In Jackson Heights offers a tour of New York’s most racially diverse neighborhood.
Tag: Vol. 45 No. 9
Issue of Nov. 26 – Dec. 2, 2015
JeanMarie Brownson’s everything cookie can slake a stoner’s hunger
The Tribune food columnist’s debut cookbook is full of simple but satisfying recipes.
George Klauba’s new exhibit recalls love in the time of revolution
A series of paintings look back on a brief affair in Cold War-era Cuba.
Rick Bayless, ZooLights with beer, and more things to do in Chicago to kick off December
The Interview Show, BrewLights, and more events in Chicago from November 30-December 3
Why do cops in trouble get the benefit of the doubt?
Civilian authorities treat police like something they’re afraid of.
Did you read about the University of Chicago, CPD body cams, and Cards Against Humanity?
Also about Black Friday, Bruce Rauner, and the English language?
Post-Thanksgiving weekend events and things to do in Chicago
Windy City Soul Club, ZooLights, The Sound of Music, and more events in Chicago from November 27-29
Long reads from the Reader archive for your long Thanksgiving weekend
Sink your teeth into these favorite Reader features.
Pianist Alexander Hawkins signals a new era of progressive British jazz
The multifaceted keyboardist shows off a strong personality on two fantastic new albums.
Rahm could’ve been the hero in the McDonald shooting
By doing the immoral and politically stupid thing instead, Emanuel is a bum.
A Schwinn-inspired dinner transforms a Milwaukee Avenue bike shop into a supper club
The new pop-up dining series Drop Leaf Dinners aims to become a restaurant that employs at-risk youth.
‘The dog ate my homework’ and other dumb excuses a Chicago tutor has heard
“I get lied to on a daily basis,” says Kristi Harreld.
DJ Virtual Brat offers an education in Japanese fashion trends
This guy is so kawaii, Japanese for “cute.”
Introducing a new Savage Love coinage
Plus: a peculiar habit, a tip for beginners, a case calling for DTMFA, and more