Our Brain Candy Selects from the Chicago Humanities Festival
The intellectual-a-palooza is back this fall, with in-person and virtual conversations designed to blow your mind.
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Open House Chicago
On October 16 and 17, the doors of Chicago’s most iconic structures will open to the public’s prying eyes! Put these architectural sites and walkable trails on your OHC2021 must-see...
Evanston Drama Teacher vs. Critical Race Theory
A lawsuit filed by a middle school instructor brings the Fox News–stoked debate over antiracist education to the North Shore.
Postpandemic-Palooza
The Goliath of local music festivals returns, pledging a COVID-free crowd.
What the Exelon Split Might Mean for Your Electric Bill
The company is severing ComEd and its other utilities from its power generation: It’s the Brad and Angelina of Chicago corporate breakups!
What to Know About the Chicago Lawyers Behind the Smartmatic Lawsuit
How do you correct mass disinformation? According to the Chicago attorneys representing the plaintiff, by slapping a huge price tag on it.
Piping Plovers at Montrose Beach
Two endangered birds have already bent a music festival to their winged will. Can Monty and Rose conquer the Chicago Park District?
The Futures of Water
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange is now hedging bets on California’s dwindling supply of H2O. Is that as sinister as it sounds?
How ZooLights Is Doing Social Distancing
Lincoln Park Zoo is plugging in the psychedelic light displays again this holiday season, pandemic and all. Here’s how it’s restructuring the annual favorite.
The Two-Minute Guide to Nonprofits Worthy of Your Money
Our communities need support more than ever. And by “support,” we mean cash. Here are five groups that totally deserve a slice of your paycheck.