Sailing is a mostly white, male sport. On the eve of the Race to Mackinac, we visit one crew that bucks both of those trends. 

Two Chicago bands get ready to bring the noise this weekend when they make their debuts at the Pitchfork Music Festival.

The city’s mega-food fest returns to Grant Park. We get a preview of the Taste of Chicago.

Beginning Monday, children and teens across Chicago will have access to free lunches during the summer.

What to read this summer? We asked a trio of local authors what books they’re taking to the beach. Here are their top picks.

Headed to the beach? You might want to take a closer look at your sunscreen before you it layer it on—it might not be providing as much protection as you need.

As extreme heat makes its way to Chicago, learn how to keep your pets safe. 

With temperatures expected to soar into the mid 90s this week, learn about how you can stay cool and avoid heat-related illnesses. 

The 35th annual summer event, billed as the world's largest festival of its kind, returns to Grant Park this week with food, fun, and live music from Spoon, Erykah Badu, and others.