summer

Burdette Park is extending its 2026 Aquatic Center season to 79 days after record attendance last year. Here’s what visitors can expect, including passholder perks and early bird discounts.

A fresh school calendar is in the works—parents, mark your calendars for a summer that's just a bit longer this time around.

Starved Rock may not be a national park, but it's stealing hearts as Illinois' top outdoor destination this year.

Lake Shore Drive might be a city gem, but did you know there’s a serene alternative that showcases fall’s beauty? Let’s take a closer look.

Ranked 9th and still thriving, Rockford’s housing scene tells a story of resilience, where affordability meets a bit of uncertainty.

It has been so nice outside but high temps and humidity are about to return. Here's how to protect yourself.

Those comfy cotton shirts could be doing more harm than good in the pool. Let's talk about what to wear instead.

BBQs in Illinois hit different in the summer. The smells. The company. The mosquitoes.

Illinois gets summer for only a few months, but that doesn't mean we won't find things to complain about still.

Let’s be honest – some of those classic treats still hold up today. Maybe they weren’t the healthiest snack on the block, but they were totally worth it.