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The Planet Hunter

By Tal Rosenberg
Astrophysicist Jacob Bean has devoted his career to studying worlds beyond our solar system. Now, thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope, he can observe them in greater detail than ever before. What can these mysterious orbs tell us? Read more

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Can Williams Be the Bears’ Next Luckman?
Best Seats in Sox Park
Five Things to Do: May 3-5
A Guide to Lincoln Square from the Beach Bunny Bassist
The Story Behind Chicago's First Murder
Answered by Edward Robert McClelland
The perpetrator of Chicago’s first (documented) homicide was not punished; in fact, he has a street named after him. Read more
Five American Foursquares for Sale
By Rachel Freundt
This classic American home type is available across the Chicago area. Read more
The Story Behind Chicago's First Murder
Answered by Edward Robert McClelland
The perpetrator of Chicago’s first (documented) homicide was not punished; in fact, he has a street named after him. Read more
Five American Foursquares for Sale
By Rachel Freundt
This classic American home type is available across the Chicago area. Read more
Can Williams Be the Bears’ Next Luckman?
Best Seats in Sox Park
Five Things to Do: May 3-5
A Guide to Lincoln Square from the Beach Bunny Bassist
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The Mayor Is Not Incompetent, He’s Inexperienced
By Edward Robert McClelland
We gave Brandon Johnson's first year in office an overall C-minus — but that's not a failing grade. Read more
Grading the Mayor’s First Year
By Edward Robert McClelland
A year into office, Brandon Johnson still feels like a rookie. Read more
The Five Most Exciting Election Contests
Lightfoot Says She Underestimated Her Enemies
The Group Raising Hell About the L
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Dining & Drinking
Common Decency Arrives with All-Day Cocktails and Inclusive Bar Snacks
By Anthony Todd
The new Logan Square bar comes from chef Mark Steuer (Funkenhausen). Read more
Common Decency Arrives with All-Day Cocktails and Inclusive Bar Snacks
The Great Chicago Burger Quest
Drip Collective Marries Coffee and Art
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
Scott Harris Reflects on 32 Years of Chicago Dining
The Great Chicago Burger Quest
Drip Collective Marries Coffee and Art
The 10 Hottest Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
Scott Harris Reflects on 32 Years of Chicago Dining
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The Planet Hunter
By Tal Rosenberg
Astrophysicist Jacob Bean has devoted his career to studying worlds beyond our solar system. Now, thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope, he can observe them in greater detail than ever before. What can these mysterious orbs tell us? Read more
The Story Behind Chicago's First Murder
Answered by Edward Robert McClelland
The perpetrator of Chicago’s first (documented) homicide was not punished; in fact, he has a street named after him. Read more
Can Williams Be the Bears’ Next Luckman?
Best Seats in Sox Park
A Guide to Lincoln Square from the Beach Bunny Bassist
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Real Estate
Five American Foursquares for Sale
What’s For Sale Along Route 31?
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By Kelly Aiglon
Drive an hour southwest to find 125 vendors from across the Midwest selling everything from artisan soaps and margarita mixes to vintage clothing and disco records. Read more
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When The Blues Brothers Took Over Chicago
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Car chases in the Loop! Hate rallies in Jackson Park! John Belushi in the mayor’s office! This exclusive excerpt from a new book details how our city became the inextricable backdrop to The Blues Brothers. Read more
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At Chicago’s buzziest new restaurant, Mike Satinover is obsessed with one goal: making the consummate bowl of Japanese noodles. Read more
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