Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2017: What's Open and Closed in Chicago

Find out how Monday's national holiday will affect city businesses, institutions and services.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2017: How Is Chicago Honoring the Holiday?

Check out some of the events and activities Monday celebrating the civil rights leader.

Holiday Travel Updates: Will Your Flight or Road Trip Face Delays?

Find out the latest weather, road, air and rail conditions in the Chicago area over the holidays.

CTA Trains, Buses Will be Free New Year's Eve

Additional services also will be provided on heavily traveled bus and rail routes.

Metra Gears Up For Winter Weather

'We are bracing for a challenging snow season and have taken all the steps we can to be ready for winter’s bite.'

2016 Christmas TV Schedule: When Are Holiday Classics On?

UPDATED: Find out when your favorite holiday movies will air on network and cable television this season through Christmas 2016.

Warmer Temps and Still No Significant Snow for Chicago Area

Tom Skilling says we could have a warmer-than-normal winter. High temps around 50 are expected through the weekend and early next week.

These Cities in Illinois Have the Biggest Holiday Budgets

Residents in these cities have the biggest holiday budgets, according to a recent WalletHub study.

Thanksgiving Travel Rush: What You Need to Know and When to Hit the Road in the Chicago Area

Live traffic report map | Metra's holiday, weekend deals | What to expect at O'Hare | Construction updates for tollways | Best gas prices.

CTA Holiday Train Starts This Week

The popular CTA Holiday Train will begin service on Friday, November 25.

Thanksgiving Week Forecast: Cold Temps and Rain for Chicago Area

The Chicago area can expect temperatures in the 40s all week, including Thanksgiving Day.

Watch Replay of Chicago's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

PLUS: Interviews with one of the organizers and the man who donated this year's tree, which stands in Millennium Park.

8 Handmade Gift Ideas from Illinois Artisans

Meet a few Illinois crafters and get inspired to gift something handmade this holiday. The best part? You can shop these goods online.

Chicago Area Holiday Lights Displays Opening This Weekend, With More Coming Soon

The Chicago area holiday lights displays worth checking out in the coming weeks.

Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Parade: When It Starts and Where to Go

VIDEO: The celebration adds an extra day this year. Find out what you need to know before you go this weekend.

Top Lists: Haunted Places, Creepy Roads and Much More

Here’s your one-stop-shop​ for all things supernatural and spooky in the Land of Lincoln.

The Top 10 Military Ghost Stories in Illinois

With Halloween weekend upon us, Mysterious Heartland revisits the 10 most notable military ghost legends in Illinois.

10 Gorgeous Fall Drives in Illinois

Here are 10 of the best fall road trips to take with your family and friends.

Here's Where to Go Apple Picking This Fall

Looking for some good spots to go apple picking this year? Here's a list of orchards throughout the state.

Apple-Picking: Labor Day Weekend is a Big One for Apple Lovers

As summer winds down, here is a look at apple orchards already open, or opening soon, in the Chicago area.

​The Best Places to Watch Fireworks in Chicago on the 4th of July

Yelp users vote on the best vantage points to see fireworks in the city.

Navy Pier Expects Full Capacity on 4th of July

Full day of Independence Day celebration events means some may be turned away.

Hate the Wait? A Glimpse of Airport Security

How bad are the lines on the holiday weekend? Depends on who's doing the telling.

5 Fun Things to Do in Chicago Over Memorial Day Weekend

New ferris wheel, city's oldest 10K and festival devoted to Mexican food highlight Memorial Day weekend in Chicago.

Weekend Storms, Busy Roads, Many Travelers: Memorial Day Essentials

Humid, stormy weather expected as millions of people hit the road and the airports. Your guide to weather, road construction and traffic.

BREAKING: Hurricane Ashley to Wreak Havoc on Cinco de Mayo

This fast-moving human storm gaining strength with every drink.

Free Divvy Bike Rides Offered on Earth Day

City partners with Naked Juice to allow unlimited 30-minute trips for 24 hours.

World's Top Pro Eaters to Compete in Peeps Championship

Eight "top eaters" will gather in Maryland in April to see who can eat the most chick and bunny-shaped Peeps.

Chicago Not Among Best Places to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day: Study

Despite parades and festivities throughout the city and suburbs, Chicago ranks behind numerous cities in recent WalletHub list.