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Why the Smartest People in the Midwest All Move To Chicago

Why the Smartest People in the Midwest All Move To Chicago

Edward McClelland explains how Chicago rose above the Rust Belt cities to become the undisputed star of the Midwest, in an excerpt from his new book, Nothin' But Blue Skies.

Five Great Food Vacations for Chicago Travelers With an Appetite

Five Great Food Vacations for Chicago Travelers With an Appetite

The best summer getaways for the city's foodies are on the west coast, around our region, and in Canada. Be there (and be hungry) in 4 hours or less.

Theaster Gates: The Rise of an Unconventional Art Star

Theaster Gates: The Rise of an Unconventional Art Star

Theaster Gates believes that good art can rescue bad neighborhoods. Here’s how he has convinced the international art world to buy into his vision.

The Six Most Exciting Chicago Restaurants Opening Soon

The Six Most Exciting Chicago Restaurants Opening Soon

Here's a preview of new restaurants coming to town this spring and beyond. Stay hungry.

Chicago's Ten Best New Budget Restaurants

Chicago’s Ten Best New Budget Restaurants

Reno, Oiistar, En Hakkore, and seven more tasty new places to eat on the cheap.

Can Anthony Rizzo Break the Cubs Curse?

Can Anthony Rizzo Break the Cubs Curse?

There are high hopes at Wrigley for the 23-year-old slugger.

Chicago's Criminals Are Getting Away With Murder

Chicago’s Criminals Are Getting Away With Murder

Only 132 of Chicago's 507 murders were solved last year. Why is the Chicago Police Department struggling to bring so many killers to justice?

Why Chicago’s Spineless City Council Just Can't Say No

Why Chicago’s Spineless City Council Just Can’t Say No

Nearly two years after Rahm barreled into office, aldermen are still rubber-stamping everything he wants. Here's why the trend is so troubling for Chicago's citizens.

The 2013 Green Awards

The 2013 Green Awards

20 Reasons Aleksandar Hemon Will Never Leave Chicago

20 Reasons Aleksandar Hemon Will Never Leave Chicago

In an excerpt from his new book (due out March 19), the Bosnian refugee turned literary star lists what he loves about his adopted hometown.

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