Bouncers Are Putting Their Lives on the Line to Keep Bars Safe
Dangerous encounters, Jedi mind tricks, and kinship among bouncers after a string of recent shootings.
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Could Hillary Help Repair Rahm’s Reputation?
Hillary Clinton is keeping her distance. But as Rahm Emanuel claws back into favor, she might be his best ally.
How Much Worse Are the Cubs Without Kyle Schwarber?
Robbed of their entertaining young power prodigy, the team can still turn to two prospects with comparable ceilings.
How to Train for a 100-Mile Bike Ride
Jordan Grauer shares his 12-week plan.
An Anthem for the 2016 Cubs: “The Goat Is On Fire”
Plenty of Cubs-related songs have popped up over the years. Some have been peppy and lovable, like Johnny Frigo’s “Hey Hey Holy Mackerel” (1969). Others, such as Eddie Vedder’s turgid “All the Way” (2008) are earnest clunkers. Then you’ve got the ones that can barely hide their contempt for us all, ranging from Steve Goodman’s … Read more
The Fish-pocalypse Is Nigh!
Too many predators and invasive mussels have decimated the lake’s fish population—and the Asian carp aren’t even here yet.
10 Stories You Should Read This Week
On Trump fans’ rage, the Purple Hotel’s architect, and the rebirth of Jake Arrieta.
Daybreaker Is Chicago’s Weirdest Dance Party
This rave happens at sunrise—and is completely sober.
The Cubs' Joe Maddon Is Keeping It Weird (And Thank Goodness for That)
Why mimes and pajamas are part of a winning managerial style
The Rent Is Too Damn High in Chicago (And Most Places)
Rents in some of Chicago’s poorest neighborhoods aren’t that much lower than rents in some of its wealthier ones—but it’s a nationwide problem.