Famed architect and master urban planner Daniel Burnham's 1909 "Plan of Chicago" envisioned a beautified waterfront where community and culture come together with civic pride, transforming Chicago ...

From the gleaming high-rises that line Michigan Avenue to the 28-mile manmade shoreline along Lake Michigan, Chicago remains one of America's most vibrant, celebrated cities. A world-class destination ...

Sure, those special weekend festivals are circled on the calendar, and you’ve already booked tickets to the Jammin’ at the Zoo, but sometimes the best activities are the ones that don’t require any ...

January in Chicago is generally cold, but the city remains busy with free activities that make winter feel more manageable. January 2026 offers museum access, seasonal traditions, indoor escapes, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chicago Public Schools spring break runs March 23 through March 27. Families have plenty of options to fill the week, including ...

From haunted history to lighthearted scares, here are Chicago’s best kid-friendly ghost tours to take the whole family to. Chicago’s ghost stories aren’t just for Halloween – they are part of the city ...