It is deeply pleasing to know that Dorothy Allison lived a happy and fulfilled adult life. Her work will endure long after her death.
Biblioracle: Dorothy Allison has died at 75. ‘Bastard Out of Carolina’ is a testament to the resiliency of spirit.
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Help your evergreens get ready for winter
It’s easy to assume that all evergreen shrubs are tough as nails, but winter can be hard on the plant.
Chicago artists of color see a bit of support but want more inclusivity, opportunity in American institutions
While there is more support for artists of color around Chicago, some feel there is much more work to be done to widen the scope of American art.
Today in History: ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ premieres in theaters
On Nov. 16, 2001, the first film in the Harry Potter series, “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” (U.S. title: “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone”) debuted in theaters around the world.
Photos: Windy City Curling
Windy City Curling league play resumes after a fire in early March destroyed much of the their facility in Villa Park, ending last year’s season early. The curling community from around the globe pitched in funds to support Windy City Curling.
Historic downtown Frankfort bowling alley reopening as The Loft
The building in downtown Frankfort opened as a general store in 1877, and the upstairs bowling alley was installed in 1949.
Mike Tyson-Jake Paul bout gives Netflix an opportunity to show it can handle big events with NFL and WWE on horizon
Jake Paul and Mike Tyson aren’t the only ones who have high stakes when they meet in the boxing ring on Friday night. For Netflix, it is their biggest live sports event to date.
Shel Talmy, Chicago native who produced hits by The Who and The Kinks, dead at 87
Shel Talmy, a Chicago-born music producer and arranger who worked on such British punk classics as The Who’s “My Generation” and The Kinks’ “You Really Got Me,” has died. He was 87.
Column: Bit by bit, from ‘Moonlight’ to ‘Mufasa,’ editor Joi McMillon is putting it together
Friends since their days at Florida State University, editor Joi McMillon and director Barry Jenkins go from “Moonlight” to “Mufasa”
Review: ‘Tammy Faye’ musical on Broadway pokes fun of some all too easy targets
With a score by Elton John, this production comes to Broadway from London with its fabulous original star, Katie Brayben. Her performance is the most interesting part of the show.