10 Must-Read Stories for This Week in Chicago
Karen Lewis speaks out about CPS, Mellody Hobson gives some business advice, and more
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The Five Best Geological Features on the South Side
Gentle Reader, there’s more to the South Side than just a so-called chip on its shoulder.
Karen Lewis Fires Back About Elected School Boards and the Chance for a Strike
The outspoken head of the Chicago Teachers Union had a lot to say about ex-CPS board member Henry Bienen’s recent comments.
Why More ‘Transit-Oriented Development’ Could Mean Lower Rent
New rules proposed by the mayor would allow for increased density and relax parking requirements. The goal is lower rents and more affordable housing, but issues of equity fall along familiar geographic lines.
Henry Bienen: The CTU 'Has Never Met a Reform It Likes'
The ex-board member for CPS and interim head of the Poetry Foundation talked CPS troubles, union demands, and more.
'Brave in Chiraq' Documentary Goes Beyond the Violence
A short doc looks at locals who are trying to prevent violence on the South Side by giving kids something to do.
10 Must-Read Stories for This Week in Chicago
Fatal police shootings, problems with petcoke, and more
What Grade Would You Give Governor Bruce Rauner?
Six months in, how is Gov. Rauner doing?
Indiana Police Pulled the Plug on Chief Keef’s Hologram. Can They Do That?
The city of Hammond shut down a music festival after he made a virtual appearance. It might be a First Amendment problem—unless a case can be made that Keef’s identity by itself causes violence.
Guys, You’re Disgusting
This brave commuter took a small, informal survey of hand-washing habits at a Union Station men’s room. The results were grim.