This highly contagious infection is spreading quickly across the United States, especially with 7-10 year olds.  Read more...

Just in time for Halloween, we bring you our favorite spots in the city to satisfy your sweet tooth.  Read more...

There's so much to do off the CTA Orange Line. Your family can make a whole day traveling around the Loop.  Read more...

The story of family, and puppy, love becomes the feel-good movie of the summer.  Read more...

This city-wide festival runs all month and is fun for even the least artistic members of your family.  Read more...

Finding educational TV shows for your kids is easy — just look to the internet.  Read more...

Raven Theatre's Boo HaHa includes bounce houses, trick-or-treating, theater games and more.  Read more...

Chicago mom and DePaul professor believes the best way to help Haiti is by educating its children.  Read more...

Clothing designed to reflect a child's personality, non-toxic nail polish and a cuddly bunny are all hits with the kids.  Read more...

Can restaurants help stem the childhood obesity epidemic and do their part to keep our kids healthy?  Read more...

Travel around the country and through time through 68 miniature rooms.  Read more...

Local company is here to help shopping-phobic parents.  Read more...

No one wants to think about divorce, but when it happens, there are four important things to keep in mind.  Read more...

A good location combined with a diverse menu make this Lincoln Park restaurant a great family destination.  Read more...

Each new project at The Painbrush brings something unexpected and prepares younger kids for a school setting.  Read more...

After divorce, a war of words can leave children confused about who is "right".  Read more...

Afraid of cavities (for yourself or the kids)? Try these non-edible goodies for trick-or-treaters.  Read more...

This month we say "hello gorgeous" to autumn's most tempting trends.  Read more...

Collett Hudecek knows a little recognition for her working mom balancing act goes a long way.  Read more...

All it takes is a cape, a logo and a catchy name for Sarah to become a superhero for the afternoon.  Read more...

Reflecting on Bella's life before illness, and her permanent mark on the family's lives.  Read more...

5 tips to create a fun (and safe) Halloween home haunt  Read more...

We love the Windy City for a lot of reasons. In the fall, there are six orange things that especially stick out on our list.  Read more...

With money removed from the picture, a food swap gives cooks and gardeners a chance to be inspired by their neighbors.  Read more...

We went to the experts to help us tackle sleep issues for toddlers, adolescents and tweens.  Read more...

Single mom of two boys wins contest for a space all her own.  Read more...

Don't be so quick to judge the next time you see a mom on her phone at the park instead of playing with the kids. She might be looking for the next fun thing to do with them.  Read more...

Carving that same old jack-o-lantern can start to get a little old, so check out our picks for alternative pumpkin activities.  Read more...

The show will be the premiere performance in the theater's first permanent home.  Read more...

Who says date night has to be on the weekend? Wilmette Theatre has a Monday night music series that just might be the ticket to a little more romance tonight.  Read more...

The beloved Peanuts gang take over in the Museum of Science and Industry's new exhibit. Kids will find a real treat never before experienced.  Read more...