Hugh Hefner wants to cover up Playboy and take it private, but he is facing some opposition from Penthouse.

A rare and unique species of butterfly once common in this area is in danger of going extinct.

Officials at the Shedd Aquarium have volunteered to help rescue crews in the Gulf region save wildlife caught in the devastating oil spil

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Joel Weisman and his panel look at the week's top headlines: LeBron James disappoints Bulls fans by choosing Miami; Governor Quinn doles

Testimony today revealed that former Governor Rod Blagojevichwas snubbed on Election Night 2008. Elizabeth Brackett tells us why.

Over the last five centuries through warfare, disease and suppression, one of the largest groups of American Indians in North America has

Why has the intersection of Grand and State on Chicago's north side been torn up for years?

Art abounds on the CTA. We show you how riding the train can lead you to some of the city's most vibrant and diverse works of art.

A Chicago chef scours the shores of Hawaii for the perfect recipe.

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Elizabeth Brackett has the latest developments in the corruption trial of former Governor Rod Blagojevich.