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Shoes Over Telephone Wires: This Probably Doesn't Explain It
Chicago residents are scratching their heads over this age-old mystery.
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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Bus Rapid Transit
A new database corrals just about everything that's known about the 134 BRT systems in the world.
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The Big Fix
The Elusiveness of Police Accountability
If Trayvon Martin had been shot by an officer, his killing wouldn't have sparked a national outcry. Why it's so hard to hold officers accountable for excessive force.
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Fashion Accessory of the Day: Subway Map Cuff Bracelets
A sleek, sartorial way to show your love for public transportation.
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Infographic of the Day: The Top 5 U.S. Cities in 1940 vs. 2010
The Census Bureau is getting ready for the release of all the forms from its 1940 count.
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The Accidental DIY Developer
Chicago artist Theaster Gates takes his neighborhood-changing projects on the road.
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Skyscrapers of the Mad Men Era
Mysterious, simple, intimidating. These buildings define the 1960s just as much as a certain show.
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Why I Love My City
Chicago’s Overshadowed Chef Gets His Moment
Paul Kahan finally gets the recognition he deserves.
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Two Big Public Space Makeovers for Chicago
A 2.65-mile elevated park and a massive makeover for Navy Pier are both in the works.
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Why I Love My City
The Man Who Brought Texas BBQ to Chicago
Barry Sorkin is an Illinois native with no formal food background. Here's how he opened one of the city's most successful restaurants.
