Discover why kids love “The Bean” in Chicago — and how to explain it with fun facts, tips and answers to curious questions.

The Hyatt Centric Chicago O'Hare in the US has reopened after undergoing a revitalisation project with a modern aesthetic.

BND business columnist Jennifer Green shares details about new restaurant openings – and one closing – in the metro-east.

In this week's edition of Street Talk, Chicago residents shared their absolute "must do" places to hit up during the height of summer.

By studying chipmunk and vole specimens hidden away in the backroom drawers of Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History, a research team—lead by assistant curator of mammals Anderson Feijó ...

Less than 25% of Illinois farmland is owned by the farmer who works the land, with the rest leased by individuals, family trusts and, increasingly, investors looking to turn a profit.

Restaurant news: Wolf & Company, with first patio on The 606, among openings and closings around Chicago ...

Chicago area celebrates Juneteenth Juneteenth celebrations are taking place throughout the Chicago area. The federal holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S.

Enjoy a 2.5-mile guided walk where we learn about decomposition, fungi and the importance of decay in the forest.

The Black-owned Semicolon Bookstore & Gallery has reopened on Chicago Avenue in West Town just in time to celebrate the Juneteenth holiday.

Auto thefts dropped in 2024, trend appears to be continuing into 2025. But a few new car brands are seeing increases. Police explained why.

After closing in 1985, operators of the Palace Theatre managed to restore the building for future events, despite a difficult financial situation.