The Benefits of Food Stamps Go Far Beyond Nutrition
You may know SNAP as an economic and public-health aid. But it can also benefit children during early childhood education and even in prenatal development.
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The Chicago Athletes to Watch at the Winter Olympics
Meet the skater, curler, bobsledders, and hockey player most likely to bring home a medal at Sochi.
Shani Davis Was the Fastest Skater in the World
At Sochi this month, the gold medalist from Chicago—approaching retirement, recovering from an injury, and training on his own—could prove that he still is.
The Truth About Valerie Jarrett, Mystery Woman of the White House
The close adviser and friend of the Obamas is one of DC’s most powerful people—but what exactly does she do?
How an Urban Grid Prevents Atlanta's Heart-Attack Traffic
Chicago’s basic layout looks boring, but it does give you a lot of ways to get home.
Why Ice Shuts Down Southern Cities
Midwesterners are always mystified when a little bit of winter precipitation causes chaos down South. But the problem’s actually worse down there than up here.
A Complete Q&A with Ray LaHood
The former Peoria congressman and transportation secretary has a new law-firm job and no desire to go back to government work.
Why Aren't More Americans Mad About Rising Inequality and Unemployment?
New research suggests a lot of people don’t think they can do anything about it.
Where's the CHA in Chicago's New Housing Plan?
Despite a mountain of surplus cash and a waiting list thousands deep, the Chicago Housing Authority is just a footnote in a broad new five-year proposal.
If You're Rich, You Probably Think You Deserve It. Here's Why.
Economists and political scientists are all about inequality right now. But what does psychology have to add?