“Curious Chicago Kids” is a new Chicago Parent series that helps families explore the city and answer kids’ curious questions along the way. From shiny sculptures to zoo facts, we break it down so ...

1995: A bus loaded with high school students was hit by an express commuter train at a crossing in Fox River Grove, tearing ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Sept. 3, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Charles Dvorak pole vaults at the 1904 ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Oct. 16, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important ...

Chicago & North Western 400 passenger trains were a prominent fleet ranging from the distinguished to the obscure.