Lauren is Chicago-area born and raised. She was previously the editor of RedEye Chicago and a lifestyles writer for the Chicago Tribune. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Vulture, The A.V. Club and The Lily.

Lauren is Chicago-area born and raised. She was previously the editor of RedEye Chicago and a lifestyles writer for the Chicago Tribune. Her work has appeared in the Washington Post, Vulture, The A.V. Club and The Lily.