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Whether at large commercial parks or smaller facilities operated by local park districts, there are plenty of waterparks in and around the Chicago area to help you enjoy the warmer months.

The Chicago Cubs made a roster move prior to their series vs. the Cardinals, sending pitcher Nate Pearson to the minors and recalling Michael Fulmer.

The Fourth of July holiday is fast approaching and fireworks displays will soon light up Chicago-area skies, but which day your town will hold them depends on where you live.

You can now drive a golf cart on the street – legally — in at least one Chicago suburb.

Fears of conflict loom large after the United States inserted itself into the Israel-Iran war, raising urgent questions about the possibility of war.

Flags were flying at half-staff Monday in Illinois ahead of visitation and funeral services for fallen Chicago Police Officer Krystal Rivera.

A fire caused evacuations at a suburban Schaumburg recreation center after construction crews hit a gas line.

While most new laws in the state of Illinois take effect on New Year’s Day, there are a few changes that will go into effect next week.

Nearly a week after a 16-year-old girl went missing from the western suburbs and days of search parties, Yorkville police confirmed they had found a body in “the area of concern,” describing the discovery as “tragic” as an investigation continues.

“The Bear” will soon have fans saying “yes chef” once again as the hit Chicago-set show returns for a fourth season.

Trains on a busy Metra line that runs from Chicago up through the northern suburbs and to Wisconsin were suspended Monday morning due to “emergency track repairs,” Metra said.

The alert said strikes could motivate violent extremist groups led by the Islamic Republic of Iran to “mobilize.”

A sweltering heat wave across the Chicago area continues for a third straight day Monday, with temperatures that feel as high as 105 degrees and extreme heat warnings and advisories across Illinois.