Maple Avenue Elementary School in Sussex is getting a dynamic new outdoor classroom in spring 2026. This innovative space – ...

We can all agree that science, technology, engineering, and math are considered the ‘hard’ subjects. It takes a lot of brainpower to excel at these subjects, and many of us don’t think they come ...

It is nearly impossible to determine whether toys pose a cancer risk by simply looking at them. However, with continued exposure to some toys can prove dangerous. These are several toys that were ...

Even seemingly “neutral” toys such as Lego have fallen down the pink-and-blue rabbit hole. The blue-ish world of Lego City encourages adventure and heroism through roles such as police officers and ...

Big Little Lies gave birth to a modern soapy TV subgenre in which beautiful moms with seemingly ideal lives—handsome spouses, ...

That’s why I love home gifts. You’re not just handing someone a box, you’re upgrading their Tuesday night. You’re giving them ...

Whether you’re a parent running low on ideas and looking for inspiration, or scrambling for a last-minute gift for a niece or ...

It’s once again that special time of year when we give you a chance to do well by doing good. That’s right—it’s the 2025 edition of our annual Charity Drive!

Dick Durbin, Illinois Senator, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his career and decision to not seek reelection. Senator Durbin explains why he has not yet chosen to endorse a candidate in the senate ...

It's been 13 years since the world was shaken by the terrible events of December 14, 2012, when 26 precious lives – including ...

When choosing toys that are appropriate for your child’s age and abilities, toy labels note a recommended age based on the following: physical ability of the child to play with ...

Pat Brady, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, and a former federal and state prosecutor, joins Lisa Dent to ...