Why Do So Many Street Names on the Northwest and West Sides Begin With K, L, M, N, O, and P?

Chicago Magazine 12/26 4:32A Lynette Smith

Edward P. Brennan was the father of the city’s grid numbering system. Chairman of the City Club of Chicago’s Committee on Street Names, the freelance urban planner had another clever idea for keeping street names straight: naming them...

Five Things to Do: December 20-23

Chicago Magazine 12/20 4:06A Sarah Steimer

What to do in Chicago this weekend.

The Chi-centric Ski Guide

Chicago Magazine 12/19 12:00A Lynette Smith

Chicago isn’t anyone’s idea of a skiers’ paradise. But with more direct flights than any other big city to top U.S. slope destinations, maybe it should be. Here, six new draws.

West Suburban Homes for Sale With Sunrooms

Chicago Magazine 12/16 1:00A Sarah Steimer

It’s only December and we still have a lot of cold weather ahead of us, but there’s no better time than now to catch some real estate vitamin D. The following five properties for sale, all located in the western suburbs, offer plenty of that....

Why Does the City’s Border Extend North of Howard Street in Rogers Park?

Chicago Magazine 12/12 12:00A Lynette Smith

When Rogers Park was annexed to Chicago, in 1893, Howard Street became the city’s boundary with Evanston. The little 80-acre neighborhood just north of Howard along the lake was known as Germania, after the German immigrants who had settled...

Game of Zones

Chicago Magazine 12/9 12:00A Lynette Smith

Chicago desperately needs more housing. But when it comes to building apartments, the city is its own worst enemy.

50 Gifts Under $50

Sequins and Stripes 12/6 3:07A liz

50 gifts under $50 ! The gift guide we all need. How is your holiday shopping going? If I m being honest, I am far from done. I ve bought a few gifts for my immediate family but nothing for my kids or...

Chris Jung’s Whipped Ricotta With Griddle Bread

Chicago Magazine 12/4 12:00A Lynette Smith

As you plan your holiday gathering, take note: The snack spread is where parties are made. “Sharing dips and getting down and dirty with it, that’s what makes it fun,” says Chris Jung of Maxwells Trading, which has a whole menu section...

Chicagoans of the Year

Chicago Magazine 12/3 12:00A Chicago Magazine

From a Samaritan who is looking after his new neighbors to our oldest winner ever (by 150 million years), these 2024 honorees have made a lasting mark on the city.

The Chicago Archaeopteryx

Chicago Magazine 12/3 12:00A Chicago Magazine

The Prize Fossil

Holiday Cookie Recipes to Try

Sequins and Stripes 12/2 11:38P liz

Find the recipes here: No. 1 Peanut Butter Chocolate Swirl Cookies, No.2 Peanut Butter Blossoms Cookies, No. 3 White Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Chocolate Cookies, No. 4 Gingerbread Cookies with Maple...

Your Black Friday Guide

Sequins and Stripes 11/29 2:23A liz

Happy Black Friday! Although sales have been running for the past week, I wanted to highlight some of my favorites that you don t want to miss. The best Black Friday sales for 2024 so you don t need...

The Monkey Retirement Home

Chicago Magazine 11/25 12:00A Lynette Smith

In rural Indiana, a former Chicago zookeeper runs a sanctuary for rescued primates.

Holiday Gift Guide for Kids

Sequins and Stripes 11/24 12:51A liz

Our holiday gift guide for kids is here! 16 holiday gift ideas for all ages toddler, big kids and tweens. Although I m not in the tween phase, I feel like some of these items could work for all ages. A few of these items are personal favorites in...

Holiday Sparkle from J.Crew

Sequins and Stripes 11/21 10:32P liz

shop this look : J.Crew Collection Beaded Top , AMO Jeans , J.Crew Studded Bag , Mary Jane Heels J.Crew holiday season is always an exciting time. I always look forward to seeing their new collections...