"My dad taught me the value of hard work and determination. And that being good to people matters," says the daughter of longtime former Ott’s Drive-In owner Doug Mayer.

New Lenox players share praise, criticism about New Lenox $70 million, 31-field Wintrust Crossroads Sports Complex.

Fast cars, Art Deco glamour, eclectic culture and Midwestern charm move edgy Indianapolis into pole position, writes Fionn ...

What does the Chicago Park District owe its community of volunteer natural area stewards? Some say a little respect, and maybe a heads up if the district is going to mow down acres of native plants.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Chicago Park District is hosting the city's 13th annual Night Out in the Parks on Saturday. It's a series of events meant to amplify the arts across the city.

CHICAGO — Two weeks after its third annual Fourth of July weekend run through Grant Park, NASCAR has made the decision not to hold the Chicago Street Race in 2026, leaving open the door to ...

The Chicago Street Course will not return to the NASCAR calendar in 2026. However, the door remains open for a future return.

Taking a look at how former Louisville women's basketball players are currently performing across the WNBA's 2025 season at the All-Star Break.

With the first half of 2025 in the rearview mirror, here are several of the Indy-area restaurants that have opened and closed so far, roughly sorted by cuisine. 6 W. Washington St., (317) 401-3848, ...

Chicago Park District releases report on internal review of lifeguard Charles Leto, highlighting aggressive behavior and lack of disciplinary action.

After a Douglass Park shooting involving a lifeguard left one teen dead and another injured, the Chicago Park District released the results of an internal review that aimed to look for holes in ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes and the Springfield Park District continue to battle over what to do with Robin Roberts Stadium, the home of the 'Shoes.