How to Build a Subway (Circa 1940)
Getting through the wet clay beneath downtown meant either a 225-ton biscuit-cutter with 24 hydraulic jacks, or a man with a giant pneumatic knife slicing under the city piece by piece.
Issues: May 2018
Q&A: Roger Bennett on His Love Affairs with Chicago and Soccer
Dreams of John Hughes movies and Studs Terkel interviews lured him to America, and the Men in Blazers co-host, creator of American Fiasco, and new U.S. citizen began his journey here.
Why Newspaper Closures Lead to Higher Government Costs and Inefficiency
You know how democracy dies in darkness? A new study says bureaucratic effectiveness might, too.
Meet the Artist Illustrating Some of Chicago's Most Eye-Catching Menus
Alex Payne moved from creating chalkboard art to hand-drawing his own designs for the Lettuce Entertain You enterprise.
Apartments in Legendary Marina City Are Surprisingly Affordable
It starts with a retro studio on the 52nd floor for just over $200k, but a sleek one bedroom with a great city view isn’t much more.
Chicago Metro Home Sales Up As Inventory Remains Tight
There were more closings in the region in April 2018 than in any April since 2006, an important post-recession milestone. Meanwhile, sale listings are up in thriving North Side and downtown neighborhoods, suggesting sellers are trying to time the top of the market.
Found Is Evolving into Something New
The Evanston eatery is leaving its ’20s vibe to embrace the 1960s.
Bar Moxy Is for Adults Who Hate Adulting
Doubling as the lobby of Hotel Moxy, this massive lounge has a youthful spirit.
Ten Great Things to Do This Week in Chicago
Marvin Tate and Avery R. Young, Co-Missions Festival, Charli XCX, Chicago Ale Fest, Do Division Street Fest, and more
Riot Fest Lineup 2018: Beck, Blink-182, Liz Phair, Incubus
Plus many more not from the ’90s!