E-books boost independent publishing, but aren’t about to replace print
By Elizabeth Elving There’s something about holding a book – cracking the spine, thumbing through the pages, feeling the weight of it in one’s hands – that is essential to the act of reading itself. Or maybe there isn’t. The sale of electronic books skyrocketed after Amazon introduced the Kindle in 2007. E-books went from […]
From pop-up shops to permanent storefronts
By Mallory Hughes All of those empty storefronts that plague the city of Chicago will be no more. That’s the goal at least, as pop-up shops spring up in neighborhood after neighborhood. Storefront, a San Francisco-based company that launched in Chicago in July, specializes in helping retailers, designers and artists nail down short-term leases in […]
Art by Attraction – The Andrew Bae Gallery
By Lee Won Park As the doors of the Andrew Bae Gallery opened, the crisp sound of bells disturbed the loud ambiance of the city outside. Located in the busy gallery district on West Superior Street, this gallery carries a surprisingly comforting vibe. A soft, yet very pervasive scent of herbal tea whirled as the […]
VIDEO: Chicago neighborhoods clean up streets after historic storm
By Rachel White Ten residents have died while shoveling snow in Cook County since the fifth largest winter storm hit Chicago on Jan. 31, leaving 19 inches of snow across northeastern Illinois. According to the Cook County Medical Examiner, nine of the ten residents who died were men.
VIDEO: Study weighs the benefits and disadvantages for children using mobile devices
By Tanni Deb Many parents introduce smartphones and tablets to their children as a teaching tool. However, a recent study says the educational benefits of mobile devices may come at a hefty price, affecting a child’s social and emotional skills.
Wolves prepare for season-high seven-game home stretch
By Sara Romano It’s not every day that a minor league hockey team has the opportunity to star in a romantic comedy alongside the likes of Alicia Silverstone. But that was exactly the case Tuesday morning with the filming of Silverstone’s latest movie “Who Gets the Dog?” in which her co-star Ryan Kwanten plays a […]
VIDEO: West Suburban PADS offers long-term solution for Chicago’s homeless
By Joe Musso The windy city is known for its unrelenting winters, and the past month has been no exception. One west-suburban homeless shelter is providing services that go far beyond a blanket and a warm bowl of soup.
Education advocates split over elected, appointed school board
By Phoebe Tollefson Roughly two weeks before citywide elections, education advocates debated the merits of a mayor-appointed and voter-elected school board, while noting issues such as conflicting interests and political pressures. “I do have a concern about inserting more politics into school board operations,” said Jesse Ruiz,, vice president of the Chicago Board of Education, […]
Puppets — not just Muppets
By Jessica T. Gable On Jan. 22, a crowd descended on a small, intimate theater in Links Hall, a shabby studio caught halfway between Lakeview and Logan Square. They encountered a tiny bar complete with worn wooden countertops and rickety stools inviting them to indulge in a libation before the performance. And when the lights […]
Restaurant Week challenges proprietors
By Alysha Khan Restaurant Week can be a boon for some establishments trudging through the slow winter months but for others, it can be a costly burden. This annual winter culinary event, now in its eighth year, allows Chicagoans to dine for cheap at more than 300 restaurants, including some of the city’s best spots. […]