Learn about DePaul University’s 2024 acceptance rate, admissions requirements, GPA averages and what makes a strong candidate ...

Plan a perfect family day at Chicago’s Berger Park with lakefront views, a marine-themed playground, and nearby kid-friendly ...

Evanston’s On Your Feet Foundation launches the first U.S. group practice to screen and treat birthparents for postpartum ...

Elgin U-46 moves sixth grade to middle school, outlines dual language and ESL, considers staff-only ChatGPT, and opens the budget hearing.

Hands-on exploration and play at Chicago Waldorf School helps children build creativity, confidence and joy. Photo credit: Chicago Waldorf School Parents often wonder: What will my child actually do ...

Lincoln Park Zoo is welcoming back one of Chicago’s favorite traditions, Fall Fest, a free, family-friendly celebration running every Friday through Sunday from Sept. 26-Oct. 26, 2025. Visitors can ...

Known in other parts of the world as shires, provinces, or territories, the United States’ counties—also called boroughs or parishes in certain states—date back to the 1600s, when settlers first came ...

Next year, undocumented students will have new protections in Illinois schools. Next year, undocumented students will have new protections in Illinois schools. A new law, the Safe Schools for All Act ...

It’s always a good idea to know when kids are out for school especially for winter break, which is typically the longest time out of school outside of summer. But if your student attends school in the ...

Whether you’re heading to the Field Museum to meet Sue the T. rex, spending a rainy afternoon at Shedd Aquarium or catching a planetarium show at Adler, the Museum Campus in Chicago is one of the city ...

Chicago Public Schools families are entering the 2025–26 school year with a mix of new opportunities and fresh challenges. The district’s latest budget expands its Sustainable Community Schools ...

Camp O, a supportive camp for kids ages 6-14 near Chicago and beyond, is entering its fourth year Aug. 4-15, 2025. Learn how it helps kids build confidence, make friends and feel accepted. Photo ...