up to pay their respects to civil rights icon Jesse Jackson. His daughter joins “Chicago Tonight.”
What conflict between the U.S. and Iran could look like as tensions rise. And local birders accidentally make a scientific discovery.
President Donald Trump finds a new way to impose his tariffs. And the EPA rolls back regulations on greenhouse gas emissions.
Where does the Chicago Police Department stand in complying with federal oversight? And what four years of data reveals about officers’ use of force.
Remembering civil rights icon the Rev. Jesse Jackson. And Gov. JB Pritzker faces a $2 billion deficit and federal funding uncertainty as he presents his budget proposal.
A new study examines the Chicago Police Department’s use of force. And lawmakers react to the governor’s budget address.
Gov. JB Pritzker’s annual budget address gets sentimental. And a legal and spiritual victory as local clergy members are able to go inside the Broadview ICE facility.
Remembering the Rev. Jesse Jackson. We discuss the life and legacy of the civil rights icon and former presidential candidate.
Join us as we launch our Firsthand: Democracy initiative. We explore the state of civic participation and hear how some Chicagoans are working to strengthen democracy.
Attorneys say new evidence contradicts Border Patrol’s claims in the shooting of a Chicago woman. And the mayor is vetoing a ban on the sale of some intoxicating hemp products.
How Congress is working to change how Americans vote. And two local artists on their Super Bowl performances.




what happening to coverage of the Bernie Rally?? thousands of people there and no coverage?