Well-Off Millennials Are Flooding Chicago's Rental Market
Demand, politics, and financing fuel more high-density, high-rent apartment complexes. But meeting the need for affordable housing is more difficult, and that need is rising.
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Meet Sporty, the Downtown Dog Who Walks Himself
He’s a surefire way to put smiles on the faces of grumpy Loop commuters.
Benefit Chicago Hopes Investors Will Bet on Community Projects
The $100 million effort, backed by MacArthur, aims to reduce barriers for investors to put money into nonprofits and social enterprises—while making a decent return.
Chicago Is Face of Everyday Gun Violence in New Katie Couric Doc
“Under the Gun,” which airs Sunday night, visits Chicago to show how gun violence hurts communities of color.
What the Motorola Upheaval Means for Chicago
It’s been almost two years since the Chinese tech titan Lenovo bought Motorola Mobility. The newly christened Moto has been shedding employees and top execs. What’s next?
What Else Does That New York Times Poll Tell Us About Chicago?
You may have heard: Chicagoans are dissatisfied with the direction of our city. We dig deeper into the data.
Here Are the 10 Stories You Should Read This Week
Remaking Goose Island, why the Cubs’ great record isn’t a fluke, and the complicated life of Pierre Loury.
U. of C. Economics Professor Teaches Balance Through Kendo
Kotaro Yoshida, economics PhD and accomplished kendoka, says simplicity ties the two disciplines together.
Tammy Duckworth vs. Mark Kirk: Who Will Win?
The two politicians are in a dead heat in what could be the most contentious—and most important—Senate race in the country.