Dawn Turner’s New Memoir Unravels Girlhood Bonds
The author chronicles the moments when paths split in ‘Three Girls From Bronzeville: A Uniquely American Memoir of Race, Fate, and Sisterhood.’
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Sandra Cisneros Takes an Honest Look at Chicago
The locally-raised author reflects on her roots and her new novella’s not-so-perfect portrayal of the city.
A Look Back at the Restaurants We Lost During the Pandemic
These notable eateries may be gone, but certainly not forgotten.
Fall Fashion 2021: Bold Moves
Oversize knits, mixed patterns, and unexpected shapes anchor the return of fashion this fall. The ultrachic dancers from the Joffrey Ballet give us a master class on how to take comfort into the cool zone.
What to Expect from the Chicago Public Schools Elected Board
Activists fought for an elected school board in Chicago for decades. It’s finally happening — so now what?
Now Trending: Patterned Tiles
Why go white when you can give your wet areas some whimsy? Try these eye-popping designs for kitchens or bathrooms.
Angela Chaudhari’s Self-Care Regimen
The new chief of gynecology and gynecologic surgery at Northwestern Medicine is a super sleeper, squat master and habitual runner.
The Arrival of Plant-Based Junk Food
Deliciously sloppy burgers and more are totally vegan at Plant-Based Junkie in Calumet Heights.
Next-Gen Jamaican in Noble Square
The Lee brothers serve twists on rasta pasta and other family recipes at their new restaurant.
What Happened to Timmothy Pitzen?
A decade ago, his mother took him out of school for a three-day spree. Afterward, she killed herself. And the boy disappeared.