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The history of Chicago’s Route 66: 100 years at the start of The Mother Road

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Route 66 (sometimes called “The Mother Road”) was designated in 1926 as part of the first federal highway system and ran about 2,400 miles...
Guides

A family-friendly guide to a Kane County Cougars game

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Looking for a fun family activity in the Kane County area? Look no further than a Cougars game. Going to a Cougars game is...
College Planning

What it takes to get into Columbia College Chicago: Acceptance rates and admissions info parents need to know

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Columbia College Chicago is a private, four-year college located in downtown Chicago and nationally recognized for its focus on arts, media, communications and creative...
Education

Curious Chicago Parents: After-school care at the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago

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For busy working parents, the transition between the end of the school day and the end of the work day can be a daily...
Parenting

How Sia Chaney found joy at Chicago Children’s Theatre

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Sia Chaney is an 8-year-old Chicago resident who loves art, music and spending time with others. When she and her mother, Lindsay Jones, found...
Guides

Why you should add Chicago’s Wicker Park to your 2026 list of things to do with kids

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Just a few miles northwest of the Loop, Wicker Park is considered one of Chicago’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods for families to explore....
Food

These are some of the best new kid-friendly restaurants to try this year in Chicago

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Chicago’s dining scene has no shortage of kid-approved restaurants that go beyond the ordinary, with new ones popping up all the time. They offer...
Advice

What does “choppleganger” mean? The Gen Alpha slang term parents are starting to hear

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If your child has recently called someone a “choppleganger”  or you’ve overheard the word floating around on TikTok, YouTube or in group chats,  you’re...
Education

Indian Prairie School District 204 students will have more STEM options next school year

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For middle school students in Indian Prairie School District 204, the 2026-27 school year will offer more opportunities for STEM exploration through various electives....
Food

These are 7 of the most kid-friendly ramen spots in Chicago

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Chicago’s ramen scene is packed with bold flavors, creative toppings and cozy bowls that warm you up fast. But when you’re dining with kids,...
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