Chicago Park District highlights winter programs for all ages
The Chicago Park District’s Farah Tunks explains how residents can stay active through a wide range of indoor and outdoor winter activities, plus how to register and find program information.
Refine your golf game for free at the Columbus Park Mini Putt Course
FOX 32's Gabriella Premus tries her hand with the putter at the newly unveiled Columbus Park Mini Putt Course.
Homeless encampment on Chicago's North Side cleared after fires, safety concerns
A homeless encampment on Chicago's North Side has been dismantled after repeated fires and safety risks, according to officials.
Parents of teens shot at Chicago pool sue suspected shooter, Park District
The families of two teenagers who were shot, one fatally, at Douglass Park in June announced a wrongful death lawsuit against the Chicago Park District and the suspected shooter.
Families of teens shot at Chicago pool file lawsuit against suspect, park district
The families of two teenagers who were shot, one fatally, at Douglass Park in June announced a wrongful death lawsuit against the Chicago Park District and the suspected shooter.
Families of teens shot at Chicago's Douglass Park file lawsuit against suspect, park district
The families of two teens who were shot, one fatally, at Douglass Park in June announced a lawsuit against the Chicago Park District and the suspected shooter.
Chicago Park District unveils bold redesign for downtown lakefront | ChicagoNOW
Chicago's front yard might be getting a major facelift. A sweeping new vision from the Chicago Park District reimagines the lakefront from Randolph Street to Museum Campus, adding green space, public art, and long-awaited pedestrian connections. Block Club Chicago's Mack Liederman explains more.
Chicago lifeguard who allegedly shot teens passed all background checks: park district
The Chicago Park District has concluded its internal review into a former lifeguard who allegedly shot two unarmed teens, killing one of them last month in Douglass Park.
Fireworks accident leaves Chicago Park District workers seriously wounded
Two Chicago Park District employees were seriously injured by a firework Saturday morning at Humboldt Park beach.
Pro-Palestinian film in Chicago's Movies in the Park series sparks controversy
As tensions between Israel and Iran begin to cool, controversy is heating up in Chicago over a planned screening of a documentary some say is antisemitic.
Chicago Park District to crack down on unauthorized food vendors
Chicago city agencies are stepping up enforcement on unlicensed food vendors on public property this summer.
All 22 of Chicago beaches to open on Friday
All 22 of Chicago's beaches will open for the summer season on Friday.
Riot Fest to remain at Douglass Park through 2027
The Chicago Park District and Riot Fest signed a deal to keep the music festival in Douglass Park through 2027.
Chicago Park District opening applications for summer jobs
Rosa Escareno stopped by Good Day Chicago to talk about summer job opportunities.
New Chicago Park District leader sworn in
Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa as the next superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District.
Chicago Park District approves Chicago alderman as next superintendent and CEO
Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa as the next superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District.
Mayor Brandon Johnson appoints new leader of Chicago Park District
Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa as the next superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District, pending approval from the Park District Board.
Chicago Park District CEO resigns after 3 years at helm
The head of the Chicago Park District resigned her post on Wednesday after three years in that position.
Chicago Park District CEO resigns after 3 years at helm
The head of the Chicago Park District resigned her post on Wednesday after three years in that position.
Chicago swimmers move to indoor park district pools as summer wraps up
As summer comes to a close, so is beach season. But have no fear, the Chicago Park District is now hosting several indoor pool programs.



















