Several public beaches in the Chicago area are either closed or under advisory because of high levels of bacteria, Illinois ...

Standing tall against the Lake Michigan shoreline, Grosse Point Lighthouse isn’t just a beacon for ships – it’s a beacon of ...

Friends Kristal Howard and Mario Morris say it's still surreal. They were on Lake Michigan Sunday afternoon and a quick trip ...

Spot dazzling sunsets and swim in scenic waters at this unique Lake Michigan beach park in Holland, which you can access ...

Chicks continue legacy of Monty and Rose, the first of the endangered birds to live in Chicago in over 70 years.

Beaches were filled Monday as daytime temps reached 95, just shy of a record for the date. Some relief is in sight late ...

In Edgewater, the low lake levels have connected two popular beaches while also exposing a protected dunes area to beachgoers ...

The lonely sentinels sitting miles off shore are "basically the straw that brings the water from Lake Michigan into the water ...

First responders across Chicago and the suburbs were put to the test on Saturday, responding to at least a dozen water ...

Illinois is a state of contrasts, where vibrant cities meet serene natural landscapes, offering something for every type of ...

With dedication and ingenuity, a recovery team has been helping the endangered shorebirds overcome old and emerging threats ...