Today's things that are awesome are also things that have next to nothing to do with each other, except that they're, well, more ›

This morning the Trib’s Eric Zorn discusses what he calls the beginning of “to help my school season.” Now’s the time of year when young kids start going door-to-door selling wrapping paper, candy, etc. to raise money for their schools. While he supports the idea of giving kids some idea of what it’s like to earn money, he avoids putting the guilt on his co-workers or neighbors but hopes anyone selling Girl Scout Cookies stops at his house twice. more ›

First of all, how many people knew that there was a plant on the West Side that made delicious corporate chocolate delights? Maybe many of you. But we can’t see you raising your hands eagerly in the air, so you’ll just have to bear with us and all the other poor saps who like to laugh at others’ misfortunes (especially corporate otherses) while we get our kicks. more ›

Chicagoist isn’t much on religion. With mom and dad from two different backgrounds, we were rockin’ Christmukah before Seth Cohen popularized the term. And with Easter coming up, we’re less concerned about the resurrection of Christ, and much, much more geared up over Easter candy. more ›

We heard something about an election coming up, but what we're really excited to vote against is candy corn—thanks to a Trib poll, our voice can be heard on this important issue. Candy Corn Is Disgusting, holy crap. So disgusting. Go forth and vote! more ›