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

We're on Cherry Blossom Watch! Chicago Park District's Cherry Blossoms at Jackson Park Enter the Initial Stages of the Blooming Process

More than 190 pink and white cherry trees are starting to bloom and are expected to reach peak in the next two weeks, weather permitting

"Nurture Nature" with Spring Clean-up Events and the City Nature Challenge in Celebration of Earth Month

Earth Day park clean-ups and a global biodiversity challenge blossom with patron participation throughout April.

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.

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.

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.

Huskies & Hot Cocoa Headline Polar Adventure Days at Northerly Island

Chicagoans and tourists are invited to explore Northerly Island, located at 1521 S.

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