Chicagoans already enjoy one of the world’s best urban shorelines—Navy Pier, the Lakefront Trail, and other assets make for ...

Plans for a 3.5 acre-park located in Streeterville east of DuSable Lake Shore Drive were unveiled this month, and they’re looking beautiful. Jean-Baptiste Point DuSable Park will be home to lush ...

Find the best family summer getaways near Chicago with beaches, hikes, small towns and fun within 3 hours of the city.

I’ve visited Marquette, Michigan, eight times for its beaches, breweries, and skiing. Here's how you can plan the perfect ...

A person was rescued from the water Thursday morning on Chicago's lakefront. It happened on Jackson and DuSable Lake Shore Drive. A witness told CBS News Chicago that a man took off his clothes ...

CHICAGO — A man was shot multiple times while walking his dog on the city’s West Side. The shooting happened around 1:37 a.m. Wednesday on the 3100 block of West Lexington Street in Garfield Park.

They selected a very special place. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah, and they became very special to Chicago. (light whimsical music) The Lakefront trail runs an incredible 18.5 miles uninterrupted. On a summer ...

From its many beaches to the tours and cruises, Chicago’s lakefront continues to make its mark on the city’s culture and identity. Geoffrey Baer’s new special, “Touring Chicago’s Lakefront,” explores ...

WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer joins Bob Sirott to talk about a new season of “Touring Chicago’s Lakefront with Geoffrey Baer.” He shares his experiences of snorkeling in a prehistoric reef, the history of ...

"Touring Chicago's Lakefront" explores how the iconic shoreline became what it is today. From its many vibrant beaches to the tours and cruises it inspires, Chicago's beloved lakefront is a big ...

Touring Chicago’s Lakefront, by exploring its many attractions, revealing some of its secrets, and telling colorful stories about how it was created and why it looks as it does today.