The battles of city planning and urban theory are fought block by block—such as in Logan Square, where the renovation of a McDonald's sheds light on the city's pedestrian-street regulations. Read more
Arriving in time for the first day of winter, Patagonia (patagonia.com), an environmentally conscious brand of outdoor clothing and gear, unveiled its second Chicago location (48 E. Walton St.; 312-640-5934) last week in the Gold Coast... Read more
An abandoned, abused dog grabbed headlines this weekend, shocking readers with the cruelty it was exposed to and inspiring them to line up to adopt it. It's a revealing look into how our empathy, and loss of it, is reflected in our treatment of animals. Read more
Readers ask questions, and our real estate expert answers. This week, a reader named Elizabeth from River North asks how to go about disputing a low appraisal. Read more
The Cubs' offseason has been a bit boring so far, but it's been a lot more exciting for their NL Central opponents—who have lost, or stand to lose, the three best hitters in the division. The Cubs might not be better next year, but neither will the teams they play the most. Read more
Waterworks Studio is a new, more budget-friendly line from Waterworks that offers a tight selection of bath fixtures, tiles, and accessories... Read more
The Kickapoo Exchange holds its annual Not Made in China Holiday Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 17 and Sunday, December 18. You’ll find locally sourced treasures, such as hand thrown pottery mugs, botanical art pieces, traditional baked goods, and hand-made toys, in this celebration of both Native American culture and made-in-the-USA gift giving... Read more
The CME-Sears tax breaks pass the house as the ongoing legislative battle looks to be coming to a close, and the broader debate over it as well. So when do we get tax reform for everyone? Read more
