We’re the Great Pumpkin State, Charlie Brown
Not only are we No. 1 in production, but we’re about three times as big as other producing states.
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Has Chicago Ever Had a Republican Mayor?
Yes, several — the GOP was the party of Lincoln, after all — but it’s been nearly a century. Chicago’s last Republican chief was William Hale “Big Bill” Thompson, who served from 1915 to 1923, then from 1927 to 1931. He was best known for his isolationism, his feud with Britain’s King George V (whom he once vowed to … Read more
The Tragedy of Lil Durk
The Englewood native rose to stardom rapping about the violence of the streets. Now he’s accused of conspiring to kill a rival.
Is Pipe Smoking Making a Comeback?
Maybe it’s the young people, maybe it’s the need to de-stress, but Chicago’s (and America’s) oldest tobacconist is doing more business in pipes these days.
Make Some Noise for Your Illinois Bears
If the Bears want to leave the city, they should have to drop Chicago’s name.
Secret Garden
Phil and Ann Ponce’s purchase of a Northbrook home came with a surprise: a Jens Jensen landscape plan.
Why Is Our Skyline Visible From Across the Lake?
When I lived in Grand Beach, Michigan, on the other side of Lake Michigan, I could usually see the three tallest buildings in Chicago from the beach at the end of my street. On rare occasions, I got the entire skyline. But at 43 miles away and zero elevation, it’s not actually possible to see … Read more