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Want to Use the Crosswalk in Chicago? Raise Your Hand
By Whet Moser
The city's trying to get drivers to stop at crosswalks with tickets and signs. Until it can, pedestrians will have to rely on their own signs. Read more
America Is Finally Ready to Love Soccer
By Whet Moser
The U.S. team is unlikely to break through this afternoon to the quarterfinals. But either way, the U.S. seems likely, at last, to have a role in the beautiful, global game. Read more
Ten Stories Everyone in Chicago Should See
By Whet Moser
Read excellent stories on Chicago’s Austin Village neighborhood, a new challenger to Rahm, a Chicago Bears player’s fight against mental illness stereotypes, and more. Read more
Where to Watch Fireworks in Chicago on July 4
By Jessica Nikolich and Mallory Hughes
Here's where to get in the thick of the action—or try to stake out a secluded view of the light show over the lake. Read more
A Simple Guide to Chicago’s Electricity Rates
By Whet Moser
Are you paying more for power than you need to? Read more
What Chicago's "Array of Things" Will Actually Do
By Whet Moser
The data-gathering network of environmental sensors will monitor the basics of the city's health, but privacy watchdogs are worried. Read more
How Not to Talk to George Lucas
By Jeff Ruby
With his namesake museum planned for Chicago, Star Wars creator George Lucas will be around town. If you see him, please don't do this. Read more
Look at the Second City Improv Crew in 1997
By Whet Moser
A WTTW documentary shows early footage of of Tina Fey, Rachel Dratsch, and more—and reveals why a successful improv performance doesn't necessarily mean laughter. Read more
Why Americans Don't Like Soccer (and How to Like It a Bit More)
By Whet Moser
A few Americans still cling to sports isolationism, but technology and globalization are creating a more informed generation of young fans. Read more
10 Great Stories Chicagoans Should Read This Week
By Whet Moser
Read excellent stories on Chicago’s murderous gangs, inspiring seniors, crippling debt, intrepid cyclists, and more. Read more
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