A Brief History of Chicago's Other Haunted Hotel
OK, so Congress Plaza gets all the flashy ghost coverage, but venerable Drake Hotel has its own share of eerie stories.
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An Incomplete List of Things Chicagoans Have Vowed to Do to the Bean
Or in front of it.
Rich Koz
The Svengoolie host, 65, on horror films, stick-on mustaches, and Mark Hamill
This Halloween, Get to Know Some Real Bats—They Need Our Help
Bat monitoring at local schools has become popular—and increasingly important, as officials nationwide scramble to save the bat population from the deadly White Nose Syndrome.
Susan G. Komen Chicago’s Ignite the Fight Gala
On October 21, Susan G. Komen Chicago celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Month and its 20th anniversary with a pink bridge lighting ceremony and the Ignite the Fight Gala, hosted by television personality Mario Lopez. The gala honored more than 20 influential Chicagoans for their support and leadership in the fight against breast cancer and raised … Read more
Gold Coast Fashion Award Show 2017
Co-chairs Megan Hodes and Kristina Nicolas hosted the Children’s Service Board’s 62nd annual signature event October 12. Held at Revel Fulton Market, the fashion show featured models walking the runway in fall looks from Neiman Marcus, and later, Children’s Service Board President Nicole Legere honored designer Pamella Roland with the Award of Excellence. The night … Read more
Jeff Flake Is Taking a (Rhetorical) Stand, and It Just Might Matter
The Republican senator announced his retirement with a shot across the bow against the leader of his party. He might achieve more by running for re-election—but mere rhetoric is part of the equation.
Penny Pollack
Chicago’s retiring dining editor, 70, on DIY trends, anonymity, and Italian beef
10 Must-Read Stories This Week in Chicago
Mothers reclaiming Chicago’s street corners, an addict’s unlikely redemption, and a definitive ranking of the city’s best steakhouses.
We Ran the Numbers on the $1.4 Billion of Tax Credits Offered to Amazon
Considering the proposed tax credits, along with sweeteners from the city (for both the company and city residents), is this a good deal for Illinois and Chicago?