Tribune Analysis Shows Alarming Amount of Lead in Chicago Tap Water
An alarming amount of lead has shown up in the water in Chicago homes, a recent analysis from the Chicago Tribune shows. Lead was found in the tap water of […]
Developers Unveil Plans for New Skyscraper Next to Tribune Tower
The owners of the iconic Tribune Tower announced plans Tuesday morning for a $1 billion project, which would include building a new skyscraper next to the building that would become […]
Patti Blagojevich “Disappointed” in Supreme Court’s Refusal to Hear Former Governor’s Appeal
Patti Blagojevich, wife of former Governor Rod Blagojevich, who is currently serving a 14-year sentence on corruption charges, says she was disappointed by the Supreme Court’s decision to refuse to […]
Spending in Gubernatorial Primary Exceeded $150 Million
Spending in the Illinois gubernatorial primary exceeded $150 million, with the lion’s share of cash coming from incumbent Governor Bruce Rauner and billionaire JB Pritzker, who will face off in […]
Review: Evgeny Kissin and Emerson Quartet Shined on Sunday
The Emerson String Quartet teamed up with pianist Evgeny Kissin for a lively performance at Symphony Center on Sunday. The pairing combined the Emersons’ wizened experience with Kissin’s vigor. Having […]
Review: Lettie at Victory Gardens Theater Is Heartfelt, If Inconsistent
The promo image for Lettie, the new original work by Boo Killebrew now on at Victory Gardens Theater, features Caroline Neff in the title role, wielding a welder’s iron and clad […]
Video Game History, Icons and More at 2018 Midwest Gaming Classic
[soliloquy id=”26299″] We had the pleasure to visit Milwaukee this weekend for the Midwest Gaming Classic trade show and convention. It has grown from humble beginnings 17 years ago […]
Interview: Dungeons, Dice and Everything Nice Talk Roleplaying and Podcasting
In recent years, there has been a surge in popularity for podcasts starring a live playthrough of pen-and-paper roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). Ongoing series’ like Critical Role […]
Fooditor 99 Perfect for Hungry Chicago Stomachs and Adventurous Spirits
Michael Gebert doesn’t write about food. He writes about the people behind it as the editor-in-chief and main contributor of Fooditor, a tribute to those starry-eyed entrepreneurs who smile through […]
Ravyn Lenae Represented Chicago Wonderfully at Lincoln Hall
Ravyn Lenae is an actual earth angel. No, really. She was given here to share her voice, and on Tuesday night, the sold out-level crowd at Lincoln Hall were the […]
Your Curated Guide to Record Store Day 2018 in Chicago!
We’re in the latter half of April, so get read for vinyl lover’s favorite holiday: Record Store Day! The worldwide event, which always takes place on the third Saturday in […]
Fresh Start to Your Week: 4/16 – 4/18
As I woke up to get ready for the day and saw the snow-covered street outside my window, I wondered if I was dreaming? Maybe I should stop talking about […]