Touching the Void
When police said they had finally solved the 1981 murder of a young Lincoln Park woman, it brought a terrible crime closer to resolution, and stirred agonizing memories for her loved ones.
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Know Thyself
What can Internet quizzes teach you about yourself? Everything—and then some. The Closer selflessly self-inspects.
The Wendy City
If you don’t know her already, you will soon. Wendy Abrams eco-advocate, political insider, philanthropist, mother of four unveils Chicago’s new public sculpture project this summer. And it’s no cows on parade.
The Speech
When Barack Obama launched into his keynote address at the 2004 Democratic National Convention, he was still an obscure state senator from Illinois. By the time he finished 17 minutes later, he had captured the nation’s attention and opened the way for a run at the presidency. A behind-the-scenes look at the politicking, plotting, and preparation that went into Obama’s breakthrough moment
Shared Experiences: Chicagoans of the Year Recap
Though tossed and blown, these nine Chicago dreamers never walked alone
Next, Fulton Market
Welcome to the most innovative block in town.
Shakespeare in Love
Schulfer, the executive director of the Goodman Theatre, and Fisher, a veteran actress, show off some of their stylistic choices.
The Short List
It’s Showtime for This American Life; puppets aren’t lame—we swear! A Bobbi Brown secret; why Stacey Ballis is cool; and more for March
Do You Believe?
If the truth is out there, trust The Closer to track it down. In the wake of reported UFO sightings at O’Hare, we look to a local expert for guidance.
The City of Big Stomachs
How fat is Chicago? We show you a map of the city’s fittest versus the fattest neighborhoods.