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Chicago Tonight is a nightly news, arts and entertainment program that airs on WTTW. The program is hosted by award-winning journalist Phil Ponce and provides in-depth coverage of Chicago stories that have national appeal.
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The Week in Review: Lightfoot’s Ambitious Agenda
Paris Schutz and guest discuss the week’s news.
The Week in Review: Lightfoot Meets with Ivanka Trump in DC
Paris Schutz and guest discuss the week’s news.
The Week in Review: Income Tax Overhaul Inches Forward
Brandis Friedman and guests discuss the week’s news.
Mayor Pete Buttigieg Speaks at City Club of Chicago
The U.S. presidential candidate speaks at the City Club of Chicago on Thursday, May 16.
Web Extra: ‘West Side Story’ Cast Performs ‘Somewhere’
A performance by Mikaela Bennett, who plays Maria in Lyric Opera’s “West Side Story.”
Web Extra: ‘West Side Story’ Cast Performs ‘Cool’
Brett Thiele sings “Cool” with Bill Billingham on piano.
In 1979 WTTW aired this documentary made by Kelvyn Park High School students.
John Callaway Interviews: Ted Hesburgh
John Callaway interviews University of Notre Dame President Ted Hersburgh on March 9, 1978
First ‘Chicago Tonight’ Episode
John Callaway interviews Mayor Harold Washington on the first episode of Chicago Tonight.
Choreographer Andrea Walker on Working with Coldplay
Andrea Walker talks about the surprising inspiration he found when working with Coldplay.
Gov. Pritzker Recounts His First 100 Days
Amanda Vinicky interviews Gov. Pritzker about his first 100 days in office.
CPS Teacher Charged With Battery
A Chicago elementary teacher has been arrested and removed from her West Side school.
Mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot Interview
In a runoff election Tuesday, Lori Lightfoot won the race for mayor by a landslide.
Renée Fleming: The Diva and Her Gowns
High-end designers have always been eager to dress the glamorous soprano.
The Choice for Mayor 2019: Lori Lightfoot
An in-depth look at the former federal prosecutor running for mayor of Chicago.
