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Watch Bald Eagles Devour Lunch
This area is a winter mecca for the giant raptors. Sheryl DeVore, author of Northern Flights and Birds of Illinois, breaks down where to spot them.
Learn How Virus-Proof Your Outdoor Activities Are
We asked Northwestern University epidemiologist Mercedes Carnethon to rank a few.
Ice-Fish Just a Few Miles From the City
Use this intel from one of the Midwest’s foremost angling experts.
Play With Fire (and Smoke)
Yes, you can cook outdoors in winter! Here are two chef-created recipes to get you started.
Sleep in the Woods
You don’t have to be Ma Ingalls to enjoy camping when the temperature drops below freezing.
Run Away From Everything
Put on your grippiest sneakers, go for a jog — and feel a little more optimistic. Promise.
Between Water and Sky
Soaring from the river’s edge, Jeanne Gang’s St. Regis Chicago is one of the most significant additions to the skyline in a generation. The architect talks about its most innovative features, showcased in these exclusive images.
How a Chicago Data Geek Helped the MLB Sleuth Negro League Stats
For years, Scott Simkus and his pals dug through old newspapers looking for long-lost Negro League box scores. Now, the MLB is adopting their research.