Don Cornelius, the legendary creator of "Soul Train," was reportedly found dead in his California home of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. more ›

American Landmark Properties of Skokie is finally taking steps to recognize an iconic, if lesser-known Chicago personality. That's because today American Landmark Properties has made official the name change of the Sears Tower to the Willis Tower. And Chicagoist couldn't agree more - nearly six years since the death of Chicago busker, musician and artist Wesley Wiliis, he's finally getting his due in the form of a landmark office tower bearing his name. more ›

A hundred years after he was born, could Nelson Algren finally be getting some of the respect he so richly deserves? more ›