Meet Chicago’s Funniest Writer
Razor sharp and uncensored, blogger Samantha Irby bares it all in her first book of essays.
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Why Is Michael Bloomberg Endorsing Bill Daley for Governor?
You’d think that the New York mayor would endorse the rich, smart Republican candidate with the background in business.
An Obama Ambassador Is the New Chief of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs
As Obama prepares to address the nation tonight, Ivo Daalder weighs on the mess in Syria, Chicago’s potential role as a hub of foreign policy, and more.
Notre Dame’s Morris Inn Reopens in Time for Fighting Irish Football
This week: Better souvenirs, faster Wi-Fi comes to JetBlue, and what a trip through the Heartland can teach you
Jim Thompson Says Those $669,608 State Capitol Doors Are a Bargain
And the $157,652 for sculptures of two robed maidens? Money well spent.
Squirrels Will Not Destroy Chicago's Electrical Infrastructure (Probably)
Blame squirrels on power outages all you want. But the real problem is in the outdated, vulnerable grid technology in Illinois and the U.S.
Chicago's Strange History With Pneumatic Tubes
The Hyperloop may be in the news now, but shuttles powered by a burst of air were supposed to be the future of transportation in Chicago a century ago.
10 Brutal Photos of Poor Jay Cutler Getting Sacked
With a new coach and a reloaded O-line, the Bears’ quarterback won’t suffer so much punishment this season. Right?
Where To See Transformers 4 Filming in Chicago (Updated)
You’re not the only person on the hunt for a Dinobot sighting in Chicago.
Mike Bloomberg and Rich Daley: A Look at How Two Big Mayors Leave Office
At the end of this year, New York’s mayor of 12 years steps down. The farewell may not look like Rich Daley’s in Chicago.