Indiana Dunes upgraded to National Park
One of America's most diverse ecosystems, and one often threatened by development, has been upgraded to a National Park.
Illinois
O'Hare edges into 'busiest airport' spot
After four years at the top, Atlanta's Hartfield/Jackson loses busiest airport title to Chicago O'Hare.
Go directly to jail—it's the best B&B
An Illinois jail has become a top-ranked bed-and-breakfast, rated #2 in the world by TripAdvisor members.
The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture in Chicago
Paseo Boricua: The Puerto Rican Heart of Chicago
Jonathan L explores the Humboldt Park neighborhood of Chicago, the center to the Puerto Rican community.
December 30, 2018: Chicago Street Art
Jonathan L takes us on a walk down the Paseo Boricua in Chicago to see some of the street art there.
The Time is Now — The Smart Museum, Chicago, Illinois
Jonathan L takes a tour of the Smart Museum in Chicago
August 22, 2018: Wolfy's Restaurant, Chicago, Illinois
Samantha stops in at a Chicago favorite, and shares the story and the memories with us.
Metropolis, Illinois: A 'Super' destination
Join Marilyn Jones on a flying visit to Superman's official home town.
Pizza Museum pop-up opens in Chicago
The U.S. Pizza Museum, formerly only on-line, has opened a temporary physical museum in a Chicago mall.
Chicago un-caps its airport WiFi
As part of overall airport upgrades, O'Hare and Midway travelers will now have unlimited free WiFi.
Chicago's 'hidden city' becoming a tourism attraction
Unknown even to most Chicagoans, the city has been developing an underground pathway for 60 years. Now it's coming to light.
Robots from Around the World at Chicago Museum
A popular exhibit, enhanced with new players, offers museum visitors a chance to work, play and invent with robots.
American Writers Museum opens in Chicago
A new museum highlights the work of American authors over a 5-century span.
Iceland's WOW extends its routes to Chicago
Icelandic discounter WOW adds its first destination in the U.S. midwest, and offers steep discounts to celebrate.