We've been having a bit of a discussion today in the Chicagoist offices about Werner Herzog and some of the films he's made. more ›

This penguin chasing a butterfly reminds us that, while colder days may be ahead, we still have plenty of summer in store for us today. more ›

We don't know if these two penguins are being amorous or mutually helpful to each other, but right now we could really use someone to scratch that part of our back we can't reach. more ›

The Lincoln Park Zoo's rockhopper penguin chick made its debut this afternoon. The chick hatched in early July, and zookeepers don't yet know its sex, but that shouldn't dissuade us from coming up with adorable names for him or her. more ›