Some photos are timeless, some are just tasteless—so what happens to those that don't make the grade? We dust off a few cutting-room rejects for closer inspection. Read more
What can Internet quizzes teach you about yourself? Everything—and then some. The Closer selflessly self-inspects. Read more
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. Read more
The Closer infiltrates the heated Rock-Paper-Scissors subculture—and emerges Diaper Champ. Read more
Jonathan Eig's, former Chicago magazine writer's, new book Opening Day: The Story of Jackie Robinson’s First Season (Simon & Schuster) comes out in April. Read more
Planning your final meal is efficient (if macabre), but you don't always get what you want. A survey of last suppers of the famous, from Elvis to Ernest Read more
Competitive eating is today's answer to yesteryear's amateur contests of strength. Would a city magazine dining critic be a match for the tenth-ranked eater in the world? Read more
From a French-Asian stunner to a veggie revelation—new restaurants shaking up the scene. How many have you tried? Read more