Why Is Springfield Getting Crime-Fighting Help from the DOJ? By Whet Moser The Department of Justice skipped over Chicago (and other major cities with crime problems) and brought in the state capital for a new partnership. But the numbers suggest it's not an odd decision. Read more
Who Is Edwin Eisendrath? By Carol Felsenthal The former 43rd Ward alderman and regional HUD director, from a monied political family, wants to buy the Sun-Times. Read more
Want Fresh Food and Startup Capital? Bronzeville Developer Thinks Inside the Box By Janet Rausa Fuller Boxville, a retail plaza made of shipping containers, will host a produce market and spaces for entrepreneurs to test their wares. Read more
Public Polling Paints Dismal Picture for Trump and Trumpcare By Whet Moser Most people dislike the way Trump is handling health care—yet the GOP's bill, written in secrecy, could still pass. Read more
Why I Hate Summer in Chicago By Tom Chiarella It's a pushy, domineering, and unapologetic season. Read more
The Best Ways to Spend Your Summer Fridays Things to do if you're allowed to leave work early, or—ahem—are feeling a little under the weather. Read more
7 Easy Ways to Get on the Water By Julie DugdaleIllustrations by Hawk Krall Lake, river, or lagoon, here's how to leave land behind this summer. Read more
What To Do Every Weekend this Summer The single best thing to do every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through September 3 Read more
Lazy Rivers, Water Slides, and Other Awesome Pools in the Chicago Area By John Hardberger Plunge into these cool pools this summer. Bonus: most are free. Read more
