Even though we are in Illinois, we don't have to venture too far to find some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the world. If you drive about 100 miles west of Chicago, you will transition from one...
Chances are, you have never seen a Union Pacific Big Boy steam locomotive in operation. Only 25 of these locomotives were originally built, and just one is still in working condition. Luckily, if you'v...
Lake Michigan is dotted with popular and breathtaking beaches, making it difficult to choose the best one. While staying in Chicago is an option, the inland lakes and quarries in the suburbs offer picture...
If you weren't aware, Carmine's is back to serving Italian-American classics on Rush Street after nearly three years of anticipation—and it looks quite different from when it last opened. When you walk...
It's now June, which means summer is finally here! Memorial Day Weekend has passed, giving Chicago its first taste of summer festivities. And there's so much more to enjoy. From exciting interactive expe...
There is a new seamless starting point for cyclists heading toward the city's harbors: Igor's Bike Shack. Located directly on the Lakefront Trail in Lakeview, this shop operates out of a repurposed sha...
Did you know that every time you pay for street parking at a meter in Chicago, the revenue doesn't go to the city but instead goes directly to a private company? This ongoing diversion of funds is the...
You've probably been to the Salt Shed—it’s one of the largest music venues in Chicago, featuring both outdoor and indoor spaces, a whole section dedicated to food vendors, and scenic river views while you...
No, we can't compare Chicago to places like Aruba, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico—we're not a tropical paradise, even though we are surrounded by water. While Chicago is an architectural gem, it doesn't offe...
Deciding which place has the best pizza slice can be a contentious topic, especially with so many notable spots in Chicago—we mean, there is Lou Malnati's, Pequod's Pizza, and Giordano's, to name a few. ...