Here Are This Week’s 10 Must-Read Stories
A deep look at Bruce Rauner and his life, “filthy” school buildings, and a revival in River North.
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Will the Bears Make the Playoffs This Season? It May Depend on Turnovers
The Bears won against the 49ers on Sunday thanks to one thing: turnovers. That could just save Chicago’s defense this season.
How Bruce Rauner's Career Explains His Campaign
Political observers are dismayed at the candidate’s lack of specifics on economic policy. But as a businessman, goals and management have always been the first priority for him.
Will the Real Bruce Rauner Please Stand Up?
With the gubernatorial election right around the corner, the superrich Republican candidate remains largely a mystery. Maybe that’s part of the plan.
Even the Cops at Riot Fest Think the Smoking Ban Is 'Stupid'
Surprise: No one at Riot Fest cares much for the recently passed ban on smoking in public parks.
Two Reasons Why You Should Read Native Son
Richard Wright’s classic has a reputation as crude protest literature, but it’s an acute psychological portrait, a suspenseful noir, and a drama of Chicago geography.
Chicago's New Crosswalk Signs are Working Pretty Well
How likely cars are to stop for you to cross the street has a lot to do with the infrastructure—which is slowly improving.
Here Are the 10 Best Stories You Should Read This Week
The history of the Logan Square Megamall, legal wrangling over Vivian Maier, and a witty masterpiece from Judge Richard Posner.
What a Minimum Wage Increase Means in Chicago
Who’s affected, how, and what Rahm’s plan to up the minimum wage to $13 an hour really means.
More from Ketel One® Vodka Presents Chicago’s Modern Hispanic Gentlemen
On August 19, Ketel One® Vodka and Chicago magazine celebrated all three Chicago’s Modern Hispanic Gentlemen honorees: Gonzalo Segares, Salvador Sandoval, and David Munar. Gonzalo Segares was named the Reader’s Choice winner, and Ketel One® Vodka presented him with an additional donation for his selected charity, the Chicago Fire Foundation.