Nestled in the upscale village of Glencoe on Chicago’s North Shore, this beach offers the kind of lakefront experience that makes you forget you’re in the Midwest and not some exclusive coastal ...

The Illinois Department of Public Health regularly tests the water to determine when beaches are safe to reopen.

Just a short drive from Chicago, this dramatic beach has been a popular destination for decades, offering a peaceful ...

Jim Shell thought he could figure out how to target burbot on the reefs of the Illinois waters of Lake Michigan. And he did.

Spot dazzling sunsets and swim in scenic waters at this unique Lake Michigan beach park in Holland, which you can access ...

Famous for its breathtaking beaches and unforgettable sunsets, Stearns Park Beach will be the backdrop for the 3-part Beach Bonfire series. Held on the last Thursday of June, July, and ...

The return of warm summer weather means residents and guests visiting the city can finally hit the water, especially those ...

Several fire departments are imploring local and state officials to fund necessary resources for the Winthrop beach front.

Every Friday at 7:05 a.m., attendees meet at the southern peninsula of Montrose Harbor to jump into Lake Michigan. With 20 gallons of free coffee provided by Novotny’s brew company, Printer’s Row ...

From cheese magic to barrel-mobiles to neon kayaking, these are the best tours in Chicago. (And maybe the whole country.) ...

From the harbor, you can watch sailboats heading out to Lake Michigan, their white sails catching the breeze like postcards ...