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Meet Garry McCarthy, Chicago's New Top Cop
By Whet Moser
Rahm Emanuel announced today that the head of Newark's police department will be the next superintendent of the Chicago Police Department. There's a lot that's familiar: experience with technologies like Compstat and surveillance cameras, and union tensions. Read more
Can a Tornado Hit Downtown Chicago?
By Whet Moser
Apparently a lot of people believe that tornadoes can't strike big cities, or at least the downtown area. It's a little more than an old wives' tale, but a lot less than the truth. Read more
More Future In England's Dreaming
By Whet Moser
I'm not saying the royals will always be with us. But apparently we'll have them to kick around for awhile, if not as God's chosen rich people, then as a 21st century brand. At least it's not as unavoidable as it was in Chicago circa 1959. Read more
Lollapalooza: The Tour Is Getting Soft
By Whet Moser
The culture vultures are underwhelmed by this year's Lolla lineup, giving more ammo to those who call it WalMart by the Lake. But it's closer to Costco, and besides: there are other, cheaper options. Read more