For kids who are a little too old for camps but getting bored of sitting around the house, Chicago offers plenty of options for fun things to do in the summer. From swimming to hiking to outdoor music ...

Photos from Chicago Bears training camp on July 28-29, 2025, at Halas Hall. Photos: Bears practice in front of fans at training camp Photos: First practice of Bears training camp Photos: Bears report ...

Huguette Caland, “Eux” (ca. 1975), oil on linen (image courtesy Huguette Caland Estate) CHICAGO — Experts are warning that Chicago is heading towards a hotter-than-usual summer. And while I’m no ...

From outdoor movies to city tours to vacations to pool time, there's no lack of things to do in Chicago during the short and sweet summers. We've rounded up 35 amazing things to do with your Chicago ...

Summer is well underway, but it's not too late to take advantage of all the iconic festivals Chicago has to offer. From legendary music festivals like Lollapalooza to community-focused street fests, ...

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Kids (and parents!) of all ages can read books and earn prizes all summer long at Chicago Public Library. Kickoff events on June 21 feature crafts, music, hands-on activities and more. How do you keep ...

A month out from the Premier League Summer Series stop in Chicago, the league has announced events for fans leading up to the matches. As part of the second Summer Series, four clubs will compete at ...

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Chicago may be a “hellhole” according to President Donald Trump, but the city by the lake proved a pretty attractive destination for visitors over the summer, generating records for hotel occupancy ...