How World War II Pilots Trained on Cruise Ships in Lake Michigan
Nearly 150 planes crashed (and 15,000 pilots were trained) on Lake Michigan from 1942 to 1945.
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How One Just-OK Outfielder Made the White Sox Way Better
The acquisition of Austin Jackson set off a chain of positional changes that’s drastically improved the surprising team’s outfield defense.
How Much Would Ferris Bueller’s Bill Be Today?
To paraphrase Ferris, life sure does move pretty fast: The classic coming-of-age film turns 30 in June. Here’s what you would shell out nowadays to replicate his famous day off.
Is It Possible to Take Away Police Officer Dante Servin’s Pension?
Considering Jon Burge, the notorious police commander who tortured dozens of suspects, still collects his pension, it’s easier said than done.
The 10 Best Stories to Read This Week
Hip hop’s men of steel, black picket fences in Kenwood, and Playboy’s architecture of seduction
The Alzheimer’s Association 29th Annual Rita Hayworth Gala
May 7, 2016—The Alzheimer’s Association 29th annual Chicago Rita Hayworth Gala returned to the Hilton as one of the national organization’s biggest fundraisers. More than 800 guests enjoyed a cocktail reception with the high-energy CoverGirls violin show, three-course dinner, program, auctions, and live music by Orchestra 33’s Party Gras. The 2016 gala raised more than … Read more
The Far-Right Megadonor from Lake Forest
Richard Uihlein, CEO of Uline, is considered one of the most courted donors on the far right.
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.
Elena Delle Donne
You may not know the name, but Elena Delle Donne is the best female basketball player on the planet. And she’s right in your backyard. The kicker: Her rise almost ended before it began.
Meet Sporty, the Downtown Dog Who Walks Himself
He’s a surefire way to put smiles on the faces of grumpy Loop commuters.