Star Witness

Warm nights and world-class music: ah, the joy of a Chicago summer. Here are nine events you won’t want to miss; all are picnic-friendly, free, and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.

Air Power

The disc jockey known as El Pistolero has helped turn Spanish-language radio station WOJO into a certified ratings hit. But his remarks about gays have stirred criticism from activist groups

Writers on the Record – James McManus

Photograph: © Aynsley Floydh James McManus In 2000, Harper’s magazine sent writer James McManus to cover the World Series of Poker, a popular annual tournament in Las Vegas. He entered the event and unexpectedly came in fifth, won a pile of loot, and had a very different type of story on his hands. Magazine article … Read more

Phone Home

A new cell phone made by Lincolnshire-based Firefly Mobile is designed for kids 8 to 12 years old. But its features appeal to a different, less obvious group: their parents.