The famed snapping turtle can usually be seen hanging out on a pillar on sunny summer days — and she's a sign the river is thriving.

The Madison County residents took Amtrak, at at River Roast near the Chicago River, visited Lurie Garden at Millennium Park, ...

1923: Chicago’s first aquarium opened at Lincoln Park Zoo. The 150,000-square-foot building was designed to house 86 tanks ...

Since opening in 1930, the Shedd Aquarium has pursued a mission of sparking compassion, curiosity and conservation for the aquatic animal world.

The state plans to build a barrier to keep out the carp, but first it has to deal with the legacy of pollution at the ...

Since opening in 1930, the Shedd Aquarium has pursued a mission of sparking compassion, curiosity and conservation for the ...

The celebrity turtle and at least two companions spent the winter in brumation, a period of low activity akin to hibernation.

Can't stand the sweltering heat? Here are some cooler destinations worth considering that you can fly to this summer from Daytona Beach.

Chicago's beloved Shedd Aquarium is celebrating its 95th anniversary. The iconic aquarium first opened on May 30th, 1930. A ...

Many creatures have imprinted on our hearts — and even a city sidewalk — for making their homes near ours. Here’s a look back at some of Chicago’s well-loved animals.