Our guide to health, fitness and nature in Chicago. From beautiful parks to running routes, friendly gyms and peaceful places, you can find it all here.
The groundhog saw its shadow on Sunday, signaling six more weeks of —and this week’s forecast proves it! Chicago started the workweek with unseasonably warm weather, reaching...
Cases of Avian influenza, more commonly known as "bird flu," have been cropping up around the area in recent days, sparking questions regarding the potential threat to animals and humans alike. The news comes in the...
In this bustling city, we can all do a spa day occasionally. The best spas in Chicago are designed to relax the busy mind and to drift off into serene solitude after a muddled week. Whether it's been a busy week, a , or...
After weeks of brutal cold, Mother Nature is finally cutting a break—but don’t get too comfortable just yet. Temperatures hit a high of 49 degrees on Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS), well ab...
As drags on, we could all use a reason to celebrate. And this week, we'll get one! Tuesday marks the first in since November 2024! Sunsets before 5pm are a hallmark of winter in Chicago, imposing a restrictive...
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect in for the second consecutive day, as frigid air sends temperatures plunging into the negatives across the region. Temperatures hovered around -7 degrees Tuesday morning, with a...
It is no secret that Chicago has a remarkable range of world-class museums and attractions, but visiting them all can become costly. Luckily for us, some, like and Garfield Park Conservatory, are free year-round, while...
Coyote chaos has officially descended on , with the furry creatures popping up in several surprising locations around the city over the past week. One coyote made headlines on Monday, January 13, after entering an Al...
Following an extended cold snap, warmer temperatures are in store for this weekend—But don't get too comfortable, the conditions won't last long. Tuesday's high will top out at just 18 degrees, according to the , wi...
More snowy weather is on its way to , with two winter storm systems set to move through the region this weekend. Snow flakes will begin falling Thursday night, according to the , with an 80% chance of precipitation p...