The Cubs’ Secret Weapon? Kale, Naturally

Dawn Jackson Blatner, the team’s nutrition consultant and author of The Superfood Swap, out December 27, shares how she fueled the Cubs for their stellar season. Beets and kale “The nitrates in these veggies open up blood vessels to get more oxygen to the brain and muscles.” Photos: iStock Matcha The green tea naturally contains a … Read more

Where Republicans Live in Chicago

Chicago may be synonymous with the Dems, but there are exceptions. You just need to know where to look.   41 50 19 41st Ward 18% of voters pulled Republican ballots in the March primary This northwest nook, which includes the suburb-like neighborhoods Norwood Park and Edison Park (popular with police officers and firefighters), is … Read more