Teach for America recruits step up as Illinois teachers consider leaving classrooms
Nearly three out of five Illinois teachers are considering leaving the profession, but Teach for America is working to fill those gaps in Chicago schools
Nearly three out of five Illinois teachers are considering leaving the profession, but Teach for America is working to fill those gaps in Chicago schools
Farmers Market season continues in Batavia with fresh food
The kids have gone back to school and the weather is getting cool but farmers market season is continuing in suburban Batavia.
The kids have gone back to school and the weather is getting cool but farmers market season is continuing in suburban Batavia.
First-ever Food Co-op opens in DuPage County
Finding locally-sourced products isn't always easy, but the first ever food co-op has opened in suburban DuPage County.
Finding locally-sourced products isn't always easy, but the first ever food co-op has opened in suburban DuPage County.
Taste of Greektown takes place in Chicago this weekend
If you love Greek food, the Taste of Greektown in the historic Chicago neighborhood is set to take place this weekend.
If you love Greek food, the Taste of Greektown in the historic Chicago neighborhood is set to take place this weekend.
The Kidney Party in Chicago aims to inspire those with kidney disease
The Kidney Project is preparing to host the Kidney Party to raise awareness for kidney disease.
The Kidney Project is preparing to host the Kidney Party to raise awareness for kidney disease.
Chicago Triathlon kicks off with thousands of athletes of all ages
The Chicago Triathlon kicked off this weekend along the lakefront with athletes of all ages participating.
The Chicago Triathlon kicked off this weekend along the lakefront with athletes of all ages participating.
Capital Grille's is 17th Annual 'The Generous Pour' Tasting Experience
The Capital Grille is hosting its 17th Annual "The Generous Pour" Tasting Experience. Each wine is perfectly paired with a special gourmet dish like seared scallops, dry-aged steaks and even caviar.
The Capital Grille is hosting its 17th Annual "The Generous Pour" Tasting Experience. Each wine is perfectly paired with a special gourmet dish like seared scallops, dry-aged steaks and even caviar.
Chicago House Music Festival steps off this weekend
This weekend is the Chicago House Music Festival. The event showcases our city's deep roots in house music with an array of talented DJs, producers and dancers.
This weekend is the Chicago House Music Festival. The event showcases our city's deep roots in house music with an array of talented DJs, producers and dancers.
Illinois Holocaust Museum opens new downtown Chicago location
Experience 360 lets visitors explore the journeys of Holocaust survivors through an interactive museum space in the heart of the city.
Experience 360 lets visitors explore the journeys of Holocaust survivors through an interactive museum space in the heart of the city.
Let loose this weekend at the Will County Fair
Where can you find a demolition derby, rodeo, baby show and a carnival? Look no further than the Will County Fair.
Where can you find a demolition derby, rodeo, baby show and a carnival? Look no further than the Will County Fair.
Chicago chefs team up for one-night end-of-summer BBQ
Eden and Soul & Smoke are joining forces Sunday for a special barbecue event featuring a unique menu and collaborative flavors.
Eden and Soul & Smoke are joining forces Sunday for a special barbecue event featuring a unique menu and collaborative flavors.
Five things to know about Chicago Public Schools as students return to classrooms
Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin breaks down five key issues to watch this semester, from enrollment trends to funding challenges and the search for a new schools chief.
Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin breaks down five key issues to watch this semester, from enrollment trends to funding challenges and the search for a new schools chief.
Barrel Run?s Barrel Bus offers unique Chicago brewery tours and private events
Owner David Baker shows off his engineered Barrel Bus, which hosts public brewery tastings, private parties, and corporate outings with a one-of-a-kind design and experience.
Owner David Baker shows off his engineered Barrel Bus, which hosts public brewery tastings, private parties, and corporate outings with a one-of-a-kind design and experience.
Adult summer camp is here ? real fun, real friends, no kids allowed!
Camp Forever Fun in Michigan is part of a growing trend bringing adults back to summer camp for a weekend of nostalgic fun, meaningful connections, and a break from the digital world.
Camp Forever Fun in Michigan is part of a growing trend bringing adults back to summer camp for a weekend of nostalgic fun, meaningful connections, and a break from the digital world.
Las Chicas de Pilsen book club brings community together through reading
Co-founders Sylvia Sanchez and Lily Valdez share how their book club in Pilsen creates connections and inspires local residents through stories and discussion.
Co-founders Sylvia Sanchez and Lily Valdez share how their book club in Pilsen creates connections and inspires local residents through stories and discussion.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolls into Chicago for a weekend visit
The iconic Wienermobile is in the Chicago area this weekend, giving fans a chance to see the giant hot dog on wheels and meet its drivers.
The iconic Wienermobile is in the Chicago area this weekend, giving fans a chance to see the giant hot dog on wheels and meet its drivers.
New Girl Scout badge helps girls build body confidence from age 5
As the school year begins, the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana unveil a powerful new Body Appreciation Badge to help young girls develop confidence, set boundaries, and combat body image pressures starting as early as age 5.
As the school year begins, the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana unveil a powerful new Body Appreciation Badge to help young girls develop confidence, set boundaries, and combat body image pressures starting as early as age 5.
Des Plaines Theatre celebrates 100 years of pure entertainment
Des Plaines Theatre is 100 years old and they're holding quite the celebration.
Des Plaines Theatre is 100 years old and they're holding quite the celebration.
Pizza City Fest is every Chicago pie lovers' dream
Pizza City Fest is back this weekend, serving up live-baked pies from 14 different pizzerias each day along with plenty of food, fun and entertainment.
Pizza City Fest is back this weekend, serving up live-baked pies from 14 different pizzerias each day along with plenty of food, fun and entertainment.
Long Grove brothers create outdoor venue to bring neighbors together
Aaron and Jesse DeSoto, professional dancers and co-founders of Brothers? Field, share how their community space has become a hub for entertainment and connection, including this weekend?s upcoming Country Fest.
Aaron and Jesse DeSoto, professional dancers and co-founders of Brothers? Field, share how their community space has become a hub for entertainment and connection, including this weekend?s upcoming Country Fest.