2025 Guide: Must-see holiday light displays, events in Chicago, suburbs
The holiday season officially began in Chicago on Friday, with the annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. But we're just getting started!
Brookfield Zoo announces winning name for new axolotl
The votes are in – the Bookfield Zoo Chicago is proud to announce the name chosen by the public for their new axolotl is Sir Mix-O-Lotl.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago asks public to help name rescued axolotl
Brookfield Zoo Chicago wants your help naming its newest star: a rescued axolotl!
Brookfield Zoo mourns loss of 31-year-old brown bear Axhi
Brookfield Zoo Chicago announced that the nearly 31-year-old brown bear Axhi, who first came to the zoo in 1995, has died.
A cool new neighbor: Brookfield Zoo welcomes new polar bear
A frosty new face is coming to Brookfield Zoo this fall—an 8-year-old polar bear ready to meet her new neighbors.
Boil water order issued for part of Chicago suburb after water main repairs
A Chicago suburb has issued a boil water order for two blocks after crews fixed a leaking water main valve.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago unveils massive tropical primate habitat
Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s newest addition takes people to faraway rainforests while bringing them inches away from exciting wildlife.
Brookfield Zoo's newest joey makes first appearance: PHOTOS
A tiny kangaroo joey is peeking out of mom’s pouch for the first time at Brookfield Zoo. See the adorable debut🦘
Tiny, fast and adorable: New squirrel monkey born at Brookfield Zoo
Brookfield Zoo has welcomed a baby squirrel monkey to the zoo, as part of a species survival plan.
Brookfield Zoo helping endangered dragonfly species with crayfish burrows
One of the most rare and endangered dragonflies in Illinois is getting a lifeline at the Brookfield Zoo, which is among several local institutions raising another species of animal that could help the dragonfly survive.
Brookfield Zoo Chicago's newborn dolphin dies suddenly just days after birth
Brookfield Zoo is mourning the sudden loss of a baby dolphin born just days ago.
