The trouble with dating while bi
I've been bi my entire life. It was never an issue in both my marriages (to women) as I was monogamous. But now that online dating has taken over single life, I find myself having to declare my...
View ArticleBlackhawks Game 7 predictions
Not so fast, all you pessimistic Blackhawks fans.There's still life.  A tip of the cap to those of you who maintained hope during this teeth-gnashing ride. But whichever side you fall on, you'll...
View ArticleChicago's pinball explosion
A few brief moments after the doors opened for the first time at Headquarters Beercade's new pinball expansion, Michael Messaros strolled over to a brightly colored "Tales From the Crypt" game. He was...
View Article'Hoop camp' comes to Wicker Park
I don't know about you, but when I think of a cardio-intensive workout some standard images come to mind. There's the overzealous businessman cruising on the treadmill, the first-time gymgoer...
View ArticlePucker up to sour beer
Sour beers are a prime example of the "sounds weird, tastes awesome" phenomenon. It's no brewing mistake-these beers are intended to taste tart or acidic, a flavor that they owe to the wild yeast or...
View ArticleCali.'s Blaze Pizza coming to Chicago
California-based pizza company, Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza, is bringing its two-minute pizzas to Chicago. With the help of its affiliate, Levy Family Partners, Blaze Pizza will develop 15 franchise stores...
View ArticleWhat'choo talking about, Chicago?
He was the biggest little star of 80s TV and pop-culture.Gary Coleman -- who gained fame with his quip "Whatchu talkin' about Willis" as Arnold Jackson on 80s sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes" -- is set to be...
View ArticleTreat yourself to ... yourself
Happy National Masturbation Month-or Maysturbation, as the sex toy industry so cleverly nicknamed it in 1995.I realize I may be a little weird, but masturbation has always been a topic near and dear to...
View ArticleSeventh heaven
Blackhawks. Red Wings. Game 7. The city of Chicago was beside itself with excitement Wednesday, which means there were two possible outcomes: Either Blackhawks Nation would be in hockey heaven, or...
View ArticleMJ, Harry, baseball and the city series
While scanning YouTube for Crosstown Classic clips, I came upon this gem from 1994, back when the game was a yearly charity event before the days of interleague play. The '94 game at Wrigley Field is...
View ArticleHere's your party problem solver
Ah, summer! Not sure about you, but I think it's about damn time.Chicago just comes to life when the weather heats up. All the hot people in your neighborhood surface, work basically turns into "update...
View ArticleChicago gives Okla. dogs a hand
When Heather Owen heard about the deadly tornado in Moore, Okla., last week, she decided to do what she could to help. As president of One Tail at a Time, the Chicago-based dog rescue center, that...
View ArticleFest guide: May 31-June 2
This is the kind of fest weekend Chicago loves. Maifest, Do-Division, Lincoln Avenue Live and more bring a little something for everyone, from pretzels and PBR to bands and boutiques. 'Hoods are well...
View ArticleCrime, Chicago and social media
Somewhere in the Chicago Police Department, someone spends more time on YouTube and Twitter than you do.Social networks and content-sharing sites have made it easier than ever for would-be criminals to...
View ArticleIs it the Sky's time?
After only a month or so as a member of the Sky, Elena Delle Donne has already consumed a deep dish-sized slice of local culture.So far the 23-year old, drafted No. 2 overall in April, has sat in the...
View ArticleEx-NFL player to lead Pride Parade
For years, Wade Davis closely guarded his secret. The former NFL player feared the impact it would have in the locker room and front offices. The ex-Tennessee Titan, Washington Redskin and Seattle...
View ArticleVegan test-drive
From this summer's vegan menu at Grant Achatz's restaurant Next to the buzz about plant-based diets, veganism is definitely having a moment."A few years ago, people said, 'Oh, vegan? What does that...
View ArticleJune TV guide
The summer TV season gets in full gear this June, with so many new and returning series, specials and movies premiering I am not even sure where to start. AMC has resurrected "The Killing" (June 2) for...
View ArticleGame day: Let us Hawk!
They stormed out of the dressing room firing pucks at Jonathan Quick.With the NHL's hottest goaltender standing between them and a berth in the Stanley Cup Final, the Blackhawks are determined to get...
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