Sandra Cisneros, Alex Kotlowitz, Rick Kogan, and others discuss what his work means to them, and highlight favorites from his 5,600 shows over 45 years—1,200 of which are now live in the Studs Terkel Radio Archive. Read more
A University of Chicago sociologist is investigating the possibility that small areas, which have been shifted between wards over the years, are more prone to it—perhaps because they fall through the political cracks. Read more
The two billionaires came out on top, though one was a much bigger winner than the other. And if you like political advertising and piles of direct mail, consider yourself a winner too. Read more
Freelancers for the legendary magazine organized online after it stopped paying them, and just settled for nearly $80,000. It's a model of how independent contractors can unite. Read more
