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MSG Propaganda Finds a Home at Forbes

The February 25 issue of Forbes magazine has an article titled “The MSG Cure.” Kunio Torii is a...more

Sadly, Edwards Drops Out of the Race

Tonight CNN and MSNBC are heralding John Edwards—on the day he dropped out of the presidential race. The mainstream media...more

politics Barack Obama: Under the Lights First ever Barack Obama magazine cover

publisher's letter Publisher's Letter We Can Do Better

health Stress in the City Melissa Mares cover how urban living affects mental health and how Illinoise stacks up in terms of resources

chicago What Lies Beneath Lincoln Park An artist researches what remains of the old Chicago City Cemetery - it's more than anyone thought.

art Aesthetics in Action Los Angeles-born artist Mario Ybarra Jr.'s latest project compares his native city to Chicago.

architecture Yes, It’s a Dorm Joseph Valerio finds a prime example of excellent urban architecture and explains why it's a success

style Tort Reform A resurgence in tortoise-shell leads the way to new designs and colorful takes on the classic.

interview Lighting Up Chicago: The Illuminating Victor Skrebneski Jane Ammeson talks with the iconic Chicagoan and photographer about the city in which he's always lived.

home The Chicago Loft A look at the history of the city's lofts and a perspective of where design is headed.

books Book Reviews Historic Photos of Chicago Crime: The Capone Era, The Bush Tragedy, Ten Cents a Dance, and 19 Purchase Street

dining Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Amelia Levin scours the city for the best and favorite community-based restuarants

Events

Jul 06 Kiss on the Cheek: Portraits by Dale Washington

Jul 07 "The Many Voices Project: Showcasing Playwrights of Color"

Jul 08 Roald Dahl’s "Willy Wonka"

Jul 10 Benin-Kings and Rituals: Court Arts from Nigeria

Aug 01 Chicago Human Rhythm Project presents "JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance"

Aug 10 Chicago Children’s Theatre presents "Esperanza Rising"