The city will host a day of remembrance for the victims as the residents continue to move forward since the tragedy.

For more information on Illinois Beach State Park, go to https://dnr.illinois.gov and search for the link to the park.

Here are 10 Chicago area water parks to help beat the heat and stay cool. As the self-proclaimed "Illinois’ largest water ...

Live music and bark in the park, a dog friendly concert, will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, at Caboose Park, 37908 N. Fairfield Road, Lake Villa. The Hair Band Night, playing ‘80s ...

Preservationists are asking neighbors to help choose names for the three endangered chicks that call Montrose Beach home.

July is always a busy month for Chicago area food festivals, so we’ve rounded up a list – highlighting wine, craft beer, ...

Three people were recovered after drowning in a local river on Saturday night in Jasper County, Illinois. According to the ...

Jim Shell thought he could figure out how to target burbot on the reefs of the Illinois waters of Lake Michigan. And he did.

BRIAN NADIG The city Department of Buildings last month issued a construction permit for a new two-story daycare on the ...

With dedication and ingenuity, a recovery team has been helping the endangered shorebirds overcome old and emerging threats ...