From ceramics and weaving to taxidermy, here are five practices that are affordable, intriguing — and a great distraction.

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Embark on a nostalgic journey through America's legendary highways. From the iconic Route 66 to hidden gems, discover the ...

The best food in Illinois isn’t found in fancy restaurants—it’s hidden in no-frills spots like this must-visit ...

Widespread snowfall totaling 4 to 6 inches is expected through Wednesday, with isolated higher amounts along the North Shore.

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Perhaps you’re already in the city; maybe you’re arriving in a day or two for the game. If you’re lucky enough to be headed ...

Credit: Colin Boyle/Block Club Chicago DOWNTOWN — What is Chicago’s Downtown? A city-sanctioned map will tell you it comprises the Loop and the Near North Side, but locals might name at least eight ...

Shakira, Don Omar, Peso Pluma, Grupo Frontera and more are slated to play Chicago’s up-and-coming Latin music festival, Sueños. The weekend event will return to Grant Park, in the heart of Downtown ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The federal government is stepping up its recent immigration sweeps across the country with sanctuary cities like Chicago being heavily targeted. At a press conference alongside ...

The Republican leader of the Illinois House and five voters on Tuesday filed a lawsuit asking the state Supreme Court to throw out the legislative district map as unconstitutionally drawn to favor ...