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December 2014

You Can Now Vote on the Otter Pup’s Name
By Matt Pollock
Voting is open on a name for Shedd's new otter pup, and mysteries abound. Read more
This Week’s 10 Must-Read Stories
By Whet Moser
The Trouble with Robbins, 40 Under 40, the Michael Brown Law, and more Read more
Cristina Henríquez and Rick Perlstein Earn <em>New York Times</em> Notable Books
By Matt Pollock
The local authors, both featured in Chicago this year, earned nods for The Book of Unknown Americans and The Invisible Bridge. Read more
The Five Hottest Bars in Chicago Right Now
By Carrie Schedler
The five joints everyone is raising a glass at this month. Read more
Peter Vestinos Will Run the Bar at the Betty
By Penny Pollack and Graham Meyer
The man who crafted drink menus for Nomi, the Winchester, and more will run day-to-day bar operations at the third Footman Hospitality spot—and his plan includes plenty of gin. Read more
Tippling Hall Is Chicago’s Best New All-Purpose Bar
By Carrie Schedler
A bar that actually succeeds at pleasing everybody Read more
Here’s a Historic Queen Anne in Riverside for $469,000
By Ian Spula
The home lacks landmark status, but it's as integral to Chicago's one-of-a-kind planned suburb as the village's more celebrated structures. Read more
Here's One Reason to Do More Than Visit the Spa at Kohler
By Nina Kokotas Hahn
Wisconsin’s Destination Kohler is a great place for dining. Read more
Will the ‘Baggy Pants’ Judge Get Retained? Almost Certainly
By Whet Moser
A Cook County judge sent eight men to jail for wearing their pants too low in her courtroom. It's not the first time her temperament has raised eyebrows, but worse behavior hasn't led to consequences from voters. Read more
Barley & Brass Tries and Succeeds to Be Everything at Once
By Peter Ranvestel and Carrie Schedler
Cocktails, beers, comfy booths, and a grass-fed burger with gouda. What else does a Wicker Park spot need? Read more
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