A South Side Mural, Thought to Contain 'Negative Images and Gang Symbols,' Is Whitewashed By Jason Foumberg Why did a major new mural, commissioned by Theaster Gates's new initiative, come down after only a month? Read more
You Should Go to HotChocolate for Breakfast By Carrie Schedler Mindy Segal's plans for stand-alone bakery in Logan Square may be done, but she's made up for it with some tasty morning treats. Read more
There’s Going to Be a Hearing on Chicago’s Crime Stats By David Bernstein Months ago, the city council called for a hearing on the reliability of Chicago’s crime data. It’s going down tomorrow—with Superintendent Garry McCarthy presenting. Read more
Catch a Rare Show by Owen at Beat Kitchen This Saturday By Matt Pollock Chicago indie legend Mike Kinsella is a drummer, brother, husband, and dad—but he still has time for a solo concert. Read more
The Top Sales and Events in Chicago This Week By Lynn Okura Bey Find furniture, apparel, and vintage Indian trinkets—and brace yourself for the Chicago yarn crawl. Read more
The T-Shirt Shop Marine Layer Opens in Bucktown By Lynn Okura Bey This new store on Damen Avenue is stocked with super soft, California-casual t-shirts. Read more
At Found Kitchen and Social House, Eat, Drink, and Buy the Furniture By Lynn Okura Bey You might be bringing home more than just a doggy bag next time you visit Evanston eatery Found. Read more
Five Great Things to Do in Chicago This Week Fiesta del Sol, the Interview Show, and...oh yeah, Lollapalooza. Read more