Lena Waithe Will Portray Real Life on the South Side in Her New Show
The Master of None breakout star and South Side native dishes about her busy year.
Issues: November 2015
A New Restaurant Spices Up North Center
Kick, located in the former Sola space, focuses on keeping things fiery.
Man Out of Time
Before the city gave much thought to preserving its architectural gems, Richard Nickel devoted his life to saving them. His writings, sketches, and photos—now presented in a new book—offer a fresh view of a Chicago original.
75th Annual Candlelight Ball
November 7, 2015—The Women’s Board of Heartland Alliance hosted the 75th Annual Candlelight Ball at the historic Palmer House. ABC-7 Chicago’s Ron Magers emceed the evening’s program and introduced Evelyn Diaz, Heartland Alliance’s new president. Nearly 460 guests bid on auction items and danced the night away while listening to the sounds of Rhythm City. … Read more
What to Eat and Drink in Chicago This Week
‘Tis the season for egg nog and gingerbread houses.
Eve J. Alfillé’s “Matisse” Unveiling
“Matisse” was released on November 14, 2015 at the Eve J. Alfillé Gallery and Studio. The new series “Matisse”—full of robust colors and a heavy emphasis on reading what lies in-between the lines—was celebrated by partygoers with drinks, treats, music, and more.
The Laquan McDonald Video Didn’t “Rip” Chicago Apart, but Now Its Leaders Face a Reckoning
Shortly before the release of the Laquan McDonald video, John Kass captured the fears of what could happen in its wake in a widely read column, "The Video That Might Rip Chicago Apart—and Why You Need to See It." It was also captured by Britt Julious, writing in Esquire today. "Where is the rioting?" I heard … Read more
Five Great Things to Do in Chicago This Week
The Five Don’t-miss picks for Wednesday, November 25 through December 1, 2015 1 Towkio and SaveMoney Rap The local hip-hop crew known for launching the careers of Vic Mensa and Chance the Rapper mount a post-Thanksgiving bonanza, with rising MC Towkio at the helm. 11/28 at 7. $20–$24. The Metro, 3730 N. Clark. metrochicago.com 2 … Read more
West Loop Can’t Keep Up with Demand for Large Condos
Demand for two- and three-bedroom condos is sky high in the neighborhood, and without an uptick in new construction it may be that way for some time.
What Happened the Last Time a Chicago Cop Was Charged with Murder
In July 1980, three Chicago cops were charged with murder in the fatal beating of a mentally ill man arrested for smoking on an El train.