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Features Algren in Exileby Joe PintauroIn the last year of his life, everything that this literary outlaw mourned as lost seemed on the brink of coming back to him. Chicago Story: In Defense of Dillingerby William J. Helmer He was a lawbreaker without a sadistic streak. And cool under pressure, he was. Incredibly cool. Sweet … Read more

Features Born to Loseby Civia Tamarkin and Rob WardenThere is persuasive evidence that Gary Dotson is the victim not only of desperate young women but of the justice system as well. Making the Perfect Burgerby Peter A. Chalberg We’re talking classy, fat, upscale monsters. Just follow these fail-safe directions and dig in. Forecast ‘88by Henry … Read more

Features Season’s Greediesby Henry Hanson, David Jackson, Mark Jannot, and Daniel SantowA Yuletide toast to the city’s movers and takers Hatchet Man: The Rise of David Axelrodby Grant Pick Within the next 12 months, this political consultant just could become a kingmaker. Goods: Treasure to Goby Donna Frost and Joanne TrestrailGifts of rare richness from … Read more

Features Critics’ Choice 1987by Carla and Allen KelsonOur restaurant critics choose their favorites, from rock-steady reliables to a diverse batch of newcomers. Advice Warsby Marcia Froelke CoburnAnn and Abby, Diane and Zazz – the newspapers get serious about who tells us how to behave. Tony Fitzpatrick and the Slamby Rick TelanderOne tough guy goes the … Read more

Features The Next Hot Neighborhoods Four nice places in the city where housing prices haven’t skyrocketed…yet. Also, spotting the signs of revival, loft living, and the postgentrification blues The Greening of Cabrini-Greenby Ann GrimesWhy selling it doesn’t seem inconceivable any more Marketing the Maestroby Phillip HuscherAs a musician and as a celebrity, Georg Solti wonders … Read more

Features Fall Preview Drum roll, please! The new season makes a grand entrance, all promise and possibility. Some faces to watch for in the months to come… The Pope’s Man in the Middle by Roy Larson Although his own Archdiocese remains troubled, Joseph Cardinal Bernardin has emerged as the Catholic moderates’ best hope. The Fall … Read more

Features Open All Nite The rumors are true: Life begins at midnight. Here’s our guide to restaurants, bars, clubs, and businesses that feed your untimely cravings. Rock ‘n’ Bowlby Bill Emrich and Donna Forst We pick up a few of our outer-fringe friends, dance till dawn, party, go bowling, don’t know when to stop. The … Read more

Features Unmasking Sneedby David JacksonShe doesn’t mince words about others, but if you want to know about Mike Sneed herself, you have to read between the lines. The Goods: Vintage Vanguardby Marla Donato Accessories for a sultry summer when what’s old is news Lies and Whispersby Marcia Froelke CoburnIf trust turns to suspicions of betrayal, … Read more

Features Summer PleasuresOur appreciation of this most contradictory of seasons, featuring guides to city beaches, outdoor music, free events, garden cafes, and summer reading. Also, celebrity swimsuits, waterside heroes, summer houses, beach gear, and the Kelsons’ favorite hot dogs Fear and Loathing in Papa Bear’s Denby Robert McClory After one nonchampionship season, the wrath of … Read more