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A look back at the stories that defined 2018

By Daniel Patton Dec 28, 2018

The number of big stories from 2018 is far too great to fit into one article, thankfully. But we've tried. Using a combination of Google analytics, social media...

In memoriam

Remembering those we lost in 2018

By Daniel Patton Dec 27, 2018

They continue to strengthen Chicago's incomparable work ethic with memories of good-old- fashioned decency There were a lot of goodbyes in 2018. From the Queen of...

HOLIDAY SPIRIT

Christmas around the globe

By Barbara Roche Dec 24, 2018

Here's a little something to gently ease you out of the holidays If you're like me, you're starting to panic knowing that the Hallmark Christmas movies are about to come t...

NEW WORK

mcgarrybowen creates holiday thrills for Crayola

From Mark Allen & Co. Dec 21, 2018

A colorful campaign rouses the holiday spirit with DIY adventure and lovable crayon characters The Crayola characters are back this holiday season and are starring in ...

NEW WORK

Energy B and Kerrygold celebrate the sound of cooking

By Colin Costello Dec 21, 2018

Campaign pairs recipes with Spotify playlists to enhance the moods of preparation and dining What's your cooking theme song? When I come home and catch a waft of Vegan...

NEW WORK

KEVIN! is back in a ‘Home Alone’ update from Google

By Reel Chicago Dec 21, 2018

“#heygoogle Have you ever wondered what Kevin McCallister is like as an adult? Me neither” Macaulay Culkin He's back ya filthy animals. Macaulay Culkin was ...

REEL MOVES

Rhea + Kaiser adds three to growing roster

From R+K Dec 21, 2018

The “slightly rebellious” integrated shop finishes a busy year by hiring two new staffers and welcoming the return of a third (NAPERVILLE, Ill — 20 December 201...

WTTW Chicago among first to air ‘Victoria’ season 3

By Reel Chicago Dec 20, 2018

The Masterpiece hit period drama series premieres Sunday January 13 at 8 pm on WTTW11 and wttw.com/watch (Chicago — 19 December 2018) It is 1...

REEL THINGS

Best of the Midwest Awards relocate to The Promontory

From MIFF Dec 19, 2018

The Midwest Independent Film Festival’s annual event makes a move for a jazzy Hyde Park venue (Chicago — 19 December 2018) The Midwest Independ...

BREAKING NEWS

mb, Lil Jon, and Kool-Aid man make Yuletide history

By Reel Chicago Dec 19, 2018

The Chicago shop captures the legendary rapper and the iconic pitcher at their holiday best in the new anthem, "All I Really Want For Christmas" In a new spot by mcgarr...

REEL MOVES

Leviathan caps off busy year with hires and promotions

From the Darnell Works Agency Dec 19, 2018

The specialized agency's creative expansion includes the hiring of Cody Tilson and the promotion of Kyle Shoup (Chicago — 19 December 2018) As a final order of bu...

BREAKING NEWS

Local 476 elections reflect unprecedented growth

By Daniel Patton Dec 19, 2018

The Studio Mechanics’ record-setting year is is complemented by growing diversity in leadership and membership The Chicago Studio Mechanics Union Local 476, a chapt...

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‘Solstice’ comes full circle at the Music Box Theatre

By Daniel Patton Dec 14, 2018

The 25th Anniversary Screening of Lifetime TV’s Original World Premiere Movie “will be an even bigger deal than it was before.” Jerry Vasilatos’ 1993 featur...

BREAKING NEWS

‘Rendezvous in Chicago’ hometown premiere at the Siskel

By Joey Filer Dec 13, 2018

“You can make a good movie for $20,000 and a good film for $100,000, but you shouldn’t use the same script for both.” Michael Glover Smith Michael Glover Smi...

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giveashi*t holiday party mixes giving with good times

By Daniel Patton Dec 13, 2018

Socialize with friends, hear great music, eat delicious food, and enjoy tasty beverages while helping others tonight at Daily Planet Continuing a tradition of generosi...

NEW WORK

Mode Project helps Laughlin add humor to Acuity campaign

From Mode Project Dec 12, 2018

Relatable situations go from anxious to happy in a series of spots that have earned a million online views (Chicago — 12 December 2018) A series of videos created by...

NEW WORK

Sidebar helps Hershey update a holiday classic

By Daniel Patton Dec 12, 2018

”Heartwarming the World” spreads holiday joy by allowing users to create and share customized versions of “We Wish You A Merry Christmas” Sidebar recently kicke...

In memoriam

Kartemquin remembers Director Bill Siegel

By Reel Chicago Dec 11, 2018

"He took on important stories that no one else was telling." Kartemquin co-founder Gordon Quinn (Chicago — 11 December 2018) In a website and social media post th...

SPOTLIGHT

Film Office Director Rich Moskal: a tough act to follow

By Daniel Patton Dec 11, 2018

The man who arranged gunfights on the el, demolition in the loop, and “Transformer” battles on Wacker Drive explains how the CFO got it done Rich Moskal helped to ...

REEL THINGS

CAFM celebrates 10th year of “Fun & Fundraising”

From CAFM Dec 7, 2018

Holiday Hurrah at Carbon Arc features networking, raffle prizes, silent auction, “Winter Weekend Getaway” and more (Chicago — 5 December 2018) Tasty food, c...

TOP STORIES

Arienne Mandi joins Chicago P.D. as series regular for Season 13

Monticello welcomes John Goodman and Bryan Cranston in Chili Finger

Chicago Fire, P.D. and Med set to begin filming the new season