Marine archaeologists have discovered the wreckage of a schooner that sank in Lake Michigan in the late 1800s.

Illinois may be know as the Land of Lincoln, but the attractions it offers for kids and families go beyond the 16th president and the Windy City. There are lots of fun, quirky, active, outdoorsy, ...

Qing Li always wanted to compete in the Olympics. The 35-year-old grew up surrounded by swimming greats and even got to meet a few Olympic swimmers before she turned 10. From a young age, Li competed ...

Chicago offers families a mix of iconic attractions, scenic spots, and interactive experiences—all without spending a dime.

Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a family vacation, Michigan’s Lake Michigan shoreline offers some of the ...

Winter storms brought heavy snowfall across Michigan this past week, along with ice and frigid temperatures and wind chills.

The Porter County Board of Commissioners and leaders of the Porter County Council made it clear to the Northwest Indiana ...

Bill Stamets was on one of his regular early evening walks along 57th Street beach earlier this month when he came across a handful of dead birds clumped together near ...

The House has authorized a new type of state preserve to protect the 14 historic shipwrecks and one crashed airplane located in Indiana's portion of Lake Michigan.

Petite Vie, the newest restaurant by award-winning chef Paul Virant, who’s made Western Springs a culinary destination for 21 ...

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Wisconsin wildlife officials have identified the highly contagious avian influenza virus in wild ducks along Lake Michigan.