The Best of Kris Vire at Chicago Magazine By Chicago magazine Our colleague, a longtime champion of the city's theater scene, passed away this week. Here are some of our favorite stories he wrote. Read more
The 50 Most Powerful Chicagoans, Ranked Rankings by Chicago editorsText by Edward Robert McClelland Who’s in charge here? The heavy hitters in our Power 50 know how to use their influence to make things happen in Chicago and beyond. Read more
Listen Early: Crooked City Episode 8 By Chicago magazine How well did anyone really know Rita Crundwell? Read more
Listen Early: Crooked City Episode 7 By Chicago magazine In this week's episode, Rita receives her sentencing, and the city goes after its auditing firm. Read more
Listen Early: Crooked City Episode 6 By Chicago magazine Rita's belongings hit the auction block — including her beloved champion horse. Read more
Listen Early: Crooked City Episode 5 By Chicago magazine "It doesn't appear that Rita Crundwell had a conscience at all." Read more
37 Names Kimye Left on the Cutting Room Floor By Chicago magazine staff Welcome to the world, Chicago West. Here are the other names reportedly* considered. Read more
Poll: What's the Perfect Chicago Date? By Staff Drinks downtown? Skating in the park? Let us know what you think. Read more
Poll: What Springtime Activity Are You Most Looking Forward To? By Staff Spring is officially here! What are you going to do? Read more
Poll: Who Are the Most Powerful Iconic Chicagoans? By Staff How do these four one-time Chicago icons stack up against each other? Read more