A law increasing protections for undocumented students was signed by the governor last month. It goes into effect at the ...

At The Avery Coonley School in Downers Grove, Illinois, gifted learning isn’t an afterthought. The school’s mission is centered on meeting the needs of advanced learners academically, socially and ...

An online survey of more than 3,000 people got to the bottom of America’s bucket list–and no surprise, Illinois’s beautiful landscapes made the list three times. Of the 145 most coveted travel bucket ...

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 ...

There’s a new character coming to town this fall with a zigzag shirt and a black-and-white dog in tow. Join Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang at the Chicago Children’s Museum for “Take Care with ...

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign offers a blend of robust campus life and stellar research opportunities.

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 ...

Tinley Park is packed with festive activities this fall, from spooky golf to costume dances and fall festivals. Whether your kids want to trick-or-treat,... Chicagoland shines bright this season with ...

Peanuts is bringing the whole gang for a special exhibit focused on taking care at the Chicago Children's Museum. Tinley Park is packed with festive activities this fall, from spooky golf to costume ...

Welcome to Chicago Parent’s online calendar, your go-to guide for the best family events in Chicagoland. Search below for kid-friendly events by area, age, date range and category. Make the most of ...

Plan smart museum visits with our 2025 calendar of free admission days at Chicago’s top spots for Illinois families. Plan your weekend with kid-friendly picks across Chicagoland: Monster Jam, Fiesta ...

A new rankings says the most affordable place to live in the entire country is located in the heart of Illinois.