WBBM Radio: Piping Plovers raised in captivity released into the wild for the first time in Illinois
CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- The Chicago Park District said for the first time in the state of Illinois, piping plovers raised in captivity
NWI.com: ALERT TOP STORY EDITOR'S PICK Ford Calumet Environmental Center tells story of Region's history
CHICAGO — A former slag dump on the Southeast Side was once slated to be the city's next landfill but instead ended up home to egrets wading in sea
NBC 5 Chicago: After School Matters, Shirley Ryan Ability Lab Partner to Offer Adaptive Sports Camp For Teens
After School Matters is partnering with Shirley Ryan Ability Lab and the Chicago Park District to offer their first ever adaptive sports ca
Chicago Park District 2023 March/April e-Newsletter
Celebrate Earth Day on April 22 by helping clean and beautify a Chicago Park!
WTTW Chicago: Chicago Parks Are on Fire, and That’s a Good Thing
In a city synonymous with fire, the sight of flames rising up against the backdrop of Chicago’s skyscrapers would typically raise an alarm.
CBS Chicago: Chicago Park District seek to fill over 2,500 summer job positions
The question for kids in high school or college what are you doing this summer?
WGN TV: Need a summer job? Chicago Park District is hiring
Young Chicagoans looking for summer jobs throughout the city can start applying at the Chicago Park District.
Yahoo! News: Chicago Park District now accepting applications for summer jobs
The Chicago Park District wants those 16 and over to apply now.
Chicago Tribune: Chicago birders rejoice as Arctic gull makes rare visit to local beaches: ‘This is about as good as it gets.’
It was 8:15 on a Saturday morning when Woody Goss’ phone started buzzing.
ABC 7 Chicago: Teens get firsthand look at Chicago Park District's summer job opportunities
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago Park District is hiring, and teens across the city are getting a firsthand look at the opportunities for this summer.<
Fox 32 Chicago: Chicago's Polar Adventure Day features Siberian Huskies, but no snow
CHICAGO - Chicago's second Polar Adventure Day this year was short on snow but big on fun.
Beverly Review: Park district sets free yoga for first responders
The Chicago Park District will host free yoga for first responders on Mondays, Feb.
Daily Southtown: Quilt project to transform police shirts into funding for bulletproof vests
A set of T-shirts will be transformed into bulletproof vests to help protect Chicago police officers, thanks to an area resident’s labor of
CBS News: Chicago Park District hosting events in celebration of Black History Month
The Chicago Park District will be hosting events in celebration of Black History Month across several parks.
CBS 2 Chicago: Chicago Park District hosting "Girls Day of Play"
Dozens of girls are participating in a "Day of Play" hosted by the Chicago Park District.
Midwest Living Magazine: 3 Chicago Parks Perfect for Spring
With apologies to Tennyson, in spring our fancy turns to thoughts of...finally getting back outside.
Chicago Park District 2023 January/February e-Newsletter
Whether you are planning to celebrate Valentine's Day with a significant other, a group of friends, or your family, we have the perfect eve
Fox 32 News: Chicago Park District KIcks Off Free Fitness Week
Meghan O'Boyle, wellness manager with the Chicago Park District, talks about all the amazing services they offer residents who are looking to get i
Chicago Sun-Times: Where to take your Christmas tree after the holidays
The trees must be stripped of decorations and bases and can’t be dropped off in bags, according to Recycle By City, a group that compiles local rec
Block Club Chicago: Englewood’s Moran Park Is Getting A New Field House, Water Spray In 2023
Neighbors can weigh in on the designs for the new field house and water spray at community meetings next year, a spokesperson said.
Chicago Tribune: Chicago planted 18,000 trees this year, with 33% going to high-need areas, officials say
Something was missing in North Lawndale.
Fox 32 Chicago: Chicago plans to build new pickleball courts downtown
CHICAGO - The fastest growing sport in the United States is coming to downtown Chicago.