If You've Filed a FOIA in Chicago, Thank Harold Washington
The late mayor’s administration opened up city information in unprecedented ways. But it wasn’t just good-government practices; it was also a political wedge issue.
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Where Is the ‘Gravitas’ in the Mayoral Race?
Mark Kirk endorsed Rahm Emanuel for his “gravitas with the bond market,” despite Moody’s recent downgrade. What does he mean?
This Week's 10 Must-Read Stories
Minnie Minoso, Steve Dahl, CPD’s ‘black site,’ and more news this week
N'DIGO's Publisher Wants to Know What Chuy and Rahm Will Do for Our Neighborhoods
Hermene Hartman has some harsh words for Wilson and Rahm, but she’s still not sure who she’s voting for in the April 7 runoff.
Minnie Minoso on Chicago, and on Getting Paid His Worth
The beloved outfielder could drive a hard bargain and take a hard pitch. The city loved him back, and he decided to make it home for the rest of his life.
Athleta Oak Street Store Opening Party
January 30, 2015—Athleta hosted 400 guests at their Gold Coast store opening on the corner of Oak and Rush. VIP attendees enjoyed a pre-party at CorePower Yoga and traveled to the opening in an Athleta-branded double-decker bus. Guests were treated to light hors d’oeuvres from Fig and Olive, wine from 90+ Cellars, and mini spa … Read more
More from the Athleta Oak Street Store Opening Party
January 30, 2015—Athleta Oak Street held its grand opening party where guests enjoyed shopping for trendy athletic wear, sampling light food and drinks, and entering to win fantastic prizes, including Athleta gift cards, CorePower Yoga classes, an Elina Organics spa treatment, and a Grand Geneva Resort & Spa getaway.
Chicago: Highly Segregated by Any Measure
By 1940, Chicago was more racially segregated than Richmond, Virginia—the capital of the Confederacy—and any other major Southern city.
Father Hesburgh and His Close Friendship with Ann Landers
The late Notre Dame president was a confidante of the famous Chicago advice columnist.
How Jeanne Gang Works
The local architectural legend takes a tour through her recent work—past, future, and speculative—finding influence in turtle shells, basements, and the palette of Chicago.