CHSN's Clay Harbor joins Chicago Sports Tonight
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CHSN's Clay Harbor joins Tina Nguyen on a Friday edition of CST! Clay explains why he prefers the Bears to sign Trey Hendrickson versus trade for Maxx Crosby, and they discuss whether Caleb Williams is already the best QB in Bears franchise history. Plus, Clay puts on his GM hat and gives us some of his Bears free agent targets this offseason. Also, which would be more surprising; the Bears missing the playoffs or winning the Super Bowl next season?

ICE shooting vigil, winter weather & Chicago’s hidden gems | Week in Review
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On this episode of “Week in Review,” a vigil grows in Minneapolis after a shooting involving ICE, troubling new details emerge in the stabbing death of a pregnant woman, and Indiana lawmakers pass a utility relief bill. We also look at charges against a suburban spa owner accused of secretly recording clients, a bizarre duplicate license plate mystery leading to tickets, and a Chicago man nearing release after a possible wrongful conviction. Plus, THC drinks could soon be sold at the United Center, winter weather makes its mark nationwide, questions swirl over whether Terrence Lee is AI, and a mystery vending machine celebrates Chicago Pride. We’ll also take you to Brookfield Zoo, say goodbye to a popular Chicago brewery, turn snow into sculpture in Lake Geneva, spotlight Barry Butler’s stunning winter photography, and wrap up with hidden gems in “Secret Chicago.”

CPS students share unforgettable night with Sir Ian McKellen at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
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Hundreds of CPS students packed the Chicago Shakespeare Theater for a special, students-only event where legendary actor Sir Ian McKellen reflected on his 65-year career, shared iconic stories, and even invited students on stage—an experience they won’t soon forget.

Ted Dabrowski for governor, app to call Congress | The Chicago Report
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Tonight: J.B. Pritzker has launched his reelection campaign - we meet one of the republicans hoping to unseat him. CPS is losing students at an alarming rate - and could look vastly different in ten years. Will more schools have to shutter? And how you can personally have a political impact -- the non profit organization coaching voters on how to call and demand things from their elected representatives. 

Study shows declining CPS enrollment | The Chicago Report
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A new study out concludes Chicago Public Schools is losing a staggering 10,000 students every year. And it's lost 100,000 in the last 20 years. How low can the population go, and can the city turn this decline around? Joining us now is Hal Woods of the group Kids First Illinois - who put out the report.

Calling Congress with '5 Calls' app
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So do you feel like things are overwhelming these days and you want to make a difference, but you're not sure how?  Five-calls is making waves on social media in the wake of the deadly shooting of Alexi Pretti in Minneapolis.  It's an app that helps constituents contact members of Congress.  As influencers, activists, and everyday people wade into public policy conversations, many are turning to tools like 5 calls to streamline civic engagement.  It works by aggregating contact information giving users a direct line to local and federal officials to urge action on issues. Joining us now is Nick O'Neill, the founder of Five Calls.

Ted Dabrowski running for Illinois Gov. | The Chicago Report
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Believe it or not - we are only weeks away from early voting here in the 2026 primary elections. There are several contested races to think about - one of them is the race for Governor. J.B. Pritzker is uncontested on the democratic side to seek a third term leading Illinois. But several candidates are vying to be the nominee on the republican side - and tonight we meet one, Ted Dabrowski - a North Shore businessman and former policy analyst for the publication Wirepoints.

FBI agents spend hours searching Fulton County election facility

Federal agents carried out a law enforcement action Wednesday at a Fulton County election facility located in Fairburn.

Shirley Raines, 'Beauty 2 The Streetz' founder, dies at 58

Beauty 2 The Streetz founder and activist Shirley Raines, affectionately known as "Ms. Shirley," has died, leaving behind a profound legacy of advocacy for the homeless in Los Angeles and Nevada.

Illinois taking action as sexual assault survivors face ER delays
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More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.

Illinois taking action as sexual assault survivors face ER delays

More than 400,000 people experience sexual violence in the U.S. each year, but many survivors face delays or are turned away from emergency rooms that lack specially trained nurses. A Unit 32 special report examines the nationwide shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners, the impact on survivors, and how new Illinois laws aim to improve access to timely, trauma-informed care.

Greg Bovino to return to 'old job' in El Centro, California after Alex Pretti shooting: Reports

Gregory Bovino is reportedly being moved from his role as Border Patrol’s “Commander of Operation At Large" back to his former post overseeing CBP operations in El Centro, a shift described as a demotion.

Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams face a pivotal offseason | Chicago Sports Tonight
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Cassie and Tina are joined by 670 The Score's David Haugh and The Bigs' Herb Howard on CST. The panel previews a pivotal offseason ahead for the Bears. What is the future of WR DJ Moore? Which QB tier is Caleb Williams currently in, and what are his expectations in year 3? Plus, they each give their best moment from a special 2025-26 season.

Bears stadium talks, extreme cold & Indiana utility bills | Week in Review
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On this episode of “Week in Review,” we break down Indiana’s push to lure the Bears, skyrocketing utility bills and how shelters are responding during brutal cold. We also look at a devastating church fire, housing discrimination questions following an ICE raid, City Council action on hemp products and major development decisions across the region. Plus, updates on Bally’s casino construction, a new Amazon store coming to Orland Park and Chicago nominees for the James Beard Awards.