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August 2017

Could the Cubs' Bullpen Kill Their World Series Chances?
By Whet Moser
Last year's champions are finally showing that they can repeat. But they're entering the playoffs with a weakness where their opponents look strong. Read more
What We Know (and Don't) About Soda-Pop Taxes
By Whet Moser
We know why it's unpopular, and we know how best to sell it to the public (even if that didn't happen in Cook County). We don't know nearly as much about their effects on health. Read more
Our Favorite Photos from All Three Days of Riot Fest
Photos by Cousin Daniel
Peaches won the "raunchiest set" award, Wu-Tang Clan revved the crowd, and lots of people crowdsurfed and stuck their tongues out. Read more
The Woman Who Unlocked the Hurricane's Power
By Whet Moser
Joanne Simpson became an expert on clouds because she was a pilot, but also because, as her mentor said, scientists' lack of interest in them made the subject good "for a little girl to study." Read more
Aritzia Brings a Flagship Store to the Gold Coast
By Jenny Berg
Plus, Labor Day sales, a new Shinola store, and a local jeweler celebrities love. Read more
Home Design Embraces Cozy Fall Fashion
By Heidi Mitchell
Plus, two fashion houses lend their talents to home goods, Labor Day Sales galore, and a new campaign for the best pots and pans ever. Read more
Urban Crosta's Artisan Pizza Comes to Streeterville, and Other Dining News
By CARRIE SCHEDLER AND CARLY BOERS
Dos Toros brings Mission-style burritos to town, a new Jewish deli makes waves in North Center, and more. Read more
10 Things You Should Do This Labor Day Weekend (and Beyond)
The Chicago Onscreen Local Film Showcase, Chicago Fringe Festival, Chicago Jazz Festival, Mount Eerie, Alias Grace, and more Read more
Opinion: Jane Addams Is Not Here to Sell Your Fancy Hotel Rooms
By Anjulie Rao
A Michigan Avenue hotel is rebranding as the St. Jane, and the Mother of Social Work is rolling over in her grave. Read more
What Chicago Is Doing—and Can Do—to Prevent a Disastrous Flood
By Whet Moser
Chicago exists because of epic wastewater engineering. But there's still a long way to go to prepare for bigger floods in the future. Read more
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