Making the Case for Animal Rights Interview by Kerry Reid Martha Nussbaum argues that making life better for animals makes life better for us, too. Read more
The Lost Photos of Jay King By Richard Cahan and Michael Williams The noted street photographer spent years capturing everyday life in the city. Decades later, Chicago is publishing images of his that have never been seen. Read more
Our Most Popular Stories of 2022 This past year, you were hooked by stories of the “Starved Rock Killer,” a critical review to Alinea, and images of the city at night. Read more
Photo Essay: Collecting Christmas Blow Molds Interview by Sarah Steimer Photographer Sheila Barabad wanted to maintain her midcentury home's atomic curb appeal, which led to a collection of groovy lawn art. Read more
Photo Gallery: 2022 Chicagoans of the Year Celebration Photography by Robert Winkelmann Chicago magazine celebrated this year's group of honorees. Read more
The 30 Best Things We Ate This Year By Carly Boers , Amy Cavanaugh , Peter Gianopulos , Cate Huguelet , John Kessler , Titus Ruscitti , and Audarshia Townsend From over-the-top banana bread to spiced Cambodian beef skewers, these are the dishes we can’t get enough of. Read more
Tweeting Vibrant Chicago Cityscapes By Corli Jay A young Chicago photographer is a viral sensation. Read more
Freemasons Still Support Chicago Communities By Edward Robert McClelland Masonic temples were built to last, and they now house everything from lofts to restaurants. Read more
Photo Essay: Chicago’s Storefronts After Dark For photographer Dave Jordano, Chicago’s storefronts are best seen after dark. Read more
The Day a 737 Crashed Into West Lawn By Mike Thomas Fifty years ago, a jet fell from the sky into the Southwest Side neighborhood. Here’s what happened, in the words of those who were there. Read more
