Culture & The Arts
The unlikely rise of Malört as Chicago’s drink
Malört’s ascendancy happened more recently than you might think. And a lot of it comes down to one man.
Making RuPaul
America is seeing an outcry against drag performances from state legislatures. And one icon remains at the battlefront.
Water sports! Six adventures to take within Chicago city limits
Summer in the city calls for adventure on the water. Here’s where to paddle, cruise, cast, and explore.
Race promoters praise NASCAR weekend in Chicago but deeper dives will come
NASCAR said it invested $50 million in the festival, which debuted this year, but heavy rain curtailed activities and spending.
Nerdette Book Club: Tania James on ‘Loot’
The author says she “let delight be [her] guide” while writing this historical novel.
Judy Greer on her ‘sixth sense,’ perimenopause and her Steppenwolf debut
The actor stars in a new play that takes an honest look at the evolution of marriage.
PHOTOS: Rain soaked NASCAR’s big day in Chicago
Saturday’s race was curtailed, concerts canceled and fans left to deal with unpredictable start times. Here’s a look at NASCAR’S soggy Sunday.
Shane van Gisbergen wins first NASCAR victory in Grant Park 220
After the heavy rain finally let up in the late afternoon Sunday, NASCAR’s big race is won by van Gisbergen after a wild, chaotic race in downtown Chicago.
PHOTOS: NASCAR fans packed downtown for day one before the rain began
Fans flooded the Grant Park area for day one, but Saturday’s race and concerts were cut short due to severe weather.