The Woman Who Unlocked the Hurricane's Power
Joanne Simpson became an expert on clouds because she was a pilot, but also because, as her mentor said, scientists’ lack of interest in them made the subject good “for a little girl to study.”
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Check Out These Remarkable Photos of Logan Square in the Early 1900s
Nearly 100 photo postcards will be on display throughout September. Here’s a sneak peek.
Jane Addams Is Not Here to Sell Your Fancy Hotel Rooms
A Michigan Avenue hotel is rebranding as the St. Jane, and the Mother of Social Work is rolling over in her grave.
What Chicago Is Doing—and Can Do—to Prevent a Disastrous Flood
Chicago exists because of epic wastewater engineering. But there’s still a long way to go to prepare for bigger floods in the future.
Move Over, Sue. Here Comes a Titanosaur
The Field Museum is bringing in a newer, bigger skeleton. But where else can you find the world’s largest dinosaurs?
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Citizen Scientists Capture Eerie Images Above the Earth During Solar Eclipse
The 360-degree video and photos taken from 90,000 feet were “not like any images we’d ever seen before,” one of the builders said.
10 Must-Read Stories This Week in Chicago
How to be a paletero, why Chicago detectives aren’t solving murders, and the dangers of fentanyl.
A Guide to Chicago’s Diverse Tech Communities
Looking for advice on pitching, new technical skills, or just a support group that can help guide you through the tech industry? Here’s where to start.