CPS Has a New CEO (Again). Here's What to Know
Another scandal, another schools chief ousted. Janice Jackson, former CPS teacher and alumna, takes the reins.
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In Honor of Devin Hester’s Retirement, Let’s All Remember That Time He Raced a Cheetah
The former Bears receiver tallied 20 career return touchdowns, 14 punt return touchdowns, and one win against the globe’s fastest mammal.
"Craftivist" Shannon Downey Reflects on a Year of Angry Cross Stitching
The local artist, whose feminist designs have gone viral this year, explains the origin of her work and her plans for 2018.
Best Case Scenario for a Widely Ridiculed Sports Trade
The Bears may have been the laughingstock of the NFL draft—but Mitch Trubisky might just pay off.
Tribune Photo Book Offers Impressive Look at City's Lesser Known History
Not a bad Christmas gift for the Chicago nerd in your family
What Does 2018 Hold for Left-Wing Democrats?
From Daniel Biss’s first (shortlived) pick for a running mate to Virginia’s election of Lee Carter, Democrats are contending with a new political reality.
CTA's Holiday Train Is Bringing Santa to a Station Near You
Who says reindeer can't survive underground?
These Are the Best Things that Popped Up This Year
Have we hit peak pop-up? Here are the ones that really stood out to us this year.
The Meghan Markle Tour of Northwestern University
Retrace the future duchess’s steps around her alma mater.
Daniel Biss on His “Fight for the Soul” of the Democratic Party
The gubernatorial candidate discusses his views on Mike Madigan, leaving the University of Chicago to run for the Illinois House, and juggling flaming torches.