10 of Chicago’s Top Black Women of Impact

Sound, inspired leadership has never been more critical to the future of our communities. At Better, we’ve made it our mission to celebrate local and global leaders driving positive change. From eco warriors fighting to save our planet, to athletes making an impact on and off the court, to forces for change achieving progress in […]

In Pi We Crust: 8 Amazing Pies in Chicago for Pi Day 2021

If math class taught us one thing, it’s that every year on March 14 we celebrate the mathematical constant known as pi by eating our weight in pie. According to our calculations, Sunday is 3/14, the first three digits of pi. “If you can’t work this equation [to eat pie],” said the Spice Girls, “then […]

How My Disabled Son Has Given Me Hope During the Pandemic

As part of our “You Said It” Op-Ed series, we invite contributors to submit their opinion pieces. The views reflected in these pieces may not be our own. Have a submission? Contact us here. It was a Saturday morning, mid-pandemic, and the doorbell rang. We weren’t expecting a delivery and drop in visitors were a thing […]

12 Movies and TV Shows To Stream for Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, a time that highlights the contributions of women, both historically and today. The entertainment industry is just one of the places where women have left their marks as directors, producers, screenwriters and actors. Celebrate women in the arts and their stories with this list of movies and TV shows. “9 […]

12 Movies and TV Shows To Stream for Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, a time that highlights the contributions of women, both historically and today. The entertainment industry is just one of the places where women have left their marks as directors, producers, screenwriters and actors. Celebrate women in the arts and their stories with this list of movies and TV shows. “9 […]