The Sketchy Future of Court Artists

Cliff Questel joins the limited ranks of visual reporters in the city's courts — but the ship has long been sinking. Read more

New Podcast Revisits Studs Terkel’s Division Street America

By Robert Chiarito

A team of journalists — including Melissa Harris and Mary Schmich — follow up with the families of seven Chicagoans from Terkel's 1967 oral history. Read more

Steve Walters Has Left His Print

By Robert Chiarito

The artist designed posters for legendary Chicago artists. Now he's the main act at a retrospective show of his concert prints at FitzGerald's. Read more

It’s the Summer of Royko in Chicago

By Robert Chiarito

A one-man show about the famous columnist is just one of several Royko-focused events scheduled in the coming months. Read more

Terri Hemmert Knows Music Can Save Your Life

By Robert Chiarito

The beloved Chicago DJ is celebrating 50 years at WXRT. We spoke with her about The Beatles, breaking tough news, and her loyal audience. Read more

Candidate for IL House: Gacy Killed My Brother

By Robert Chiarito

Accused of using her mother's name to pander to Latino voters, Patti Vasquez reveals how her family was devastated by the infamous killer. Read more

The One Band Riot Fest Can’t Book

By Robert Chiarito

Cofounder Mike Petryshyn on the festival's 15th year, growing pains in the parks, and his white-whale reunion act. Read more

Watch Chris Chelios Jump From a Jet at the Air and Water Show

By Robert ChiaritoVideo by DS Shin

The former Blackhawk kicked off the 61st annual show by dropping 7,500 feet with the U.S. Army Golden Knights. Read more

Why Patti Vasquez Wants a State Senate Seat

By Robert Chiarito

The comedian and radio host, who was fired from her post at WGN last week, shares her political aspirations for the Northwest Side. Read more

The Blues Aren’t Dead. Just Ask Melody Angel

By Robert Chiarito

As a teenager in Chicago, Angel dreamed of playing the Blues Fest. This weekend, she'll headline for the third year in a row. Read more

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