‘M Squad’: The Best Chicago TV Show You’ve Never Seen
The 1950s Lee Marvin noir inspired the ‘Police Squad’ parody—and Mayor Daley’s ire.
Custom Placements: City Life Lead
An Architect Couple Get to Live in Their Dream Home
Two architects built a home to test their design theories — and fell in love with their creation.
We Have Some Ideas for the Kid Coder Who Created a Vaccine Database
Our wish list for the vaccine-wrangling whiz kid
New Loyola Coach and His Brother Are Chicago (and Lansing) Basketball Royalty
29-year-old Drew Valentine is the youngest Division I coach. His brother Denzel is a Bulls guard. Their story starts in Michigan.
Deon Cole
The comedian, 49, on tricking out his rent-free pad, making a pact with Common, and writing for Conan.
Real-Life Tales From A Former Garbage Man
“Never open your mouth” and other trash-collection lessons from my father.
Expert Advice for Getting Rid of Life’s Peskiest Problems
The pros help solve four of life’s annoyances.
The Corn Dog Tastes Like Illinois
Encased meat coated in corn marries Chicago with downstate, where a Springfield restaurant claims to have birthed them. But why are they so hard to find in the city?