Autumn is the perfect time to explore the Midwest, as trees turn vibrant colors, farmers harvest golden fields and cool breezes remind us that we'll soon be spending a lot of time indoors. Here are 10 quintessential destinations. ...

From a family-run cottage industry to one of the world's leading nut processors this Elgin-based company represents the American Dream. On the company's 90th anniversary, we sat down with the founder's grandson, now company CEO. ...

NWQ travels to ROOF on theWit, a bar with an eagle's eye view of downtown Chicago, for this summer's fashion shoot. See inside for photos and exclusive video. ...

Step inside the beautiful Garfield Park Conservatory, in Chicago's West Side, for Northwest Quarterly's spring fashion photo shoot. Includes photos and exclusive video. ...

While some homeowners are doing away with the formal living room, others embrace it with style. See how designers can help to bring a lot of living to this often underestimated room. ...

Rising above personal pain, Chicago-born Tom Zuba uses his own experience with grief and tragedy to comfort others. ...

Our region is filled with exciting destinations, available practically in our backyards! Learn more about these popular getaways. ...

In 1929, Chicago newspaper magnate Walter Strong built a castle that inspired the imagination of his family for the next 30-plus years. Today, it remains a bastion of renewal and personal growth that’s enjoyed by more than 12,000 people annually. ...

Dave Musial grew his business from a one-truck, part-time job to a force with 350 trucks helping an estimated 100,000 customers. Discover how quality work and personal service drive this dynamic businessman's growing company. ...

The bad news is that more than one-third of U.S. adults are obese, according to the National Institute of Health. The good news is that fitness centers can help us reach a healthy weight. ...