More than 300 riders were expected to gather at McHenry’s Backyard Bar and Marina Sunday, Aug. 25, for the seventh annual Loop the Lakes event. They were on Jet Skis, Sea-Doos and WaveRunners ...

A man drowned Friday in Chain O’ Lakes while trying to rescue his girlfriend’s daughter, officials said. Marine unit deputies responded to a report of a possible drowning at Fox Lake around 3: ...

The Fox Chain O’Lakes area is the great destination for ice fishing by Chicago-area anglers. But public access is the challenge, here are some options: Hermann’s Rest-A-While (Nielsen’s ...

Historians say Joliet and Marquette passed through what is now Chain O’Lakes State Park — founded in 1945 — in 1673 as they traveled Illinois in their explorations of what was the New World.

ANTIOCH, Ill. — A Joliet man drowned while trying to help a girl who was having trouble swimming in Chain O’Lakes, according to Lake County officials. Officials said the man, 43, his ...

Since many access points for ice fishing on the Chain O’Lakes are bars and restaurants, I wasn’t sure what to expect. But, it looks about the same, at least as of now. A bigger issue may be ...

Chain O' Lakes protects 13 beautiful lakes, nine of which are connected via a series of waterways (hence the name). The park's larger bodies of water, like Long Lake, often feature relaxing ...

Iconic sign on Chain O' Lakes tour boat is returned after being stolen. (WLUK) "We were shocked to come in and see one of the iconic signs was missing off the side of the boat," says Caitlin Meighan.

ALBION, Ind. (WANE) — The Chain O’ Lakes festival returns Wednesday in Albion. This town classic will go from June 4th to June 7th, with a variety of different events and rides all revolving ...