Every city is famous for something. In fact, some places are famous for many things, even the Rockford area. From a bustling ...

1909: Daniel Burnham’s Plan of Chicago was unveiled. 1916: Municipal Pier (later known as Navy Pier) opened.

Built in 1897, the venue for musical performances features a showstopping copper dome and marble-clad base designed by ...

Besides fireworks and parades, there are plenty of options for fun throughout the Chicago area this holiday weekend.

Each summer, thousands climb aboard the Chicago Architecture Foundation’s River Boat Tour and glide past skyscrapers towering on the footholds of determination and ingenuity.

National Fried Chicken Day is coming, and America is going extra crispy as restaurants and home kitchens prepare for one of the summer’s boldest food ... Read moreThe post National ...