Skip to content

All Sections

Saturday, March 28th 2026

eNewspaper

Sign up for email newsletters

Subscribe
Log In

Account Settings Contact Us Log Out

Spoof a user

Sign up for email newsletters

Subscribe
Login

Saturday, March 28th 2026

eNewspaper

Advice

Books
Movies
Museums
Music and Concerts
The Theater Loop
TV and Streaming
Travel

Trending:

👑 ‘No Kings’ protests
🏀 Elite Eight matchup
🍽️ Vote in the Food Awards
📝 Quotes of the Week quiz
✍️ Asking Eric
📆 Today in History

Advice

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: Invitation left hanging

By R. Eric Thomas

March 28, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I have two friends with whom I frequently engage in trekking; we always...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: He died on my birthday

By R. Eric Thomas

March 27, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: A close family member who was a beloved community member died unexpectedly on...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: I dislike her green-eyed monster behavior

By R. Eric Thomas

March 26, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I have a wonderful, spiritual family friend who I have known for more...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: Try to have a meaningful conversation

By R. Eric Thomas

February 28, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I rarely see my son, when I do see him, it is always...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: How do I get my old friend to take a chill pill?

By R. Eric Thomas

February 27, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I have a friend, proud of his Jewish heritage, who I have known...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: Friends booked annual trip without us

By R. Eric Thomas

February 26, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: They went to the shore and did all the things we usually do...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: We don’t get to choose how other people make use of our gifts

By R. Eric Thomas

February 25, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: During our morning walks, my husband and I became acquainted with “Ron”, a...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: I’m not even invited to the wedding ceremony

By R. Eric Thomas

February 24, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I will be driving several hours to attend the wedding reception. It feels...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: I want to move away with my boyfriend

By R. Eric Thomas

February 23, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I live in an apartment with my 22-year-old daughter. She had a really...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: A talk is the right path forward

By R. Eric Thomas

February 22, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: My 40-year-old daughter has been living in a house with a very nice...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: I miss alcohol

By R. Eric Thomas

February 21, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I am a 58-year-old woman who was diagnosed with cirrhosis three years ago....

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: You should ask her

By R. Eric Thomas

February 20, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: So, what is her problem? What is in her mind when she does...

R. Eric Thomas, a playwright, screenwriter, best-selling author and a former columnist for Elle.com and Slate.com, will be writing a new syndicated column for the Chicago Tribune called "Asking Eric," which will replace Amy Dickinson's "Ask Amy" column. (Kap2ure Photography)

Asking Eric: I’m wondering how to gracefully quit the group

By R. Eric Thomas

February 19, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Dear Eric: I was invited to join a group of ladies last year for a...

Tribune Publishing
Company Info
Subscribe Now

Subscriber Terms and Conditions
Terms of Service
Cookie Policy
Cookie Preferences
California Notice at Collection
CA Notice of Financial Incentive
Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information

Copyright 2026 Chicago Tribune. All rights reserved. The use of any content on this website for the purpose of training artificial intelligence systems, algorithms, machine learning models, text and data mining, or similar use is strictly prohibited without explicit written consent.