Just 45 miles from Chicago, Twin Lakes offers calm waters, boat rentals, lakeside eats and water ski shows for a chill family day trip.

Explore fully fenced Chicago playgrounds perfect for toddlers—safe, fun, and stress-free for busy parents.

Why is it called the 'L' train? This Curious Chicago Kids guide helps parents explain the city’s iconic ride to their little explorers.

Just 80 miles from Chicago, Lake Geneva offers beaches, boats, animals and eats for a perfect family summer getaway.

Explore Chicago with your kids! Curious Chicago Kids answers big questions—like where deep-dish pizza really came from.

As crisp fall air settles over Chicago, few things hit the seasonal sweet spot like a warm, sugar-dusted apple cider donut. Whether you’re up for a mini road trip or looking to stay local, we’ve ...

Discover Illinois’s priciest home markets, a ranking of the most expensive cities to buy in across the Chicago metro.

Families can join American Indian Center of Chicago for traditional Indigenous games and physical activities at Thatcher Woods.

Summer is the perfect time for outdoor fun – like camping, playing sports or going to the beach. But, for those with severe allergies, the summer season can bring added risks, not just from foods, but ...

Chicago students struggling with homework now have over 80 neighborhood libraries where they can walk in and get help – completely free. Through the Chicago Public Library’s “Teacher in the Library” ...

Ages 5-12 can join Trailside Museum of Natural History and dip nets in the water and scoop up different discoveries.

Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello!