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May 2006
Split Decision
By Judith Crown
The husband-and-wife team that ran Alberto-Culver announced their separation even as they were negotiating the breakup of the beauty products company. Has an ending been scripted for this colorful, family-run success story? Read more
The Short List
Self-help with Scarlett; a South Side soprano gets Bach; puppets, squid, and other items for May Read more
Sky High
By Karin Horgan Sullivan
Chicago Sky forward Stacey Lovelace took a break to share eight things you don't know about professional women basketball players. Read more
Rap Sheet
By Emily L. Hauser
Think hip-hop theatre is a novel concept? These Chicagoans have been doing it for years. Read more
Prairie Home Companions
By Lauren Murrow
In May, eight private homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and his contemporaries are open to the public during the 32nd annual Wright Plus house walk. Chicago talked with two River Forest homeowners who are new to the walk about the perks and quirks of owning an architecturally significant home. Read more
Note Worthy
By Kevin McKeough
A few years ago, singer Jackie Allen retired her pipes. Then a leading jazz label called. Read more
New Art Examiners
By Deborah Wilk
Just in time for art season, four up-and-coming contemporary curators anoint a few rising stars. Read more
Kiddie Couture
By Stacy Wallace-Albert
Two designing women—one of them a mom—test their concept for a fun and funky children's store in thriving Glencoe. Read more