Illinois Lawmakers Just Can't Keep Their Hands Off Other People's Money
State Rep. Connie Howard just pled guilty to spending $28,000 from a scholarship fund she created. Here we go again.
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How a City Council Watchdog Ruined Alderman Joe Moore's Birthday
The alderman got a “Champions of Change” honor from the President on his 55th birthday. But legislative inspector general Faisal Khan spoiled the gift.
The City Council Just Gave the Cubs' Owners Exactly What They Wanted
Yesterday’s approval for the Wrigley renovation is good news for the Ricketts.
Welcome to Cook, One of America's Safest Counties
City life has its risks. But the likelihood you’ll sustain a mortal injury here is lower than in a deathtrap like central Wisconsin.
How Desirée Rogers Will Sell Chicago to Tourists
The Johnson Publishing CEO explains how she’ll bring 50 million visitors to Chicago in her new tourism board chairmanship.
Rahm Backs an Independent Budget Office—But Is He Just Pulling a Fast One?
The mayor just indicated support for a new department to analyze the city’s financial deals. Will it get the resources it needs to do the job right?
Jeanne Gang to Design Spectacular, Social New University of Chicago Dorm
The architect’s vision for the campus adds panoramic city views and “cascading house lounges” to introduce students in the cloistered neighborhood to Chicago and each other.
How Giant Salaries and Brutal Hours Ruined Big Law
What was once a stable, rational upper-middle-class job followed the economy up and over a cliff. It destabilized lawyers and wrecked the whole industry.
Why the National Media Keep Beating Up On Chicago
There are a few reasons Time, Vice, and the New York Times have found a big, easy target here.
Instant Itinerary: Take a Spectacular Last-Minute Summer Road Trip to Michigan
This week, we present a ready-made, three-town itinerary along Michigan’s scenic coast.