Discover the best county to raise a family in each U.S. state, including where Illinois ranked, based on Niche 2025 rankings ...

Discover the best county to raise a family in each U.S. state, including where Illinois ranked, based on Niche 2025 rankings for schools, safety, housing, income and outdoor amenities.

From quiet nature trails to family-friendly cafes, here’s how to make the most of your time near Chicago’s iconic museums.

Next year, undocumented students will have new protections in Illinois schools. Next year, undocumented students will have new protections in Illinois schools. A new law, the Safe Schools for All Act ...

From visiting century-old neighborhoods to spotting King Kong, these are the best free activities to do with your Chicago teens. Looking for a fun activity to do with your teen that won’t break the ...

If you’ve heard your child suddenly shout “six seven!” in the car, at dinner or even in the middle of class, you’re not alone. The phrase has become one of the biggest kid trends of 2025. But where ...

Shrink down to the size of a ladybug and walk along the forest floor then float among the clouds at WONDRA, a new multi-sensory experience coming to Schaumburg this fall. The fantastical, 45-60 minute ...

From delayed pension payments to reliance on city surplus funds, here’s what the new $10.2 billion budget means for families. The Chicago Board of Education approved a $10.2 billion budget on Aug. 28 ...

Chicago Public Schools families are entering the 2025–26 school year with a mix of new opportunities and fresh challenges. The district’s latest budget expands its Sustainable Community Schools ...

Discover winter break dates for Elgin U-46 schools and find fun, family-friendly things to do in the area during the holiday ...

Did you know that Chicago has a history with candy? Once known as the “Candy Capital of the World,” Lemon Heads, Juicy Fruit and Tootsie Rolls all originated in the Windy City. Luckily for us, our ...

How chef-parents Chris and Megan Curren built The Graceful Ordinary in St. Charles and keep family at the center.