After three decades, Crystal Lake’s beloved late-summer festival continues to celebrate the best of the Midwest and an American folk hero. ...

From busy cityscapes to quiet countryside, tidy subdivisions and bedroom communities to major thoroughfares, our region is an amazing patchwork of places, each with its own culture, its own identity and its own fascinating history. Take a tour through six communities that really put the Windy City into perspective. ...

Check out these unique destinations that reflect the genuine character of our region. ...

Success on the polo field requires both strength and smarts – and Megan West is mastering both. Meet this dynamic young athlete and discover how she's helping to make polo accessible to all. ...

There’s so much to do in our region! Here’s a look at what’s coming up this season in our many arts venues ...

What’s really in a name? For folks in the greater Barrington area, it’s an identity supported by strong community, open spaces and a relaxed lifestyle. ...

Organized religion played a major role in the settling of Illinois and continues to influence the culture of our region. We enjoy highlighting places of worship, one in the country and one in the city, in each issue. ...

This Episcopal priest has made a long career of helping people to recover from their addictions. With a background in counseling, this Barrington Hills resident embraces a different way of serving others this season. ...

Organized religion played a major role in the settling of Illinois and continues to influence the culture of our region. We enjoy highlighting places of worship, one in the country and one in the city, in each issue. ...

Organized religion played a major role in settling Illinois, and it continues to influence the culture of our region. We enjoy highlighting places of worship, one in the country and one in the city, in each issue. ...