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March 2011
Pat Quinn Abolishes Illinois Death Penalty
By Whet Moser
The governor ended an eight-year moratorium on the death penalty in Illinois, signing a bill sponsored by Karen Yarbrough (D-Maywood). Compelling arguments for capital punishment remain, but they can't outweigh the state's shameful record. Read more
A Singular Task
Don’t-miss picks for this week: Nominate someone for our 2011 singles crew … hear Chicago’s answer to Vampire Weekend … see Cleopatra in her nearly native habitat … plus, what the Music Box’s house organist is doing this weekend Read more
Two Eco-Friendly Chicago Renovations
By Dennis Rodkin
Analysts are saying that home remodeling should pick up this year, and with rising energy prices a constant concern, it’s smart to factor resource savings into any rehab. At two Chicago homes, green was the key in nearly all aspects of their recent renovations... Read more
Mini Garden + Grill
By Gina Bazer
It’s a pot! It’s a grill! It’s Black+Blum’s Hot-Pot BBQ, one of the most novel products introduced at the Housewares Show... Read more