What’s the City’s Oldest Captive Animal?
Now that the Shedd Aquarium’s lungfish Granddad has died, find out what animal currently holds the title.
Contributors: Melissa Shin
Four Things You Might Not Know About Fermilab
The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia turns 50 this year and celebrates with a family day on February 12.
We Know Lake View Is the Booziest Neighborhood, But What's the Most Sober One?
Socioeconomics (and a genetic difference) could be the culprits.
Your Congress Reps Are Hearing a Lot More From You Lately
Most Chicago-area offices have seen an uptick in contacts since the election. Here’s what people are calling about, and how best to reach your representative.
If Trump's Unworthy of a Chicago Street Sign, Who Else Should Get Cut?
City Council thinks the GOP nominee’s name should be stripped from its brown street sign. But Trump isn’t the only controversial name out there.
All Your Burning Questions About CTA's New Plastic Seats, Answered
CTA started testing the plastic seats in May. If we make the switch, we’ll be joining an industry-wide trend away from fabric—but will it make us cleaner?
Joe Swanberg's Favorite Chicago Things, as Guessed from Blatant Plugs in Easy
Did ya hear, the new Netflix series Easy was filmed in Chicago? It's a little hard not to notice, since local filmmaker Don’t Fret makes a cameo appearance when Matt and Jeff ask him to do all the art for their new business. From that point forward, his artwork is showcased on everything from sweatshirts to the garage … Read more