Jian Chung Lee

Most opera performances were cancelled on the night of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. Over the course of that weekend, Chicago freelance writer and editor Richard Rothschild began to notice parallels between the tragedy of the stage and the tragedy of real life.

Microsoft’s Xbox One and Sony’s Playstation 4 video game consoles will be released within the month. Microsoft recently showcased the Xbox One video game console in Chicago, and we asked attendees what they expect from Microsoft and Sony’s new releases.

In the summer of 1964, the English seaside resort town of Brighton was the battleground for two rival motorcycle gangs: the Mods and the Rockers. Almost five decades later, Rockers Larry Fletcher and Martin Cimek continues the infamous ‘Battle of Brighton’ by hosting the 9th annual Mods vs. Rockers Vintage Motorcycle and Scooter Rally in Chicago.

South Side festival explores ‘urban operating system’ with gathering of artists and community groups.