When Disaster Strikes
In case of emergency … well, what do we do, exactly? What happens when disaster strikes? We give you the 411 in case of a 911.
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Fighting Words?
After a bitter divorce, Maria George appeared to get her revenge when she sent around documents purporting to reveal the ugly truth about her ex-husband, Scott. He sued her for defamation—and won a record judgment.
Heir Jordan
From March 2007: He has weathered the pressure of being Michael Jordan’s son and managed to build a strong high-school record. Now Jeffrey Jordan has his sights set on college hoops.
Jet Setter
After arriving to head Chicago’s troubled Boeing Comapny, Jim McNerney fostered a culture of openness and honesty—values he learned at the family dinner table growing up in Winnetka. The results: he has mended the company’s ethical reputation and led a stunning comeback against archrival Airbus.
The Wright Way
Last year, the owners of Wright, a 20th-century boutique auction house, moved both their private and their professional lives to another level, and their drive, ideas, and distinctive presence continue to secure a position of unparalleled prominence for their business.
The Perfect: Chicago Baseball Player
With only three pennants and one World Series championship in the past 62 years, Chicago’s baseball teams need a new strategy.
Lake Effect
Paddling Lake Michigan had long been a dream for two dedicated Chicago kayakers. But last fall’s attempt to make a 50-mile crossing brought them face to face with the perils of adventure.
A Fatal Friendship
Friends since childhood, Jim Masino and James McNally had gone in different directions in their adult lives. Still, when Masino needed a crucial favor following a run-in with the law, McNally was right there to help him out—not realizing the fatal consequences that would follow his good deed.
Green Awards 2007 Honorees
When we announced our plan to honor local eco-innovators, your nominations poured in. Here are the eight individuals we singled out for their vision. PLUS: How can Chicago become the most environmentally friendly city in America? Join us for a panel discussion with our inaugural class of Green Award honorees at the Green Festival on April 21st.
You Should Know…Chad Pregracke
He’s handsome, tireless, and the star of a new book. Meet the next face of the environmental movement.