Heather BeGaetz and Fez BeGaetz are creating five sculptures of animals seen throughout the Illinois ecosystem.

Chicago's leading wildlife groups pledge to save endangered species The Morton Arboretum, Shedd Aquarium and Chicago Botanic Garden are some institutions joining a new initiative to save ...

Before too long, it will be time to start planting vegetables — at least some vegetables.

“Wood is heavy,” said Spencer Campbell, manager of the Plant Clinic at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle. A branch can break or tear away from the trunk when you cut it, and can swing ...

Christy Rollinson is the arboretum forest ecology research scientist at the Morton Arboretum, and joined ABC7 Chicago Tuesday to talk about how the weather might affect spring blooms. The next ...

Explore the best playgrounds in Chicagoland with unique slides, splash pads and climbing adventures for endless family fun. Chicago Parent is Chicagoland’s trusted parenting hub since 1984. We connect ...