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August 2013

Hey, Jesse Jackson, Jr.—Where's That $43,350 Rolex?
By Carol Felsenthal
Wherever it is, one thing's for sure—JJJ won't be wearing it in prison. Another open question is whether the money from its sale can help repay his duped donors. Read more
Why Rich Pro Athletes Should Rent Homes Instead of Buying
By Dennis Rodkin
Bulls center Nazr Mohammed has a long list of reasons to rent—and his advice makes sense for anyone in a profession that can take them from city to city. Read more
Here's an Idea for an Affordable Wedding Dress That Doubles as a Party Outfit
By Carly Boers
The French Courtship Slip Dress from Free People looked great on a bride at a recent wedding—and it's just $98. Read more
What Every New Divvy Rider Needs to Know
By Kaitlyn Jakola
Before you take your first bike share ride, read this primer. You'll get where you're going, avoid an extra charge, and won't be a menace to the streets of Chicago. Read more
Get Set for Twelve Days of Sales and Events on the Mile
By Lynn Okura Bey
The Magnificent Mile Shopping Festival runs August 22 through September 2. Here's a guide to the action all over Michigan Avenue. Read more
Sugar Hills Bakery Will Bring Picture Perfect Pastries to Chicago (Updated)
By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer
What does the suburban bakery do? Cakes, coffeecakes, pastries, cake pops, butter cookies, weddings, birthday...and maybe, just for the city, some donuts. Read more
If You Only See One Concert This Week, Go See Hunters
By Selena Fragassi
The loud Brooklyn duo will go wild onstage at Subterranean tonight. Read more
How to Get Crate & Barrel at Ikea Prices
By Gina Bazer
There's a new, lower-priced line called Best&Buys. The stuff is pretty good! Read more
Chicago Filmmaker Joe Swanberg Is About to Be Famous
By Emmet Sullivan
Drinking Buddies, the 31-year-old's 14th feature film, opens this weekend with a mix of big names, strong reviews, and very good taste in beer. Read more
See the 1893 World's Fair in These Chicago Gems
By Megan Cottrell
120 years later, traces of the World's Fair can be found in prominent Chicago places as well as in hidden gems around town. Read more
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