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 winter in Chicago—and this week’s forecast proves it! Chicago started the workweek with unseasonably warm weather, reaching a high of 49 degrees on Mon...
Cases of Avian influenza, more commonly known as “bird flu,” have been cropping up around the Chicago area in recent days, sparking questions regarding the potential threat to animals and humans alike. The n...
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,...
After weeks of brutal cold, Mother Nature is finally cutting Chicago 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), wel...
As winter in Chicago drags on, we could all use a reason to celebrate. And this week, we’ll get one! Tuesday marks the first 5pm sunset in…...
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect in Chicago for the second consecutive day, as frigid air sends temperatures plunging into the negatives across the region. Temperatures hovered around -7 degrees Tuesday morning, wit...
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 Lincoln Park Zoo and Garfield Park Conservatory, are free y...
Coyote chaos has officially descended on Chicago, 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 a...
This winter is predicted to bring colder and snowier conditions to Chicago than anything we’ve seen in recent years. Winter in Chicago can be a grueling time, but it doesn’t have to be all about snow shoveli...
Following an extended cold snap, warmer temperatures are in store for Chicago this weekend—But don’t get too comfortable, the conditions won’t last long. Tuesday’s high will top out at just 18 degrees,...
