How Jason Heyward Is Fixing His Swing
After a brutal 2016 at the plate, he’s gone back to his approach from early in his career—and very early on, it seems to be working.
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It's Been One Year Since Mayor Emanuel Put a "Down Payment" on Police Reform
But has the bill been paid in full?
Will a Vote in Congress Strike Down a Plan to Help Illinois Workers Save for Retirement?
The Secure Choice plan, signed into law in 2015 and expected to start this year, is in danger.
10 Great Stories to Read This Week
Chicago’s best new restaurants, how Rick Bayless launched his career, and Illinois’s high-tech highway.
3 Things to Know About the Officers in the United Airlines Fiasco
The 300-member unarmed airport police force is facing national scrutiny after officers dragged a passenger off a United flight.
Illinoisians Are Willing to Pay More Taxes to Help the Poor
Just don’t ask us where exactly the money should go.
Jobs in Chicago's Tech Boom: Perception vs. Reality
Our city was recently named the top emerging tech hub by the IT staffing firm Modis, so we scoured job boards to see what kind of talent is being lured.
Another Way Illinois Shoots Itself in the Foot When Defunding Colleges
It’s not just about educating students—colleges are proven to spur economic growth by their very existence.
2017 Carson’s Spring New & Now Fashion Show
APRIL 1, 2017—Fashion lovers caught a glimpse of new spring arrivals while enjoying some sips, sweets, and tunes. Carson’s at Yorktown Center opened its doors early for private shopping, followed by a runway show hosted by style expert and fashion blogger Jordan Dechambre. Attendees also indulged in beauty consultations and exclusive gifts.
Art for Life Chicago Benefit
Over 350 people gathered to celebrate the inaugural Art for Life Chicago benefit. The event, which raised over $75,000, is a juried art exhibition and live and silent auction whose raised funds benefit those living with and vulnerable to HIV/AIDS. The auction included work from famous professional artists to new and emerging artists, and was … Read more