New Guidance Released on Childhood Obesity
Clip: 1/9/2023 | 7m 35sVideo has Closed Captions
The American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines on childhood obesity.
Children struggling with obesity should be evaluated and treated early and aggressively, including with medications for kids as young as 12 and surgery for those as young as 13, according to new guidelines released Monday.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
Chicago Tonight is a local public television program presented by WTTW
WTTW video streaming support provided by members and sponsors.
New Guidance Released on Childhood Obesity
Clip: 1/9/2023 | 7m 35sVideo has Closed Captions
Children struggling with obesity should be evaluated and treated early and aggressively, including with medications for kids as young as 12 and surgery for those as young as 13, according to new guidelines released Monday.
Problems playing video? | Closed Captioning Feedback
How to Watch Chicago Tonight
Chicago Tonight is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, and Vizio.
WTTW News Explains
In this Emmy Award-winning series, WTTW News tackles your questions — big and small — about life in the Chicago area. Our video animations guide you through local government, city history, public utilities and everything in between.Providing Support for PBS.org
Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorship
Crain’s Headlines: Walgreens Changes Shoplifting Spending
Video has Closed Captions
Clip: 1/9/2023 | 3m 31s | Crain’s Chicago Business editor Ann Dwyer takes us behind the headlines. (3m 31s)
Details on Future of Soldier Field Released
Video has Closed Captions
Clip: 1/9/2023 | 7m 28s | Details about a new glass dome for Soldier Field were recently released. (7m 28s)
Illinois Assault Weapons Bill Nears Passage
Video has Closed Captions
Clip: 1/9/2023 | 9m 24s | An assault weapons ban could soon become law in Illinois. (9m 24s)
Photo Exhibit Captures Artist Images
Video has Closed Captions
Clip: 1/9/2023 | 2m 58s | A photographer showcases artists in her new exhibition. (2m 58s)
Protection for Trans Chicagoans Passes City Council Panel
Video has Closed Captions
Clip: 1/9/2023 | 2m 49s | Protections for trans Chicago residents and those seeking abortions near approval. (2m 49s)
Providing Support for PBS.org
Learn Moreabout PBS online sponsorship
- News and Public Affairs
Top journalists deliver compelling original analysis of the hour's headlines.
- News and Public Affairs
FRONTLINE is investigative journalism that questions, explains and changes our world.
Support for PBS provided by:
Chicago Tonight is a local public television program presented by WTTW
WTTW video streaming support provided by members and sponsors.