The Southeast Side is expected to eventually get a new green space after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cleans up the site ...

Roughly 4,800 people participated in the 25th annual Polar Plunge benefitting Special Children's Charities and Special Olympics Illinois.

In the U.S., there are ice swimmers from across the country — from states that experience colder climates such as Illinois ... to Chicago. “When I moved to Chicago, because Lake Michigan ...

Built in 2015, the gated house is owned by Tom Day, the CEO of top U.S. beer distributor Reyes Beer Division, and his wife, Amanda.

After yearslong litigation from residents and activists, and following recent opposition from the state of Illinois, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced Tuesday it was dropping a plan to expand ...

If you've ever wondered why they dye the river green in Chicago, we've got you covered. Here's everything you need to know about the Chicago River Dyeing 2025.

Controlling the source of the so-called forever chemicals can make the clean-up process more sustainable, according to a new ...

Washington ― Bipartisan members of Congress from Great Lakes states are urging the state of Illinois to "promptly ... state's waterways from infiltrating Lake Michigan. "This project is ...

An unusually strong area of low pressure is forecasted to quickly intensify across the Great Plains Friday, leading to a threat of severe weather in the Chicago area.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Registration is now open for Polar Plunge Chicago, benefiting Special Olympics Illinois ... warriors tackle the icy waters of Lake Michigan for an incredible cause.

The NWS issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook in Illinois, predicting severe thunderstorms, strong gusts and high temperatures later this week.