The Tragedy of Lil Durk By David Bernstein The Englewood native rose to stardom rapping about the violence of the streets. Now he’s accused of conspiring to kill a rival. Read more
Lunch Is the Trick for Trilokah By John Kessler The Lincoln Park Indian restaurant has been swarmed with diners. But at midday, the place is less harried, the food better, and the staff able to breathe. Read more
Plaza del Lago’s Fashion-Forward Reboot By Kelly Aiglon A growing roster of big-name fashion houses, cult-followed lifestyle brands, and buzzy boutiques are moving into the shopping center. Read more
How to Spend $350 at Cowboys and Astronauts By Web Behrens A beloved men’s boutique reopens, rocketing its hip casual aesthetics forward. Read more
Hallyu Meets Halal By Jocelyn Amador Local Korean restaurants have started offering dishes that cater to Muslim diners. Read more
How to Make Ramova Grill’s Chili By Cate Huguelet Worcestershire sauce and tomato paste caramelized to a deep brick red give this chili massive savoriness. Read more
The Story Reframer By Mark Bazer Kevin Shaw revisits the triumph and tragedy of Jackie Robinson West. Read more
The Reverent Collector By Kelley Engelbrecht Theaster Gates reassesses his multitude of materials in a mid-career survey. Read more
The Modern-Day Algren By Thomas Connors Barry Pearce’s stories capture the denizens who define this city. Read more
The Pop-Opera Couturier By Kelly Aiglon Chloé Mendel Corgan dresses rockers and divas for a ‘Mellon Collie’ extravaganza. Read more
