The Big Question: What’s the Meaning of the Universe?
We asked U. of C. astrophysicist Dan Hooper, whose new book, At the Edge of Time, dives deep into the Big Bang.
Contributors: Mark Bazer
Saba Endured Grief. Now He's Ready to Shine.
After using his last album to process a cousin’s death, the rapper finds himself reenergized.
Jabari Parker Snuck into a Drake Concert at the United Center
The new Bulls star also talks bad juju in Milwaukee, sticking up for D-Rose, and his pink Caddy.
The Party Candidate
Ike Barinholtz takes the director’s chair for a subversive comedy about the country’s divide.
Austin Vesely on Slice, George Saunders, and Making Chance the Rapper into a Werewolf
The director’s debut feature premiered last night and is streaming now.
Why There’s Still a Racial Achievement Gap at Oak Park and River Forest High School
Steve James discusses his new docuseries America to Me, which examines why black students tend to lag behind even in the otherwise well-off, liberal suburb.
A Swank Spot to Have Lunch, If You Can Find It
Once you make it there, nobody will act like you don’t belong.
From Gunshot to Game-Winning Shot, Documentary Features Local Hoops Star
With executive producers Dwyane Wade and Chance the Rapper, a documentary about the Orr Academy High School team premieres this month.
Craig Robinson on Going Vegan and Teaching Music in South Chicago
The Chicago native brings a much-needed dose of levity to TV this fall with “Ghosted,” co-starring with Adam Scott.
Che “Rhymefest” Smith
The Healer