Jimmy Terry was always itching to top his last stunt. Before his untimely demise, Chicago was the playground for his most jaw-dropping antics. Read more
In Illinois, racial disparities in maternal health are worse than national averages. Doulas, midwives, and nurses are stepping in where hospitals often fall short. Read more
DL Mullen yearned for a way to unite her editorial background and curatorial chops. Now, she's living her vision with a hybrid bookstore–gallery in West Town. Read more
MIT grad, martial artist, movie stuntwoman, and — maybe — a licensed pilot? The local multihyphenate talked to us about her myriad passions and second novel, Null Set. Read more
The city's only outdoor fest dedicated 100 percent to drag prioritized diversity and local talent. Among the big names in attendance: Raja, Lucy Stoole, and T Rex. Read more
As the world recognizes the 50th anniversary of Stonewall, we sent photographers to three of the city's oldest gay bars — one on the South Side, one on the North Side, and one right in between. Read more
