Illinois may be know as the Land of Lincoln, but the attractions it offers for kids and families go beyond the 16th president and the Windy City. There are lots of fun, quirky, active, outdoorsy, ...

By Alison Gregor A couple decided to move to rural Dutchess County with their growing family. They found and renovated a tiny home that had once been a one-room schoolhouse. By Tim McKeough ...

Creation & Celebration — student writer Gena Jones reflects on her upbringing along Chicago's lakefront, which fostered a ...