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Web Extra: Taylor Bennett Live Performance

Clip: S2017 | 2m 36s | Taylor Bennett and Supa Bwe perform “Neon Lights.” (2m 36s)

US Stocks March Higher, Boosted by Tax Cuts and Deregulation

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Clip: 12/28/2017 | 13m 3s | The financial markets have skyrocketed over the past year but can they keep climbing? (13m 3s)

Kerry James Marshall Unveils Monumental Mural in the Loop

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Clip: 12/28/2017 | 5m 3s | The story behind the monumental new mural at the Chicago Cultural Center. (5m 3s)

Jeannie Tanner’s ‘Words and Music’ Celebrates Jazz Artists

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Clip: 12/28/2017 | 5m 27s | A local jazz artist shines in a new effort to write songs for her fellow singers. (5m 27s)

‘Hamilton’ Star Begins ‘My Shot at Epilepsy’

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Clip: 12/28/2017 | 9m 54s | Miguel Cervantes is challenging the public to help raise awareness and funds for epilepsy. (9m 54s)

Chicago Photographer Captures Toll of Opioids, Homelessness

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Clip: 12/28/2017 | 11m 9s | Lloyd DeGrane spent three years photographing homeless encampments in Chicago. (11m 9s)

18 New Illinois Laws to Know in 2018

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Clip: 12/28/2017 | 4m 19s | More than 200 laws go into effect Jan. 1, ranging from health care and animal welfare. (4m 19s)

Why Are Coyotes Thriving in the Chicago Area?

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Clip: 12/27/2017 | 8m 38s | The coyote population in the area has about doubled since 2005. (8m 38s)

Web Extra: David Broza on Building Bridges with Musical Art

Clip: 12/27/2017 | 3m 18s | David Broza performs "East Jerusalem, West Jerusalem." (3m 18s)

Web Extra: Ask Geoffrey

Clip: 12/27/2017 | 1m 58s | Watch the demolition of the McCormick house. (1m 58s)

“Ugly” Produce Delivered to Your Door

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Clip: 12/27/2017 | 4m 9s | Chicagoans can buy perfectly good but unattractive produce, thanks to Imperfect. (4m 9s)

David Broza on Building Bridges with Musical Artistry

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Clip: 12/27/2017 | 11m 7s | David Broza joins us in conversation and performance. (11m 7s)

Chicago Cracks Down on Party Buses

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Clip: 12/27/2017 | 2m 18s | The city plans to crack down on party buses shuttling people from bar to bar. (2m 18s)

Ask Geoffrey: Why Traffic Reports Mention Thorndale

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Clip: 12/27/2017 | 7m 43s | Geoffrey Baer reveals why trafffic reports mention Thorndale Avenue. (7m 43s)

2017’s Top Political Stories: Trump, Emanuel, Rauner

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Clip: 12/27/2017 | 13m 23s | 2017’s political landscape was shaped by the effect of President Trump’s first year. (13m 23s)

Web Extra: The Week in Review: Year in Review 2017

Clip: 12/22/2017 | 1m 12s | Chicago Tonight recaps the top cultural stories of the year. (1m 12s)

Reports: Most Punishments Appealed by CPD Overturned

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Clip: 12/21/2017 | 7m 24s | Many CPD officers get off the disciplinary hook, according media reports. (7m 24s)

Photographer Captures Snowy Owl Along Lake Michigan

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Clip: 12/21/2017 | 5m 43s | An owl loving Chicago photographer takes us along as he shoots a majestic snowy owl. (5m 43s)

Food Stamps Restored for 25K in Time for Christmas

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Clip: 12/21/2017 | 5m 8s | The Illinois Department of Human Services says Link cards will be loaded with credit. (5m 8s)

Experts’ Tax Tips on What to Do Before Tax Code Changes

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Clip: 12/21/2017 | 12m 37s | How will the sweeping overhaul impact your bottom line? We get advice from experts. (12m 37s)

Daniel Ellsberg Reveals Secrets of America Doomsday Machine

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Clip: 12/21/2017 | 11m 32s | He famously leaked the Pentagon Papers and now reveals another big secret in his new book (11m 32s)

5 Suburban Counties Suing Pharmaceutical Companies

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Clip: 12/21/2017 | 5m 41s | The counties filed almost identical lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies. (5m 41s)

Web Extra: Union Station

Clip: 12/20/2017 | 1m 52s | A look at the newly renovated spaces and the ongoing renovations at Union Station. (1m 52s)

WBEZ: Families Accuse State of Negligence in Veterans' Home

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Clip: 12/20/2017 | 8m 33s | Families whose relatives died at the home have filed suit against the state for negligence (8m 33s)

How the Federal Tax Overhaul Could Affect You

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Clip: 12/20/2017 | 5m 27s | How might federal tax changes affect your wallet? (5m 27s)

Holiday Movies: What to See in Theaters and What to Skip

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Clip: 12/20/2017 | 10m 41s | We review the latest movies out this season from "Lady Bird" to the latest Star Wars. (10m 41s)

