Discover how empathy is woven into learning at Lycée Français de Chicago — and simple ways parents can nurture this lifelong ...

How CEO and dad Mario Spina balances Parent Petroleum, 93 Octane Brewery and home life, plus his work with Cal’s Angels.

From Orange County to Teton County, explore the top family-friendly county in every state —including Illinois — ranked by schools, safety, affordability and quality of life using Niche’s 2025 data.

A beloved toy brand is adding a new stop for families in the western suburbs for Chicago. Toys “R” Us has opened a store inside Chicago Premium Outlets in Aurora, giving shoppers another reason to ...

Oktoberfest season is back, bringing the sounds, tastes and traditions of Bavaria to neighborhoods across Chicago. From classic German food and lively music to fun family activities, there’s something ...

Families in the Elgin-area U-46 district should expect school assignment letters by late October and a Nov. 1–13 window to request a different school; higher spending reflects Unite U-46 construction ...

The holiday season always sneaks up quickly, and families across Chicago are already planning how to make the most of winter break. From arranging childcare to booking travel and planning festive ...

A new program based in Evanston is drawing national attention for filling a critical gap in postpartum mental health care. On Your Feet Foundation, headquartered in Evanston, has launched the first ...

When Sally Schwartz launched Randolph Street Market more than 20 years ago, she was a single mom with a 5-year-old by her side. What began as her solution to bring antiques and vintage finds into ...

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. This summer, worried parents called the principal at Chalmers Elementary on Chicago’s West Side ...

Chicago is full of places that help kids see history and culture come alive. From libraries and museums to parks and aquariums, the city’s landmarks aren’t just for tourists — they can also give ...

When Xochitl Gonzalez found out her debut novel, Olga Dies Dreaming, had been chosen as this year’s One Book, One Chicago (OBOC) selection, her first reaction was joy. “While it’s about many things, ...