Liked the other week's Made in Chicago and want to meet the guys of The Post Family? more ›

Artists have a reputation of being snobbish, standoffish and altogether pretentious loners. Some are glad to claim that title while others, like the members of The Post Family are out to prove it wrong. The troupe of mostly paper-goods artists share a loft space and website where they collaborate and hawk their wares. They also encourage anyone to say "hello." In their own words: more ›

Yesterday we learned that almost all of us have toxic chemicals hanging out in our bodies, and artists and musicians are no exception to the rule. Visual artists are often exposed to harmful chemicals on a long-term basis. Musicians risk hearing loss and/or vocal chord strain after a long career playing in loud clubs. And both groups risk repetitive motion disorders such as carpal tunnel. The upcoming Musicians at Work forum at the Cultural Center... more ›

Drew Peterson is saying his wife, missing Bolingbrook woman Stacy Peterson, left him. The Post Office lost a bunch of state unemployment checks. D'oh! A luxury movie theater will be going in a Block 37. Earl Hughes, 24, was shot and killed early Tuesday morning on the 5300 block of West Wabansia. Hughes's younger brother Robert is a running back for Notre Dame. Have a happy, safe, fun Halloween night, everybody! Holiday wishes from... more ›