Remember Rita? Documentary Digs Into Illinois's Most Interesting Embezzlement
When Rita Crundwell stole $53 million from Dixon, Illinois, in 2012, the feds called it the largest case of municipal fraud in U.S. history.
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Guitarist Isaiah Sharkey on Playing at the Storied Velvet Lounge as a Kid
The rhythm and blues musician discusses Chicago’s rich musical tradition, touring with John Mayer, and more.
10 Things You Should Do This Week in Chicago
Crystal: A Breakthrough Ice Experience, My Brother, My Brother and Me, Chicago Dance Crash, Aminé, Eleanor Friedberger, and more
Undercover FBI Agents Con the Con Man in Chasing Phil
David Howard’s new book explores the FBI’s first undercover operation into white collar crime to wrangle a sophisticated fraudster from Chicago.
You’ve Never Seen Gwendolyn Brooks Like This Before
To cap off a celebration of her 100th birthday, “No Blue Memories” tells the life story of Chicago’s Pulitzer Prize-winning poet.
The Return of Chickenman, Chicago's Forgotten Superhero
The popular radio series, which influenced a young Ira Glass in the ’60s, is revived in podcast form.
Iconic Auditorium Theatre Celebrates 50 Years Since Grand Reopening
The venue’s CEO discusses its spectacular history and aspirations for its future.
Top 10 Things to Do this Week in Chicago
Kelly Anderson Dance Theatre, Re:sound Live!, Chicago International Movies and Music Fest, Faye Driscoll, Escape to Margaritaville, and more
Alan Alda and E.O. Wilson Talk on Creativity and the Importance of the Campfire
The beloved actor interviewed the preeminent scientist as part of Chicago Humanities Festival this weekend.
Joel Kim Booster on Boystown and Being Less Universal
The comic, whose first album is released today, explores Korean, queer, and American identities.