From Relapse to Purpose: Program Provides More than Jobs

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Clip: 12/20/2017 | 5m 17s | From drug charges, to charging ahead at a new career. Brandis Friedman reports. (5m 17s)

Chicago's Top DEA Official Retiring After 30 Years

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Clip: 12/20/2017 | 11m 55s | After 30 years of bringing down drug kingpins, Dennis Wichern is retiring. (11m 55s)

Ask Geoffrey: The Early (and Late) Birds of Union Station

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Clip: 12/20/2017 | 7m 1s | Geoffrey Baer shines a light on a pair of hooded statues at Union Station. (7m 1s)

Secret UFO Program Funded by Pentagon for Years

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Clip: 12/19/2017 | 13m 5s | New revelations about an official Pentagon investigation into UFOs. (13m 5s)

New Book Explores Dorothy Day’s Life as Mother, Grandmother

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Clip: 12/19/2017 | 9m 6s | Author Kate Hennessy discusses her new book about her Catholic activist grandmother. (9m 6s)

Governor’s Race: Marshall’s Plan to Split Up the State

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Clip: 12/19/2017 | 5m 4s | Burr Ridge physician Dr. Robert Marshall tells us why he’s running for governor. (5m 4s)

‘Genius’ Grant Winner Hopes to Shed Light on US Segregation

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Clip: 12/19/2017 | 5m 13s | Tough talk about segregation from grant recipient and journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones. (5m 13s)

Cook County Assessor Berrios Faces More Heat

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Clip: 12/19/2017 | 3m 51s | A government watchdog group is calling for oversight of Cook County Assessor Joe Berrios. (3m 51s)

Chicago Holiday Theater: Alternative Picks from Hedy Weiss

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Clip: 12/19/2017 | 6m 42s | Hedy Weiss reviews alternative holiday shows on Chicago stages. (6m 42s)

Art Institute Highlights Revolutionary Art from Soviet Union

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Clip: 12/19/2017 | 4m 57s | An exhibit at the Art Institute features the artistic outpouring of Russian artists. (4m 57s)

Why 25K SNAP Recipients Are Suddenly Without Food Stamps

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Clip: 12/18/2017 | 3m 23s | The number of individuals who saw their benefits cancelled has swelled. (3m 23s)

‘The Accidental President’ Traces Early Truman Era

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Clip: 12/18/2017 | 11m 32s | A new book looks at President Harry Truman’s first four months as the nation’s president. (11m 32s)

Preventing Sexual Harassment: What Companies Can Do

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Clip: 12/18/2017 | 14m 7s | In the wake of the “me-too” campaign, what companies can do to prevent sexual harassment. (14m 7s)

The Life and Landmarks of Chicago’s John Vinci

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Clip: 12/18/2017 | 8m 58s | Inside the new illustrated biography “John Vinci: Life and Landmarks.” (8m 58s)

In Maria’s Wake, Puerto Rican Family Now Calls Chicago Home

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Clip: 12/18/2017 | 5m 36s | How one young mother and her sons are restarting their lives after leaving Puerto Rico. (5m 36s)

Hiplet Is Not Your Grandmother’s Ballet

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Clip: 12/18/2017 | 5m 22s | The Hiplet dancers are showing Chicago Tonight how they’ve worked for their success. (5m 22s)

Web Extra, The Week in Review: Dec. 15, 2017

Clip: 12/15/2017 | 4m 3s | The “Week in Review” conversation continues with Joel Weisman and guests online. (4m 3s)

Web Extra: Behind the Scenes of ‘A Christmas Carol’

Clip: 12/14/2017 | 2m 30s | Henry Wishcamper gives WTTW’s camera crew a behind-the-scenes view of Old Joe’s Cart. (2m 30s)

Veteran Journalist Robert Jordan on ‘Murder in the News’

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Clip: 12/14/2017 | 8m 42s | The longtime Chicago journalist talks about his new book “Murder in the News.” (8m 42s)

Outgoing Fed Chair Yellen Hikes Interest Rates One Last Time

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Clip: 12/14/2017 | 13m 27s | While the Fed chair ends her tenure on an upbeat note, are there storm clouds ahead? (13m 27s)

New Museum Showcases Stained Glass, Rare Clocks

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Clip: 12/14/2017 | 4m 59s | Historic clocks from around the world and brilliant stained glass windows fill a museum. (4m 59s)

FCC Repeals Net Neutrality Regulations Despite Protests

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Clip: 12/14/2017 | 5m 47s | In a controversial move, Obama-era regulations are repealed. What does it mean? (5m 47s)

Chicago Takes the Reins of Bitcoin Futures Trading

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Clip: 12/14/2017 | 10m 41s | Bitcoin – the most prominent cryptocurrency – is going mainstream in Chicago. (10m 41s)

‘A Christmas Carol’ at Goodman Theatre Celebrates 40th Year

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Clip: 12/14/2017 | 6m 21s | A look at what’s new in the 40th anniversary presentation of a Chicago holiday classic. (6m 21s)