As the weather changes in Chicago, parents often find themselves searching for fun and engaging indoor activities for their little ones. Thankfully, the Windy City is bursting with new play spaces ...

From creating an AI assistant to helping parents get through the holidays, these 10 Chicago entrepreneurs are changing the parenting landscape. We’ve had the chance to interview some pretty amazing ...

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Eating out with children in tow is quite the challenge. Does the restaurant have highchairs or booster seats? Do they have apple juice? Is it loud enough to drown out my child’s tantrums? If you’re in ...

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Illinois education received a bump to the budget this year, but some education advocates hoped for more investment. The state budget package, signed on June 16, totals $55.1 billion. It prioritizes ...

Explore the best summer camps in Lincoln Park, Chicago! From STEM to outdoor adventures, find the perfect camp for your child. As the school year winds down and summer approaches, parents in Lincoln ...

As prices go up for basic purchases, struggling families may be forced to push off basic needs like laundry. For South Side native Desmond “Des” Owusu, making sure families in need have access to free ...

As the Waldorf Astoria Chicago celebrated its 10th annual tree lighting, one young survivor helped illuminate the season with resilience, gratitude and joy. For the Siders family, Christmas trees are ...

Wondering what readers — like your — enjoyed reading and clicking on the most in 2025? Below, according to our data from Google Analytics, are... Whether it is offering kid-friendly storytimes or cozy ...

Is your child creative and loves anything art related? Then, check out these art summer camps in Chicagoland where they can learn new mediums and techniques. These summer camps fill up fast. Be sure ...

Looking for the best place to watch fireworks in Chicago this summer? Navy Pier fireworks continue to wow visitors, earning the title of “Best Place to See Fireworks” in the 2024 USA TODAY 10Best ...