On this day in Chicago history: Soldier Field hosts first Special Olympics Summer Games
Developed by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, the Special Olympics International Games changed the way people acted and reacted toward the intellectually disabled.
All-female boxing showcase challenges gender stereotypes in Wicker Park
The Chicago Park District on Thursday hosted its first all-female boxing showcase since the pandemic ended.
Chicago Park District moves camps indoors due to dangerous air quality
The Chicago Park District has brought its campers indoors because of the dangerous air quality across the city.
Dive into Chicago pools that reopened on Friday
It's finally pool season, which means the Chicago Park District opened most of its city's pools on Friday.
Lifeguard shortage may cause snag for summer
Summer is the time when Chicagoans are using their parks, beaches, and pools.
Chicago's 'Night Out in the Parks' returns Wednesday
Through late October, dozens of events will be held in each of Chicago's 77 neighborhoods.
Riot Fest and Re:SET Festival get green light despite community opposition
It's music to concert fans ears, as both Riot Fest and the Re:SET Festival will go forward after winning Chicago Park District approval.
All Chicago pools set to reopen June 23 with increased lifeguard staffing
Get ready to dive in, do a cannonball or just take a dip! All Chicago pools are on track to reopen June 23 after lifeguard hiring surge.
City hosts blind soccer clinic near University of Chicago
The goal of the clinic was to provide a specially adapted sports experience to students with vision loss or impairment.
Chicago beaches open for the summer
Chicago's 22 beaches officially opened on Friday morning.
Riot Fest lineup features Foo Fighters, Turnstile, The Cure
The Riotfest 2023 lineup is out, and tickets are now on sale. But there's one big problem — the Chicago Park District hasn't given the green light for the show to go on.
