Arts/Life

Beyond Traffic Safety: How a Chicago crossing guard is forming neighborhood connections

Kieran Stover, Asst. Multimedia Editor / April 20, 2026

These unsung heroes are protecting their communities, one fist bump at a time.

People are getting high on April 20, but do you know why?

Madison Ragsdale, Contributing Writer / April 20, 2026

The counterculture origins of 420 are often forgotten, but the unofficial holiday lives on.

ÜMI: Reimagining the cannabis industry at Lincoln Park dispensary

Ivy D. Davidson, Contributing Writer / April 20, 2026

DePaul alum and owner Akemi Almeida hopes to bring community, connection and education to dispensary culture.

Who qualifies as a ‘stoner’?

Kahlia Williams, Contributing Writer / April 20, 2026

As cannabis becomes more socially accepted, the meaning of the word depends on personal interpretation.

Gardening DeJamz

DePaulia Staff / April 20, 2026

Celebrate 420 with a playlist curated by DePaulia editors.

The lows of getting high

Lindsay Freiberger, Asst. Arts & Life Editor / April 20, 2026

No matter the reason to get high, every individual's experience is unique and can sometimes differ from the one they desired.

‘Grip, rip and dip’ at PopUp Bagels’ new Lincoln Park location

Brielle Kohlbeck, Content Managing Editor / April 19, 2026

Hundreds of Chicagoans gathered bright and early outside of the grand opening of PopUp Bagels in Lincoln Park on Friday, April 17. Outside of the shop at 2321 N. Lincoln Ave, the line wrapped around...

April Showers DeJamz

Annie Koziel, Arts & Life Editor / April 13, 2026

While some are tearing up from spring allergies, I’m crying over this heart-wrenching music.

Chicago historian weaves culture and community into his history lessons

Tori Malek, Contributing Writer / April 13, 2026

On TikTok and network television, Shermann ‘Dilla’ Thomas shares the stories behind the city’s neighborhoods.

Why cat adoptions are on the rise in Chicago

Ainsha Milande, Contributing Writer / April 13, 2026

More Chicagoans are turning to shelters instead of buying pets.

Unsubscribed: How students are managing monthly services

Joe Bellisario, Contributing Writer / April 13, 2026

As subscription-based services add up, students reconsider if they’re worth the cost.

9 things to do this week on campus and in the city

Lindsay Freiberger, Asst. Arts & Life Editor / April 10, 2026

Chicago Fire vs. Atlanta United FC (DePaul Night) 7:30–10:30 p.m. | Saturday, April 11 Soldier Field Cheer on the Chicago Fire as they take on Atlanta United FC for DePaul Night! Tickets are...