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Produced by the city’s best writers and editors, Chicago magazine offers an award-winning combination of smart service journalism and provocative narrative stories, knit together with top-notch photography and elegant design.

For every Jonathan Franzen and James McBride, for every John Grisham and Stephen King, there are a thousand Jacob Hubbar...
09/09/2025

For every Jonathan Franzen and James McBride, for every John Grisham and Stephen King, there are a thousand Jacob Hubbards. The new novelist made his quiet debut at the Printers Row Lit Fest, in an effort to start somewhere.

Even Jonathan Franzen had to start somewhere.

A new clinic offering abortions up to 34 weeks shines a spotlight on the exceptions allowed by Illinois state law.
09/09/2025

A new clinic offering abortions up to 34 weeks shines a spotlight on the exceptions allowed by Illinois state law.

A new clinic offering abortions up to 34 weeks shines a spotlight on the exceptions allowed by state law.

In this week's episode of 'Dish From Chicago Magazine', we're headed to John's neighborhood of Bucktown to find where he...
09/09/2025

In this week's episode of 'Dish From Chicago Magazine', we're headed to John's neighborhood of Bucktown to find where he grabs a drink, a burger, Thai food, and more.

We're headed to John's neighborhood to find where he grabs a drink, a burger, Thai food, and more. We also learn about what new restaurants are coming to Bucktown soon.

Calling all investors: Here are five properties currently for sale, each with the potential to generate additional incom...
09/08/2025

Calling all investors: Here are five properties currently for sale, each with the potential to generate additional income.

Calling all investors: Here are five properties currently for sale, each with the potential to generate additional income.

Immigrant advocate Mary Meg McCarthy wants to make sure the Trump administration follows the law.
09/08/2025

Immigrant advocate Mary Meg McCarthy wants to make sure the Trump administration follows the law.

Mary Meg McCarthy, executive director of the National Immigrant Justice Center, wants to make sure the Trump administration follows the law.

Food, music, a haircut: Commercial cinematographer Cody Madsen suggests these four spots in Brookfield.
09/05/2025

Food, music, a haircut: Commercial cinematographer Cody Madsen suggests these four spots in Brookfield.

Commercial cinematographer Cody Madsen suggests these four spots.

Our latest Store Explorer: Alison Amick, chief curator at Intuit Art Museum, loves to wander the city, looking for uniqu...
09/04/2025

Our latest Store Explorer: Alison Amick, chief curator at Intuit Art Museum, loves to wander the city, looking for unique boutiques.

Eclectic curator Alison Amick loves to wander the city, looking for unique boutiques.

Buttercup, the new spot owned by Israel Idonije, taps the expertise of Oliver’s chef and beverage director.
09/03/2025

Buttercup, the new spot owned by Israel Idonije, taps the expertise of Oliver’s chef and beverage director.

The new spot, owned by Israel Idonije, taps the expertise of Oliver’s chef and beverage director.

In the wake of Pitchfork’s abrupt end, the musician-producer Mike Reed is rolling out a more intimate and eclectic music...
09/03/2025

In the wake of Pitchfork’s abrupt end, the musician-producer Mike Reed is rolling out a more intimate and eclectic music festival.

In the wake of Pitchfork’s abrupt end, the musician-producer is rolling out a five-day, six-venue eclectic music event.

Fall’s fashion offers a nod to the ’60s but with fresh twists. Say hello to bejeweled necklines, leather suits, plaid on...
09/03/2025

Fall’s fashion offers a nod to the ’60s but with fresh twists. Say hello to bejeweled necklines, leather suits, plaid on plaid, extreme fringe, and supersize pearls.

We're going retro this season, but with fresh twists. Say hello to bejeweled necklines, leather suits, plaid on plaid, extreme fringe, and supersize pearls.

Phil and Ann Ponce’s purchase of a Northbrook home came with a surprise: a Jens Jensen landscape plan.
09/02/2025

Phil and Ann Ponce’s purchase of a Northbrook home came with a surprise: a Jens Jensen landscape plan.

Phil and Ann Ponce’s purchase of a Northbrook home came with a surprise: a Jens Jensen landscape plan.

Laura Gardner put the flavors of a Chicago-style hot dog, deep-dish pizza, giardiniera, and Italian beef into chip form....
09/01/2025

Laura Gardner put the flavors of a Chicago-style hot dog, deep-dish pizza, giardiniera, and Italian beef into chip form. Now we're obsessed with Local Style chips.

Obsession Local Style Chips By Amy Cavanaugh Photograph by Jeff Marini September 1, 2025, 6:00 am   Mash-ups thrive in today’s culinary landscape, so it was only a matter of time before someone put the flavors of a Chicago-style hot dog, deep-dish pizza, giardiniera, and Italian beef into chip fo...

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Chicago magazine offers an award-winning combination of smart service journalism and provocative narrative stories, knit together with top-notch photography and elegant design. Together with its online version, Chicagomag.com, Chicago helps readers get the most out of the city and nearby suburbs.