World & Nation
James ‘Big Jim’ Thompson, a former prosecutor who went on to become Illinois’ longest-serving governor, has died at 84.
Aug. 15, 2020
Books
Paperback thrillers of the ‘50s and ‘60s thrived on their fall-guy heroes, sexy sirens, con men and coldhearted killers.
May 5, 1991
A curvy bleached blonde falls to her knees, crouching over a man sprawled in a pool of blood.
March 11, 1990
Cashing in on the Jim Thompson revival, Westwood’s Blood & Guts Press has issued what it says is the first edition of Thompson’s last novel, “Child of Rage,” to adhere to the original manuscript.
July 14, 1991
Jim Thompson’s dark, chilling portrait of a two-bit sheriff in a jerkwater Southern town is best known as the source of Bernard Tavernier’s film, “Coup de Torchon.”
Oct. 28, 1990
Travel & Experiences
CROPPER’S CABIN by Jim Thompson (Vintage: $8.).
April 5, 1992
Business
McDonald’s CEO Jim Skinner retires; Don Thompson will take over
March 22, 2012
Jim Skinner, chief executive of McDonald’s, the largest restaurant chain on the planet, will retire this summer.
Movies
Everybody in Hollywood likes to boast about making a great deal.
Politics
The House panel wants information from GOP Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio about the Jan. 6 insurrection and efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.
Dec. 22, 2021