A personal diary of life in Chicago, covering theatre outings, gym routines, transit and winter weather, written in a warm, observant voice. Readers get vivid street-level impressions, playful commentary and gentle encouragement to explore the city on foot and by transit.
Website: https://wanderings.lionwood.com/
A weekly music newsletter by Chicago writer Josh Terry that champions independent artists and rejects algorithmic recommendations. Each issue offers album picks, a 15-song playlist, artist interviews or band deep dives, and local Chicago show listings.
The VP Chicago is a news outlet covering South Side and South suburban Chicago on health, education, money, housing and the environment. Its reporting centers on how public systems and institutions affect local residents, with investigative-style stories on access gaps and accountability.
A personal newsletter by a Chicago-based writer covering theatre previews, interviews with theatre directors, and film criticism, with candid reflections on the writer's own life. Readers get sharp, opinionated reviews and personal essays that connect art to broader questions about family, technology and early adulthood.
A subscriber-supported blog offering commentary on Chicago's politics, crime, culture and economy, alongside travel guides and personal essays about the city. Readers get a local perspective with a strong personal voice, from sharp takes on public safety to seasonal recommendations and nostalgic writing about baseball.
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