Duriel Lyke’s Year of Recovery
Last Fourth of July weekend, 103 people were shot in Chicago in less than 108 hours—one of most violent stretches in city history. Here, the story of one of the 88 victims who survived.
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Last-Minute Ideas for the Unfortunate Wednesday Fourth of July
The holiday falls on the bummerest of days this year, but there’s still time for a micro-weekend.
Remembering Hazel Barr, Doyenne of Chicago Society
The “Duchess of DuPage,” who spent decades raising money for the Service Club, died today at 89.
Photos: Chicago's Dog Beaches
The Montrose and Belmont dog beaches are very good places for very good pups.
Meet the Photographer Capturing Chicago from a Helicopter
Jessyca Malina is a news camera operator and passionate aerial photographer.
Q&A: Daniel Carcillo on Hockey and His Crusade Against Traumatic Brain Injuries
The former Blackhawk, a two-time Stanley Cup champion, recently brought a lawsuit against the NHL, part of a fight that began after the death of his friend and teammate Steve Montador.
Photos: World Cup Watch Party at Mi Tierra in Little Village
Mexico lost pretty badly—but an early defeat of Germany, plus South Korea’s defeat of the defending champs, allowed Team Mexico to escape to the next round. Photographer Max Herman caught the action at a famous restaurant.
10 Stories You Should Read This Week
Local creatives on Virgil Abloh’s high-fashion debut, extreme community policing in Rockford, the high cost of Uber and Lyft, and more.
Whether to Read, Listen, or Silently Stare While Commuting in Chicago
The decision can make or break a commute.
How Chicago Can Get People into Better Neighborhoods with Housing Vouchers
Allowing more expensive vouchers in central neighborhoods could benefit recipients without costing more money overall.