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Why Does Chicago Hate Food Carts?
Street vendors thrive in other cities, but Chicago has made it tough for them to...
To Live and Die (With Dignity) in Illinois
Here’s the low-down on the state law going into effect this month that lets terminal...
“We Cannot Look Away”
Former mayor Lori Lightfoot is collecting evidence to hold immigration agents accountable.
It’s Owe Time
New year, same old mountain of IOUs. Where did Chicago’s massive debt come from, and...
The Roots of Violence
UIC’s David Stovall contends that capitalism and racism are fueling conflict in Black communities.
Who Will Be Chicago’s Next Mayor?
As Brandon Johnson flails, speculation turns to who might succeed him. A year out from...
Why You Shouldn’t Look Away From Tent Cities
A housing advocate weighs in on the sticky issue of encampments.
The Man Behind the Shield
Under Larry Snelling’s watch, violent crime is down in Chicago. To understand his approach, you...
How Chicago Is Using Lawsuits to Force Change
The city's civil action against Glock shows how a municipal legal department can be deployed...
Timothy Evans Expects to Endure
Cook County’s longest-serving chief judge is also among its most storied politicians. As he leaves...
Chicago and Its Suburbs Unite Against ICE
The influx of federal agents in the Chicago area is aligning us more closely than...
The Relief Corps
Northwestern’s Steven Cohen went to Ukraine to study amputee soldiers and learn about pain.