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Student Guide Edited by Liz Plosser

  • Best deals in town
    • Fashion freebies

      Macy's rolls out Spring Break specials.

      Macy's rolls out Spring Break specials.
    • Budget breakfasts

      The city's best (cheap!) morning meals.

      The city's best (cheap!) morning meals.
    • Chicago barbecue

      Our favorite (cheap!) spots for delish BBQ.

      Our favorite (cheap!) spots for delish BBQ.
  • Must-see museums
  • Neighborhoods
Fashion freebies

Macy's rolls out Spring Break specials.

Featured stories
  • Top ten vintage shops

    Score everything from gently used designer frocks, collectibles to mod furnishings from these past masters.

  • Underground Chicago

    Take a peek at top-secret, word-of-mouth parties, exhibitions and performances.

  • Make money

    These side gigs might not pay your tuition, but they’re better than begging Mom and Dad for cash.

  • Steal vs. splurge

    Feeling short on cash? Our Cheap Issue rates fancy goods and their affordable counterparts.

Can't-miss stories
  • The Spire

    How the heck did the city's biggest building result in a gaping orifice?

  • House call

    We dig this graphic designer's sizeable art collection.

  • Gayborhoods

    A battle of two G&L 'hoods: Andersonville versus Boystown.