Let's Get Political: Local Swag for the 2016 Election
Celebrate or scorn your candidate of choice with these locally made goods.
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The Phyllis Schlafly I Knew
The staunchly conservative activist, who detested modern feminism and loved nuclear weapons (and recently endorsed Donald Trump), died last weekend at age 92.
More from Best of Chicago 2016
August 11, 2016—Best of Chicago attendees were treated to a photo opportunity provided by Kia Motors.
The History and Power of Chicago’s Block Clubs
Amanda Seligman’s new book Chicago’s Block Clubs: How Neighbors Shape the City uncovers the history of these little-studied groups. Here’s what we learned.
10 Must-Read Stories for This Week
A South Side singer joins CPD, explaining the Array of Things, and becoming an art history sleuth
Two Reasons to Worry About the Cubs Not Winning the World Series (That Aren't Curses)
No matter how good you are at baseball, the odds are stacked against you.
My Life Without Makeup: Alicia Keys Won't Regret Her Decision
On Alicia Keys’ no-makeup pledge, my own 50-year boycott, and vanity on the campaign trail
Best of Chicago 2016
AUGUST 11, 2016—Over 700 guests came to the trendy, industrial space Morgan Manufacturing in the West Loop for Chicago magazine’s annual Best of Chicago event presented by Wintrust Financial. This year’s celebration sponsored by, CAVA hummus & dips, Gibsons, The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Vitani and Wild Garden, showcased the people, places, and things that ranked at … Read more
The Array of Things Is Coming to Chicago (and the World)
The first two fixtures, equipped with a wide array of sensors, have been installed, with hundreds more to follow. Here’s what they do (and what they don’t do).
When Someone on the Internet Is Wrong, It’s Dan Evon’s Job to Set Them Right
Thanks to presidential politics and social media, the Snopes writer has his hands full.