Explore Chicago's most expensive house on the market
Chicago's most expensive home on the market has been for sale for nearly a year, and its price has been reduced by over 50% from the original asking price. (CHICAGO) This French-inspired Lincoln Park mansion is currently for sale at $23.5 million. This is down from the original $50 million asking price, and $4 million less than the lowered price from last February.
Read full storyLincoln Park Zoo: Chicago's Unexpectedly Haunted Attraction
One of the most "haunted places in America" is one of the most unlikely attractions you might expect. Condé Nast Traveler has published a report of 32 locations across the country selected by its editors as the most haunted places in America.
Read full storyHalloween Themed Restaurants Offer Spooky Fun in Chicago
From seven deadly sins to a monster mash, Chicago has it all. Are you wondering how to celebrate Halloween in Chicago? Some of the best celebrations are going down in Chicago restaurants and bars. Read on for a selection of Halloween Happenings around town.
Read full storySeptember's Spectacular Harvest Moon: The Last Supermoon of 2023
Coming right after the autumnal equinox, the Chicago night skies will glow with this year's final supermoon. (CHICAGO) Halloween decorations are out, pumpkin spice lattes are here, and the air is beginning to turn cool and crisp.
Read full storyChicago Animal Shelter Waives Adoption Fees for a Limited Time
Bring a furry friend into your life this September. Adoption fees are waived this month at Chicago Animal Care and Control. (CHICAGO) If you've been considering adopting a new dog or cat, you can do so for free this month at Chicago Animal Care and Control.
Read full storyStar Gazing: Why is Venus So Bright Right Now?
If you're up before sunrise, be sure to glance up towards the east for a glimpse of bright and beautiful Venus. (CHICAGO) Early morning risers may have noticed a shining bright star in the eastern sky appearing before dawn. It's actually not a star, but the planet Venus.
Read full storySip Into Fall with Wendy's Pumpkin Spice Frosty & Cold Brew
It's the best time of year for Pumpkin Spice lovers. As the cool weather blows in, the pumpkin spice offerings return. This autumn, Wendy's is introducing a Pumpkin Spice Frosty and Pumpkin Spice Frosty Cream Cold Brew to its menu lineup.
Read full storySpice Up Your Fall with Naf Naf Grill's Fiery New Menu Additions
(CHICAGO) As autumn rolls in, Naf Naf Grill, the Naperville-based sensation known for its Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine, is turning up the heat and tantalizing taste buds with an exciting array of spicy new menu additions.
Read full storyDiscover the Tragic Past of This Ghost Town in Illinois
(CHICAGO) America is home to countless ghost towns. These abandoned and forgotten places were the casualty of events such as mines drying up, the gold rush going bust, or railroads and highways being rerouted.
Read full storyCelebrate National Bakery Day All Month With Corner Bakery’s 99-Cent Cookies
Corner Bakery's soft, gooey cookies are just 99 cents all month long. (CHICAGO) Fall is the perfect time to indulge in a soft, bakery treat. And just in time for the season, National Bakery Day falls on September 22, 2023.
Read full storyFree Museum Days This September for Illinois Residents
Plan your Chicago museum trip today. See the list of free museum days for Illinois residents. (CHICAGO) There's no doubt, Chicago is home to some amazing museums. The best part, Illinois residents can tour them for free, depending on the day.
Read full storyRare Blue Supermoon: Biggest Full Moon This Year
The next blue supermoon won't occur until 2037. (CHICAGO) The second supermoon of August will occur this Wednesday. The rare blue supermoon will rise at 7:42 PM and peak at 8:36 PM in Chicago on Wednesday, August 30th.
Read full storyWhat is a coywolf and do they live in Chicago?
Burr Ridge officials are warning the public about a possible coywolf sighting in the suburb. (CHICAGO) Burr Ridge officials are investigating the possible presence of a coywolf in the Chicago suburb. Residents have reported seeing the hybrid animal in neighborhoods near the area of 83rd Street and County Line Road.
Read full storyThe World’s Largest Corn Maze Is Just Outside of Chicago
Take a day trip from Chicago to visit a Jurassic Park-themed corn maze this fall. (CHICAGO) Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove, Illinois, is known for its pumpkin patch, Christmas tree farm, and stunning field of tulips. It's also known for its colossal corn maze, which opens every fall.
Read full storyLincoln Park Uncorked Wine Stroll Returns This Fall
Summer is winding down, despite the heat, and now is the time to start planning those fall activities. On the schedule is the return of Chicago's annual Lincoln Park wine stroll featuring over 15 businesses.
Read full storyFrom downtown to the burbs: Chicago Waffles opens doors in Willowbrook and Oak Park
Chicago Waffles is known for its Belgian-style creative waffles and extensive menu. (CHICAGO) Chicago Waffles, a breakfast and lunch cafe known for its fabulous Belgian waffles, is expanding to the suburbs.
Read full storyExperience pickleball fun at Shake Shack's all-day event at Maggie Daley Park
On Sunday, August 20th, Shake Shack is hosting a day of pickleball in Chicago. (CHICAGO) Pickleball is having a moment. With over 36 million people playing, it's the fastest-growing sport in America.
Read full storyWhat's the longest bike trail in Illinois?
At 535 miles long, Illinois' longest bike trail takes riders past Lake Michigan, the northern border of the state, and the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers. (CHICAGO) There is still plenty of summertime left in Chicago, and one way to spend it is by exploring the scenic outdoors from your bike.
Read full storyCelebrating 30 years: Russian Tea Time's iconic dishes & decadent tea service in Chicago
Featuring afternoon tea and iconic dishes such as Chicken Kiev and Beef Stroganoff amid a traditional atmosphere, the restaurant is as popular as ever with tourists and locals alike.
Read full storyAugust opens and closes with a supermoon — including a rare blue moon
Two supermoons will rise in August. Here's how to see them in Chicago. (CHICAGO) August is a great month for Chicago skywatchers. This month features two full moons and the Perseids meteor shower, all within 30 days.
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