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The poop scoop on festival season

Service Sanitation porta-potties have become a ubiquitous sight at Chicago’s outdoor concerts. And even if you don’t think you want to, you’re about to learn about the business that put them there.

By Leor Galil

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The message of Court Theatre’s Harvey? Don’t worry—be happy

Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize-winning 1945 comedy was and remains a sweet break from the general awfulness.

By Tony Adler
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At Triumph Gallery, more than 150 artists counteract a GOP watch list

“The Dangerous Professors” marries art and education in response to online attacks on higher-ed teachers.

By Kate Sierzputowski
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A new “national” institution presents a touch-screen literary history.

By Deanna Isaacs

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Jon Mueller and Mike Weis meditate with drums at the Zen Buddhist Temple-Chicago

By Bill Meyer | 05.24.17
Black Cinema House honors the art of the shoeshine

By Ben Sachs | 05.24.17
Charming indie-pop duo Water From Your Eyes help celebrate the first year of Our Music My Body

By Leor Galil | 05.24.17
Some of the most stylish attendees at the SAIC 2017 fashion show

By Isa Giallorenzo | 05.24.17

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Chef Sarah Rinkavage pays tribute to her culinary mentor, Jason Hammel

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Meet Billy Pork, the father of Chicago's charcuterie revolution

A 77-year-old former sausage maker is behind all that salumi you're eating in restaurants.

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The bridges that work for the city that works

They may look like relics, but vertical lift bridges are still surprisingly active.

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The poop scoop on festival season

Service Sanitation porta-potties have become a ubiquitous sight at Chicago’s outdoor concerts. And even if you don’t think you want to, you’re about to learn about the business that put them there.

By Leor Galil | 05.24.17
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At Triumph Gallery, more than 150 artists counteract a GOP watch list

“The Dangerous Professors” marries art and education in response to online attacks on higher-ed teachers.

By Kate Sierzputowski | 05.24.17

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