The Justice League of Chicago By Robert Loerzel What we learned from a new book about a vigilante group that chased down local bootleggers and extortionists in the early 1930s. Read more
David Byrne’s Fever Dream By Web Behrens The musical mastermind wants to expand your consciousness with his immersive Goodman production. Read more
Mick Napier Is Too Jaded to Watch Comedy Interview by Mike Thomas The improv director, 63, on giving notes, what makes him laugh, and atheism’s spirituality Read more
Two Decades in, Third Coast Percussion Keeps Pushing By Jessi Roti Taking on a new challenge remains in the DNA of the acclaimed group. Read more
Lili Taylor Is Funny When Truthful Interview by Mike Thomas The actress, 58, on hanging with Richard Pryor, the solace of birding, and a fateful blind date Read more
The Summer of Backyard Jams By Jason Narducy As a musician, the author had performed with some big acts in big venues. Then came the pandemic. Read more
Get Your Kicks in 2026 By Grace Perry Route 66 turns 100 this year, and it’s worth all the centennial hubbub. Here’s what to know about this asphalt-turned-artifact. Read more
How Richard Marx Learned to Play Nice With Fans Interview by Mike Thomas The singer-songwriter, 62, on crafting tunes, embracing ballads, and losing his dad Read more
