A new DoorDash survey reveals Chicago's top 10 places to "crash out," from North Avenue Beach to Union Station, as Gen Z ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CHICAGO (WGN) — Chicago’s beaches are officially open, marking the start of the 2025 summer season. From now until Labor Day, city ...

When we picture an idyllic urban beach, our minds conjure images of Miami's jewel-toned waters or the sun-drenched shores of California. But there's an unlikely shoreline in Chicago that, while ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CHICAGO (WGN) — It's a sign that summer is ending: Chicago beaches are open for their final week of the 2026 season. Passing ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- It may not feel like it, but today is opening day for Chicago beach season. All beaches will be open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Over the past few years, there had been a ...

Bright and sunny though it is, Monday is not the best day for swimming at a Chicago beach, weather officials warn. The National Weather service has put out a beach hazard statement until 7 p.m for all ...

The National Weather Service is warning of high waves and dangerous rip currents on Lake Michigan, but could those conditions impact the start of Chicago beach season? Traditionally beaches in Chicago ...

Anton Gridiron was unloading his vehicle before 9 a.m. Monday, hauling fishing reels, grills and food, to bask in the shady glory of trees near 31st Street Beach with ...

The Chicago weather forecast this week includes a Beach Hazards Statement along Lake Michigan in Cook and Lake counties until Thursday morning. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Swimming conditions are expected to be ...

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