Chicago's museums are world-class, but all those bones, weather simulators and rides in Chicago's first El train car don't come cheap. Throw in parking,special exhibits and the gift shop, and it adds ...

Explore Chicago's history for free this week and again at the end of the month. The Chicago History Museum is offering free entry for Illinois residents from January 19 to the 23. There are also free ...

Fresh travel guides are offering Chicago residents curated spring and summer getaway ideas, from nearby national and state parks to charming small towns and cultural hubs. Highlights include Indiana ...

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Since the holidays, many of us have spent winter days cooped up inside, shuttling between work, school and home while the calendar crawls toward spring. If you ask us, there’s never been a better time ...