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Rapper Mac Miller, seen here at Coachella in 2017, died of a suspected drug overdose on Sept. 7, 2018. He was 26. <a href="http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/music/ct-mac-miller-dead-20180907-story.html" target="_blank">Read more</a>.

Norman Gimbel, Oscar-winning lyricist of ‘Happy Days’ theme and ‘Girl From Ipanema,’ dies at 91

January 2, 2019 at 2:30 p.m.

For a few weeks in 1964, the upper reaches of the Billboard record charts were occupied not only by the Beatles, Beach Boys, Four Seasons and Rolling Stones, but by...

Arthur Cinader, founder of J. Crew, has died. Inspired by the sport of rowing, he added J. to the Crew because he thought the letter looked nice on the page. Here, J. Crew models are seen in 2007.

Arthur Cinader, founder of preppy fashion powerhouse J. Crew, dies at 90

June 1, 2018 at 8:04 p.m.

Arthur Cinader, who built a pastel-colored, turtlenecked fashion empire as the founder of J. Crew, popularizing a preppy aesthetic in the 1980s and '90s through meticulously produced catalogues and sleek,...

Ask Chicago: Why Are City Elections Held in February?

July 2, 2026 at 5:51 p.m.

It used to be in April. So what changed?

What Kinds of Movies Do Chicagoans Watch?

July 2, 2026 at 5:52 p.m.

Stereotypes don’t always hold when it comes to local film tastes. Here are the neighborhoods most likely to rent five film genres, plus their most popular pick in that category,...

Here's How Argyle Street Will Change This Year

July 2, 2026 at 6:01 p.m.

The Uptown street will become very pedestrian-friendly this spring.

The Complete Guide to 2014 Ballot Referenda

July 2, 2026 at 6:08 p.m.

You'll have a long ballot waiting for you at the voting booth tomorrow. Here's what you need to know about the various initiatives.

How the Quinn and Rauner Ad Campaigns Stack Up

July 2, 2026 at 6:11 p.m.

An analysis of the candidates' TV spending habits reveals some twists about the voters each team is pursuing.

Cecily Strong Won't Be Weekend Updating Anymore

July 2, 2026 at 6:14 p.m.

The Chicago native will go back to just doing sketches in the upcoming season of SNL.

Where to Watch the Bears Game Outside This Weekend

July 2, 2026 at 6:12 p.m.

It will be in the 70s and sunny, so head to one of these patio bars to watch the Bears season opener outside while you still can.

The Best Things to Do in Chicago in September

July 2, 2026 at 6:13 p.m.

Our monthly roundup of the best theatre, comedy, music, and more to go see now.

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