Christmas in July: I Faced My Fears at Santa’s Village
Nobody serves up a sweaty, nostalgia-filled day of summer fun like the big guy in the red suit.
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When America First Realized It Had a Problem With Health-Care Costs
A group of experts gathered in Chicago 85 years ago to figure out how to pay for health care. The fight was nasty then, and it’s only gotten nastier.
How Pokémon Go Fest Turned Into a Pokéflop
Watch these Pokémon Go fans go from ecstatic to despondent when technical issues brought the fest to a halt.
How Does Chicago's Sanctuary Law Stack Up Against Other Cities?
You don’t have to look too far to find a city with more protective laws.
Colonel Jennifer Pritzker Disputes Trump's Claims About Transgender Military Personnel
The billionaire retired U.S. Army officer, who came out four years ago, has offered to help the president find “a better solution.”
Can Chicago Fight Violence with Summer Jobs?
The promising One Summer Plus program passed a second test, showing benefits for an even harder-to-reach group of youths.
10 Great Stories You Should Read This Week
The cost to treat a gunshot wound, South Shore’s slice of wildlife, and WGN’s conservative suitor.
Nationwide Women and Weed Group Kicks Off in Chicago
Want to avoid the “bong guys” who dominate weed culture? This local tech entrepreneur is carving out a space for women to talk about cannabis and wellness.
A Locals’ Guide to Navigating MLS All-Star Week
The hordes will be descending as we host one of the most popular sports teams on the planet. Here’s how to embrace—or simply survive—the festivities.
Here's What's New About that Maddening TIF Investigation
It’s a long-controversial program, but the Better Government Association and Crain’s uncover an example of just how misused the funds can be.