Chicago Reader

A visit to the Sweets and Snacks Expo

Two intrepid reporters try to avoid drowning in a sea of salt and sugar.

by Leor Galil on May 24, 2019 at 6:00PM

Listen to The Ben Joravsky Show 6

by Ben Joravsky on May 24, 2019 at 1:00PM

Non-Fiction and The Souvenir question how well their characters really know one another—and themselves 2

In two new films, Olivier Assayas and Joanna Hogg withhold information to poke and provoke viewers.

by Ben Sachs on May 24, 2019 at 6:00AM

Small town government, Chicago-style politics

Lyons’s mayor, son of the former town boss who went to prison, is building clout in the western suburbs amid claims of cozy deals, including the purchase of his own house.

by Casey Toner, Better Government Association on May 23, 2019 at 2:00PM

Civic engagement doesn’t die in prison

A state bill outlines an education program for those about to be released.

by Christian Belanger on May 23, 2019 at 12:00PM