Illinois Voters Increasingly Think We Need New Revenues to Fix This Mess
The number of people who think that the state’s only problems are “unnecessary programs” and “waste and inefficiency” is falling—and they really don’t like mental-health cuts.
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9 Incredible Things You Might Not Know About Jose Abreu
When Jose Abreu sat down with writer Michael E. Miller in January, it was the first time the White Sox star had openly talked about his leaving Cuba more than a year earlier. The resulting story, “Who is Jose Abreu?," appears in the April issue of Chicago, and it is remarkable indeed. Here are some of the highlights. He … Read more
Who Is Jose Abreu?
After defecting from Cuba, the Sox slugger had one of the best rookie seasons ever. Yet his story has remained largely a mystery. Until now.
What to Look for When You’re Looking for a Retirement Community
Andrea Donovan, 57, owner of Senior Living Advisors in Riverside, has analyzed 450 retirement homes in the Chicago area. Here are her tips for finding the right match.
Garcia Says He Won’t Have Budget Details Before Election Day
In an exclusive interview, the mayoral candidate maps out how he’s going to beat Rahm Emanuel on April 7.
Kanye West Is Getting an Honorary Doctorate from the School of the Art Institute. Cool.
The lifelong art, architecture, and design nerd has used his rap career as a “Trojan horse” back into his first love, and SAIC is giving him the recognition.
Where to See Local Wildlife in Chicago
A recent study showed that 2,000 coyotes live in Chicago. But they’re not the only wildlife roaming the streets.
Could Cap and Trade Help Fix Illinois's Budget Mess?
California is bringing in substantial revenues from its carbon dioxide-emissions auctions, while a similar plan for Illinois is in the legislature.
10 Must-Read Stories for This Week
Where to Buy Now, how the White Sox rebuilt, and more on Chuy Garcia’s proposed budget
Aaron Schock Is No Longer the Sexiest Congressman Alive
The Peoria representative resigned today following allegations of improper spending.