“I Didn’t Care About My Life”
Vic Mensa has been through some dark times, fueled by depression and drug addiction. Newly sober and with an album on the way, the hip-hop star shares wisdom learned the hard way.
Lynette Smith
State of the Unions
As other Midwestern states restrict labor’s power, an amendment on the Illinois ballot would further protect it here.
Go: November Agenda
Top 10 reasons to fill up your calendar this month.
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
The city’s most buzzed-about restaurants this month
French Revolution
At Obélix, Oliver Poilevey deliciously modernizes French flavors with global inspirations.
DeMar DeRozan’s Discomfort Zone
The Bulls star is coming off the best season of his career, but he won’t stop his pursuit of greatness — no matter how painful it gets.
Listing of the Month: Two-Flat, One Family
After a century with one clan, a Rogers Park building is ready to welcome new owners.
THC and Your High
Is THC level the best indicator of how high I’ll get? THC is certainly a big contributor; it can stimulate more than 200 receptors in your brain. But when it comes to cannabis flower, the main factor is actually the terpene makeup and content. Terpenes are natural essential oils that have pharmacological benefits. When cannabis … Read more
3 New Local Breweries to Know
1. Howard Street Brewing Company Launched by Chuck Patella in May, this spot turns out classic, crowd-pleasing beer styles from a galley-kitchen-sized facility.Try Rogers Proud Pale Ale. Sip the crisp, hoppy beer in the 37-seat taproom (1617 W. Howard St., Rogers Park). 2. Azadi Brewing Company Founded in 2020 by Bhavik Modi and Gator Schrand … Read more