Will the United States Turn Into Illinois?
If the federal government defaults, that’s the best-case scenario.
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Eight Ridiculous Local TV Ads Starring Chicago Athletes
Don’t ask why. Just watch.
Lars Peter Hansen: The Forgotten Nobel Prize Winner
The University of Chicago economist’s award for scary math gets overshadowed by his famous peers.
Chicago Has the Perfect Infrastructure for a Massive Drug Trade
Geography and transportation, two keys to establishing the city in its early years, make it a narcotics metropolis today.
Can Eric Lefkofsky Turn Groupon Around?
The new CEO may be dealing with an impossible mission.
This May Be Jay Cutler's Best Season Ever
The Bears might finally have the quarterback they need. It only took Cutler five years to get here.
Dan Savage Does Not Back Down From a Fight
Sex columnist and gay rights activist Dan Savage on boycotting Russian vodka, giving advice, facing criticism, and how Chicago has changed in his lifetime.
Welcome to the New Chicago
Above: We went back to the drawing board—and the cork board—to improve both the print and online editions of Chicago magazine. Photo: Ratko Radojcic This is an exciting time for Chicago magazine. With the November issue, on newsstands this week, our print edition introduces a major redesign, including a brand-new logo. The result is fantastic. … Read more
Michael Ferro Isn't Worried
Morale is in the tank. Cash is burning. PR blunders abound. But nearly two years after becoming the biggest owner of the Chicago Sun-Times, this tech entrepreneur still believes he can transform the reeling newspaper industry.
How Tammy Duckworth Is Dealing With the Government Shutdown
The rookie Congresswoman has an inside view of the shutdown’s effects—in particular, on veterans like herself.