Chicago Tonight

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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Update frequency: every day
Episodes: 47
Years Active: 2025

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Aug. 7, 2025 - Full Show

A wide-ranging one-on-one with U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin. And Illinois wildlife just got more interesting — we explain.

Fri 08 Aug 2025

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, Aug. 6, 2025 - Full Show

Democrats push back against Texas redistricting — despite a potential bomb threat. And an economic boost for a Far South Side community.

Thu 07 Aug 2025

Aug. 5, 2025 - Full Show

Texas Democrats are seeking refuge in Illinois — we hear from some of the lawmakers directly. And what a pension boost means for the city’s finances.

Wed 06 Aug 2025

Aug. 4, 2025 - Full Show

Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to block a Trump-backed redistricting plan. And what recent air quality alerts could mean for your health.

Tue 05 Aug 2025

Week in Review: Davis Not Running for Reelection; Mayor Floats New Taxes on Business

Longtime U.S. Rep. Danny Davis says he’s calling it a career — and endorsing a successor. And the Chicago Cubs say goodbye to Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg.

Sat 02 Aug 2025

July 31, 2025 - Full Show

Longtime U.S. Rep. Danny Davis says he won’t be running for reelection. And how Pilsen is responding to ICE concerns ahead of its Fiesta del Sol event.

Fri 01 Aug 2025

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, July 30, 2025 - Full Show

How a national civil rights organization is challenging the Trump administration. And meet the DJ sisters who are making their Lolla debut this weekend.

Thu 31 Jul 2025

July 29, 2025 - Full Show

Mayor Brandon Johnson says new taxes on large companies are on the table. And a fire at a homeless encampment reignites safety concerns.

Wed 30 Jul 2025

July 28, 2025 - Full Show

Chicago’s persistent violent crime numbers finally take a downturn — we talk about why. Plus, a look at the city’s efforts to hold the Chicago Police Department accountable.

Tue 29 Jul 2025

Week in Review: Johnson Seeks to Curb Smoking on CTA; City Invests in Shelter System

Two notorious physicians-turned-fugitives wanted in Chicago live lavishly in Dubai. And Mayor Brandon Johnson tries to take aim at smoking on the CTA.

Fri 25 Jul 2025

July 24, 2025 - Full Show

Consumer advocates push back over rising home insurance rates — what you should know. And is the city doing enough to protect birds from colliding into buildings?

Fri 25 Jul 2025

July 7, 2025 - Full Show

Local members of Congress weigh in on President Donald Trump’s spending bill becoming law. What’s next for birthright citizenship. And a local entrepreneur is putting classic Chicago flavors in a bag…

Mon 07 Jul 2025

July 3, 2025 - Full Show

Calls to shut down a River North venue following a mass shooting. And how Planned Parenthood could be impacted by a recent Supreme Court ruling.

Fri 04 Jul 2025

Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, July 2, 2025 - Full Show

How cuts to food assistance and Medicaid could impact Chicagoans. And longtime reporter Craig Dellimore on 40 years covering city politics.

Thu 03 Jul 2025

July 1, 2025 - Full Show

Gov. JB Pritzker names his new running mate. And a debate over the growing cost of police misconduct lawsuits — and their impact on taxpayers.

Wed 02 Jul 2025

June 30, 2025 - Full Show

What’s behind Chicago’s low homicide clearance rates. And the city’s queer ballroom culture takes center stage.

Tue 01 Jul 2025

Week in Review: Pritzker Launches Bid for 3rd Term; CTU Calls for More Borrowing to Avoid Cuts

Gov. JB Pritzker makes it official — he’s running for a third term. And the interim CPS CEO says Chicago schools face an even higher deficit than had been reported.

Fri 27 Jun 2025

June 26, 2025 - Full Show

It’s official: Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s running for a third term. And we hear from some Congress members who got turned away from ICE facilities.