On the Clock for One Last Stanley Cup
The official timekeeper at the United Center prepares to hang up his NHL sport coat at the end of the season.
Contributors: Joe Engleman
10 Years of Best New Restaurants
Making it onto Chicago’s list of best new restaurants is hard enough. Graduating to the all-star roster—the monthly recommended dining listings—is even harder. Here’s how the numbers break down from 2005 through 2014.
Aaron Schock Is No Longer the Sexiest Congressman Alive
The Peoria representative resigned today following allegations of improper spending.
Lost Lake Mastermind Paul McGee Talks Tiki
The man behind the buzziest bar in Logan Square recounts the booze cruise he took in the name of research, dishes on the spot’s new beer, and tells us what’s next.
How Many Bizarre Things Have Happened in This Year's Aldermanic Races?
Quiz yourself on some of the strangest episodes from this year’s municipal elections.
Where Superfans Will Watch the Super Bowl in Chicago
Want to know where to watch (or avoid)? Check out our Super Bowl watch party roundup.
How Ernie Banks Went from 'Unimpressive' to Baseball Legend
The iconic player known as Mr. Cub died Friday at the age of 83.
Here Are All the Animals You Can Rent in Chicago
You can’t take home the Shedd Aquarium’s little orphan otter, irresistible as she is. Plan a legal outing with one of these rentable critters instead.
How Northwestern Plans to Power Your Car with Solar Rays
When President Obama visited Northwestern University in October, he gave a shout-out to a cool new project there: turning solar energy into liquid fuel. The Solar Fuels Institute initiative, headed by professor Dick Co, aims to replicate photosynthesis with an artificial tree (see rendering) to produce clean fuel for your car; a prototype should be … Read more
The Best Chicago Moments from The Colbert Report
As “The Colbert Report” wraps up on Comedy Central, here’s a look back at some of the best Windy City cameos on Stephen Colbert’s show.