Double-crested cormorants have been thrilling Chicagoans lucky enough to witness thousands of the birds streaming along the ...

Season beach passes are available at no charge to Evanston residents who live in ZIP codes 60201 and 60202. Residents of the ...

As families start thinking about going to the beach this summer, Wilmette Park District officials said their 2025 Lakefront ...

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

A Michigan man who became stuck up to his waist in "quicksand" on a Lake Michigan beach emerged without injuries -- and with ...

To celebrate, Campspot, a Grand Rapids-based booking platform for private campgrounds, dug into traveler data to reveal the ...

North Avenue Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Chicago thanks to its golden sand and stunning views of the city and Lake Michigan. It's also a popular place for Chicagoans to cycle ...

Chicago visitors have around two dozen beaches to choose from for water-based activities. With the help of locals, we've ...

The Chicago Bears selected Michigan tight end Colston Loveland with the No. 10 overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday ...

Unlike Chicago beaches, which are free to everyone, passes are required to enter Lake Michigan beaches in Evanston. Proof of residency is required to obtain the passes. Residents of the two ...

Some researchers are proposing a naturally sourced solution to the issue of coastal erosion, which they say will keep sediment moving and cost less.

In the midst of "the car capital of the world", there's a serene vehicle-free island home to 600 people, 600 horses and a ...