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'Dear John Hughes' coming to Chicago, a show celebrating his movies

A multi-media, concert-style show designed to celebrate the movies of the late John Hughes — including such nostalgic titles as “Sixteen Candles,” “The Breakfast Club,” “Weird Science,”

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U. of C. Student Wins Amtrak Writing Residency, Will Spend Year on Train

Korey Garibaldi, one of 24 winners out of 16,000 applicants, will work on his book, "Different Trains."

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What You’ll See at the MCA’s New David Bowie Exhibit

Chief Curator Michael Darling picks his favorite glam-rock artifacts from the MCA’s new retrospective.

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The 50 most beautiful buildings in Chicago

We searched Chicago's skyline from the skyscrapers to the side streets and beyond to find our favorite examples of the city's architectural excellence.

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Caillebotte Uncovered: Art Institute Restoration Reveals Hidden Details

In what was supposed to be a routine cleaning, the Art Institute of Chicago’s recent restoration of Gustave Caillebotte’s Paris Street; Rainy Day uncovered details about the artist’s original intention that have been buried under varnish

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The MCA Summer Jazz Series Kicks Off Today

Bring a blanket for the lawn or grab a seat on the terrace to hear some of the city's finest jazz musicians for free throughout the summer.