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.
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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.
From Jump Shot to Cover Shot
Go inside the cover shot for the June issue of Chicago, featuring Chicago Sky star Elena Delle Donne. Look for the issue on newsstands next week, with an extended photo gallery online.
"Aloha" Billboard Removed Despite—Or Because of—Cult Following
Logan Square residents bid adieu (or, “aloha”) to the billboard after more than a year.
A Nervous Cyclist's Guide to Biking More
(No matter how much you bike now.)