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Science & Nature
From Saddles to Seed Nursery, This Former Barrington Horse Farm Is Being Restored to Native Habitat
Deep in Barrington's horse country, a former equestrian farm is being restored… Read More
Crime & Law
Feds Not Yet Sure if They’ll Retry Pair of ‘ComEd Four’ Defendants After Convictions Tossed Out
Federal prosecutors have not yet decided if they’ll re-try ex-Commonwealth… Read More
riding the rails
The Caboose: A Home Away from Home
Geoffrey Baer tours an old Union Pacific freight caboose with the help of Phil Hehn at the Illinois Railway Museum.
food
Sheil Shukla's Vegan Lemon Saffron Cake
A new cookbook by physician and recipe developer Sheil Shukla channels his creativity outside his day job.
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Professor T Season 5
Jasper confronts grief and the team’s loyalties fracture in the face of ever-darker cases.
Chicago Works
Wigs, Props, and Other Magic at the Lyric Opera
Meet a wigmaker, prop master, and conductor at the Lyric Opera.
For parents
7 Creative Ways to Learn About Animals
Does your child love animals? From the cute and cuddly to the weird and wild, animals are like us in so many ways.
Science & Nature
Encroaching Carp, Barrier Delays Threaten Great Lakes Ecosystem
For decades, four species of invasive carp have been working their way toward the Great Lakes. On their way, they’ve left a trail of decimated native fish populations and injured boaters.
Food
Chicago's Willy Wonka of Ice Cream
Dana Cree has created over 300 flavors of ice cream bar for her Pretty Cool Ice Cream, ranging from the nostalgic Dreamsicle to the wacky green bean casserole.
Riding the Rails
Ghost Tracks: The Rugged Beauty of Chicago’s Abandoned Railroad Infrastructure
Across Chicago, the remnants of the city’s rail history can be found just about everywhere. The old tracks trace the outlines of the rail network that once powered the city and connected the rest of the country.
Arts & Entertainment
Vintage Horror Films and a Free Museum Day: 4 Arts Picks for Your Weekend
From screenings of an influential horror director featuring some effects in the theater to a focus on artistic gardens.
For parents
How to Prepare Your Child for a New School
This year my son will go from the preschool he’s known his entire life to kindergarten at a new elementary school. Months ago, he was excited. But as the reality set in, he became nervous and scared. Whether your child is changing schools, getting a new teacher, school changes can bring out a lot of emotions for both of you!
