Jeff Tweedy Just Wants to Let His Light Shine | Chicago Magazine

The alt-rock icon is having a bit of an existential crisis. His solution? Put out an epic new album and spread some joy.

The Trump Trap Has Doomed Illinois Republicans | Chicago Magazine

“I really don’t follow the party too closely, because it’s become so irrelevant,” says Jim Nowlan, a former Republican state representative.

Fleeting Flavors | Chicago Magazine

The funnest places to eat these days? Pop-up restaurants. Here are four of our favorites.

Chicago Row Homes and Lofts for Sale | Chicago Magazine

Our roundup includes brick row houses and industrial loft conversations.

Make Some Noise for Your Illinois Bears | Chicago Magazine

If the Bears want to leave the city, they should have to drop Chicago's name.

Records and Recliners | Chicago Magazine

At this Flossmoor shop, you can transform your turntable and living room.

The Birth and Death of the Machine | Chicago Magazine

Clout City, a new book by historian Dominic A. Pacyga, traces the rise and fall of Chicago-style politics. Here’s what we learned.

The Best Time to Eat in Chicago? Right Now. | Chicago Magazine

Mid-September hits the sweet spot between late-summer produce and early fall ingredients. Here’s where to go now.

Properties With Rental Income Potential | Chicago Magazine

Calling all investors: Here are five properties currently for sale, each with the potential to generate additional income.

Brookfield | Chicago Magazine

Commercial cinematographer Cody Madsen suggests these four spots.

Alison Amick | Chicago Magazine

This eclectic curator loves to wander the city, looking for unique boutiques.

Mike Reed’s Next Act | Chicago Magazine

In the wake of Pitchfork’s abrupt end, the musician-producer is rolling out a more intimate and eclectic music festival.

Local Style Chips | Chicago Magazine

Mash-ups thrive in today’s culinary landscape, so it was only a matter of time before someone put the flavors of a Chicago-style hot dog, deep-dish pizza, giardiniera, and Italian beef into chip form. “I love potato chips and I love Chicago food, and I couldn’t shake the idea that these two things needed to live ... Read more

Paper Chase | Chicago Magazine

North & Madison’s new capsule collection makes a strong statement for statement walls.

Typewriter Doctor | Chicago Magazine

A repair shop for your old-school word processor

Geoffrey Baer | Chicago Magazine

TV host, crossword doer, sailing enthusiast

Lula Cafe’s Baked French Feta | Chicago Magazine

Sure, you could cheat and use store-bought marinated olives in this riotously herbal, satisfyingly salty broiled feta dish, a longtime standard at Lula Cafe. But as one might expect from the mind behind a restaurant powered by ingredients and care, chef-owner Jason Hammel regards the olives’ 24-hour marination period philosophically: “Knowing who made your food ... Read more

Methodology | Chicago Magazine

Our first rankings in five years go deeper than ever, with 110 schools across the six-county metro area.

Best Public Suburban Elementaries and Junior Highs | Chicago Magazine

Our first rankings in five years go deeper than ever, with 110 schools across the six-county metro area.

Best Public Elementaries and Junior Highs | Chicago Magazine

Our first rankings in five years go deeper than ever, with 110 schools across the six-county metro area.