Chicago and its surroundings are home to a wealth of scenic beaches, and if you're seeking a day in the sun, these five spots ...

Thousands of people gather each week to attend a free sunrise pilates class on a beach in Chicago. 25-year-old Olivia Santelli founded the Rise Pilates Club with the aim of making movement and ...

At least 16 suburban Chicago beaches were closed to swimming ahead of the busy Fourth of July holiday due to elevated bacteria levels. According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, at least ...

Swimmers were dealt some disappointment for another day as several Chicago-area beaches remained shut down due to high bacteria levels ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. Veterans Park Beach in ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Beach season in Chicago officially starts Friday - just in time for Memorial Day weekend. Many people may wait for warmer weather to spend some time on the sand. But those planning to ...

Chicago, Illinois, is not commonly associated with beaches. However, there are several found on Lake Michigan, including South Shore, located in the Windy City's South Side. The neighborhood — where ...

MOVE over, New York! Chicago will win your heart (and stomach), says writer Qin Xie. “Is this place famous or something?” I overhear someone ask as our camera-wielding tour group files into Mr Beef.

There are 33 beaches along the lakefront and some of the best for families are the ones you might never hear about. Forget fighting the crowds at North Avenue or Oak Street beaches. There are 33 ...

Bright and sunny though it is, Monday is not the best day for swimming at a Chicago beach, weather officials warn. The National Weather service has put out a beach hazard statement until 7 p.m for all ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. CHICAGO — The 2025 Chicago beach season is ...