Who Says Illinois lawmakers are lazy? Six of the 595 bills passed this session—on topics as diverse as hunting, tanning, and license plate design—suggest otherwise. Read more
A new data portal from the city tracks the city's spending from tax-increment finance districts, both redevelopment and basic infrastructure. Read more
Sears's recent struggles are, in part, intentional, as it pits its departments against each other, down to floor displays and who gets to be where in their advertising circulars. Read more
An odd social media frenzy has greeted a not very provocative magazine cover. Now, politicians and retailers are taking a unified step in the wrong direction. Read more
A look at the (sometimes worthy) reasons: Concealed-carry laws are expanding, suburban crime is rising, and racial profiling is a factor in law enforcement. Read more
Milwaukee Avenue has the most cyclists in the city—and the most bike crashes. The road has improved in West Town and Bucktown, but Wicker Park is still rough. Read more
