What Went Wrong with Union Station?
Much of its glory was lost in 1969 with the demolition of its vibrant concourse. But a lot of it remains—shuttered to the public, but in surprisingly good shape.
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Danny Davis Will Endorse Andrea Zopp for U.S. Senate
The nine-term congressman sides with Zopp over his seatmate Tammy Duckworth in the Democratic race.
Secret Supper at Swift & Sons
November 9, 2015—Chicago magazine hosted more than 70 guests at Swift & Sons—one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2015—for this year’s fourth and final Secret Supper. Ticket holders didn’t know which restaurant they would be dining at until the morning of the event. Executive Chef Chris Panel and Executive Pastry Chef Meg Galus … Read more
The Best Charities in Chicago
20 standout nonprofits to support this season
Cards Against Humanity Releases Its Third—and Final—Holiday Gift Set
You can now buy Eight Sensible Gifts for Hanukkah—but be quick. There aren’t many spots left.
10 Must-Read Stories for This Week in Chicago
Home Alone, Tyshawn Lee, Chicago Bulls, and more
White Middle-Aged Americans Are Dying Earlier Than Before—But That's Not All
A new study finds that mortality among white, middle-aged Americans increased dramatically in the 21st century. But there’s more to the study than death rates.
What Exactly Will Spike Lee Satirize in Chi-Raq?
Is it the gangs? The city? Everyone?
Joseph Wright, Cannabis King
The state’s medical marijuana czar explains the hurdles still facing prescription pot as it goes on sale in Illinois for the first time.
24th Annual Daniel H. Burnham Award Dinner
November 3, 2015—Hundreds of Chicagoland’s business, civic and government leaders joined the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce as it honored Northern Trust Chairman and CEO Frederick H. Waddell with the 2015 Daniel H. Burnham Award for Distinguished Leadership on November 3 at the Hilton Chicago.