There’s nothing quite like fall in the Midwest. The leaves change to beautiful hues, there’s a chill in the air, and the weather causes residents to head outside and celebrate all of the fall ...

As a lifelong Chicagoan, I’ve spent many fall days uncovering the best ways to enjoy the city, and in this guide, I’m sharing all the essentials. You’ll find out what kind of weather to expect, what ...

Chicago experiences higher temperatures longer than outlying suburbs due to the urban heat-island effect. Its location next to Lake Michigan’s warm waters explains why the city and nearby suburbs ...

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Fall is the season known for everything pumpkin, and it will soon be upon us. We're talking everything from pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin rolls and pumpkin pie. And who can forget - pumpkin patches.

Chicago’s 2024-25 dance season is full of new works, captivating collaborations and welcome revivals. There’s something for everyone with the Windy City’s famed dance companies that specialize in ...

The Tribune’s writers and critics have assembled their guides for fall arts and entertainment in Chicago, with everything you need to know about the best in books, theater, TV, movies, music, museums, ...