Exploring Chicago’s Diverse Community – Chicago Reader Feature
The Chicago Reader recently featured 15 fascinating Chicagoans from different walks of life. These individuals come from diverse backgrounds and have unique stories to...
Ron Camacho: The Organizer and Outlaw – People Issue 2024 – Chicago Reader
Ron Camacho, a 69-year-old artist, organizer, and outlaw, is a prominent figure in Chicago's history. His background is a tapestry of cultures and experiences,...
Alan Mills: The People’s Lawyer Fighting for Justice in Chicago – Chicago Reader 2024
Alan Mills, now 68 years old, came to Chicago to study law at Northwestern University and found himself deeply involved with the Uptown People's...
Chicago Reader’s 2024 People Issue: A Spotlight on Chicago’s Community
The Chicago Reader team recently gathered for an all-staff event to review their guiding policies and mission statement, take staff photos, and welcome new...
Do Gun Possession Laws Actually Reduce Gun Violence? Key Findings Revealed
A recent analysis conducted by the Chicago Appleseed Center for Fair Courts has shed light on the impact of gun possession laws on gun...
Chicago Reader’s Guide to Simplifying Recipes and Reducing Ingredients
Judith Thompson's play, Perfect Pie, presented at the Gwydion Theatre, tells the story of childhood best friends Francesca and Patsy reuniting after a 30-year...
Why Dogs in Chicago Need More Beef: A Guide for Pet Owners
Hanna Kime recently premiered her comedy show in Chicago, featuring hotdog-eating antics that sparked some controversy. The use of Nathan’s hotdogs instead of the...
Exploring the Bird Restaurant in Chicago: A Detailed Review
The journey from being a teenager to a young adult can be challenging, but the movie "Bird" demonstrates that change can also bring liberation....
Exploring Music, Myth, and Magic in Chicago – Chicago Reader
Leroy and Lucy is a play by Ngozi Anyanwu that delves into the world of music, myth, and magic in a unique and captivating...
Best Christmas Pageant Ever Chicago Reader Review – Top Holiday Show in Chicago
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is a heartwarming holiday film that started as a short story in McCall's magazine and was later turned into...
Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point – Chicago Reader Review
Christmas Eve in Miller's Point is not your typical Christmas movie. It doesn't fall into the category of cheesy comedies or Hallmark-style films. Instead,...
Exciting Winter 2024 Monday Night Foodball Lineup Unveiled
I recently shared with you the exciting lineup for the Winter 2024 Monday Night Foodball at Frank and Mary’s Tavern in Avondale. This weekly...
Wendy Eisenberg’s Eye Surgery-Inspired Song Cycle – Chicago Reader Review
Wendy Eisenberg is known for their incredible skills as a guitarist and their ability to excel in both spontaneous and structured musical settings. However,...
Front 242 Says Farewell to Chicago with Week of Events – Chicago Reader
Front 242, a Belgian electronic group, is bidding farewell to Chicago with a week of events to celebrate their legacy in the city. The...
Las Migas: Bold Rumba-Tinged Feminist Flamenco in Chicago
Las Migas is a unique musical group hailing from Barcelona, Spain. Formed in 2004 by students of the Escola Superior de Música de Catalunya,...
Marcellus Pittman: Detroit Cool Techno Wiz – Chicago Reader
Marcellus Pittman is a talented Detroit techno producer and DJ known for his ability to transform a song with subtle melodies. He was a...
Fingy: Mixing Chill Downtempo House with Pop Euphoria
Natalie Finfer, known as Fingy in the music world, is a talented Chicago producer and DJ who is blending chill downtempo house with pop...
Amythyst Kiah’s Musical Journey Unveiled on Still + Bright – Chicago Reader
Amythyst Kiah, a talented singer-songwriter from Johnson City, Tennessee, has been making waves in the folk and roots music scene for over a decade....
Juror #2 Movie Review: Chicago Reader’s Take on the Film
The portrayal of juror #2 in both the teleplay and film adaptations of "12 Angry Men" showcases a character who initially appears timid and...
Exploring the Diverse Layers of Chicago – A Reader’s Perspective
Fall is a wonderful season, full of opportunities to wear layers and accessories while enjoying the cool, crisp air. Schuyler Smith, a design director...
Delicious Basbousa Milkshake Recipe at Ragadan – Chicago Reader
In the world of Middle Eastern pastries, baklava reigns as the ultimate treat. However, my personal favorite is the Egyptian basbousa, a soft, syrup-soaked...
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