A ranking of the best states for millennials looked at five factors, including affordability and civic engagement.

Why is it called the 'L' train? This Curious Chicago Kids guide helps parents explain the city’s iconic ride to their little explorers.

As crisp fall air settles over Chicago, few things hit the seasonal sweet spot like a warm, sugar-dusted apple cider donut. Whether you’re up for a mini road trip or looking to stay local, we’ve ...

Chicago students struggling with homework now have over 80 neighborhood libraries where they can walk in and get help – completely free. Through the Chicago Public Library’s “Teacher in the Library” ...

Just 80 miles from Chicago, Lake Geneva offers beaches, boats, animals and eats for a perfect family summer getaway.

Help your child become a confident reader with CPL’s Jump Into Reading initiative, offering free resources, events and decodable books.

Discover Illinois’s priciest home markets, a ranking of the most expensive cities to buy in across the Chicago metro.

Top tutoring centers in Chicago for math, test prep, writing and more—options for every age, level and learning style.

“Curious Chicago Kids” is a new Chicago Parent series that helps families explore the city and answer kids’ curious questions ...