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Steve Stone in Exile
By Josh Schollmeyer
Three years ago, after a simmering feud with Cubs players and management, the popular broadcaster Steve Stone resigned from the Cubs, though his affection for the team and for Chicago never wavered. Now, with new ownership likely to take over he waits—often at the bar at Harry Caray's—hoping for a summons to the front office. Read more
Money Player
By Jeff Ruby
Over the past five years, working with a middle-of-the-pack payroll, White Sox general manager Kenny Williams has made a series of bold, sometimes controversial moves. Will they make him this season's real MVP? Read more
Game Boy
By David Murray
Tom Chambers is a young graduate of Harvard who recently scrapped his job as an actuary to make a living playing online poker. But a new law threatens his livelihood. Can he and others like him hold—or must they fold? Read more
Marooned!
By Jeff S. Rasley
After a 30-year hiatus, varsity football returned to the University of Chicago in the 1970s—sort of. Read more
Heir Jordan
By Noah Isackson
From March 2007: He has weathered the pressure of being Michael Jordan's son and managed to build a strong high-school record. Now Jeffrey Jordan has his sights set on college hoops. Read more
Lake Effect
By Sharon Bloyd-Peshkin
Paddling Lake Michigan had long been a dream for two dedicated Chicago kayakers. But last fall's attempt to make a 50-mile crossing brought them face to face with the perils of adventure. Read more