A group of students huddles around their project: a motor, popsicle sticks and rubber bands. Their goal? Build a car. But there are no step-by-step instructions. No safety net. “They need to figure it ...

For locals and tourists alike, there is a lot to look forward to in Chicago in 2026. There are multiple new attractions due for opening and lots of fun events to attend. Here are just nine of the many ...

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Parents across the country are hearing a new phrase pop up in everyday conversations with their kids: “crashing out.” The phrase has popped up everywhere in 2025, from school hallways to group chats.

Mario Spina, CEO of Parent Petroleum and The PRIDE Stores, has a pretty full plate. He co-founded 93 Octane Brewery in 2019 in St. Charles — now expanded to a 400-seat location in Elmhurst — and is ...

Having an after-school job in high school has lots of advantages. Teens get to earn their own source of income, learn early career skills and stand out on their college applications, and Chicago ...

In a surprise move from the Trump administration, federal funding to the tune of $6.8 billion was withheld from schools across the country late last month. Now, nearly half the states in the country ...

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‘Tis the season for sweets and treats. Baking cookies with kids during the holidays is fun but what if you just can’t? We’ve gathered a few fantastic cookie havens across Chicagoland. Here’s the twist ...

Themed kid's restaurants are perfect for families looking for a side of entertainment. Here are some of our favorites in Chicagoland! When taking kids out to eat, you can almost guarantee that boredom ...

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