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This Man Discovered "Chonkosaurus," Chicago's Viral Turtle

Al Scorch has been busy, not just with the internet’s new favorite reptile, but also potentially swaying the city’s recent mayoral race

Let the Bears Crawl to Arlington Heights

The Bears’ ties to Soldier Field are not so great that a move to a nearby suburb would dramatically alter the team’s identity

This Chicago Luxury Home Goods Entrepreneur Is in 7th Grade

Daniel Pelaez got his start in high-end candles at 11

Why You'll Want to Celebrate Something Called Dyngus Day

Sausage and beer at 9:30 in the morning? Sign us up.

MLB’s New Rules Are Making Baseball’s Announcers Better

A time limit might benefit every part of the game

The Endless Influence of Scandinavian Design Gets Its Due in Wisconsin

A co-curator of a new Milwaukee Art Museum exhibit that spans 90 years previews six essential works

The 7 Most Exclusive Members-Only Clubs in Chicago — And How to Join

Have your initiation fee, college diploma and/or high-engagement Instagram account at the ready

It’s Time for the Blackhawks to Change Their Name

A proposal that should anger the least amount of fans

Winter Got You Down? These 10 Chicago Activities Will Help.

Escape the cold 96 floors up, in a salt room or among tropical vegetation

Why Bears Fans Should Root for the Eagles in the Super Bowl

Buddy Ryan, the Double Doink and a certain quarterbacks coach are all reasons to say "Go Birds"

The Smashing Pumpkins Belong in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 

One small Chicago band will not be getting its flowers

The 27 Best Concerts Coming to Chicago This Winter

You'll be tempted to hole up at home. Get out and see these shows instead.

Sophie Lucido Johnson Writes (And Draws) About Parenting (And Polyamory) Better Than Anyone

We caught up with the Chicago author, illustrator and "New Yorker" cartoonist

Nobody Does Christmas in Chicago Like the Music Box

We spoke with the team behind the theater's 39th annual holiday sing-along and double feature

A “Nutcracker” Dancer’s Guide to the Best of Holiday Chicago

The best (and dancer-approved!) spa services and cheat meals in the Windy City