June’s Day on the Dixie tour includes chances to explore area history, including Chicago Heights’ contribution to Roosevelt in World War II at Bloom High School.
Landmarks: Story of Roosevelt’s globe highlights revived Dixie Highway tour
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Youngest captain with Chicago’s First Lady Cruises is anchored by her love of the job
Diamond Gibbs rose through the ranks to become captain. Now she’s helping bring more women and people of color into the world of boating.
Indianapolis 500 is a bucket-list experience, even for those who aren’t racing fans
The Memorial Day weekend race also offers an opportunity to visit the city’s many military monuments and other attractions.
Itching to catch the next eclipse? Get your passport ready
Fjords, Pharaohs or Koalas? Time to Plan for Your Next Eclipse.
Chicago hotels among Michelin Guide’s first ‘keys’ awarded to US properties
Keys were distributed to hotels in seven markets across the US where the Michelin Guide also reviews restaurants: New York City, California, Chicago, Florida, Colorado, Atlanta and Washington, D.C.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Glimpse the ancient past in northeast England
While southern England gets most of the glory – and the tourists – the country’s far northeastern corner harbors some of England’s best historical sights.
Go away with … Wilson Cruz
Thirty years ago, Wilson Cruz made history as the first openly gay actor portraying a gay role on a television series. The critically-acclaimed “My So-Called Life” jump-started a career that would include the films “Nixon” and “After Louie,” as well as shows such as “Grey’s Anatomy” and “13 Reasons Why.”
Would you like a cicada salad? The monstrous little noisemakers descend on a New Orleans menu
As the nation prepares for trillions of red-eyed bugs known as periodical cicadas to emerge, it’s worth noting that they’re not just annoying, noisy pests — if prepared properly, they can also be tasty to eat.
As the Kentucky Derby turns 150, Black heritage in racing is in the Louisville spotlight
The Kentucky Derby Museum’s “Black Heritage in Racing” exhibit looks at the legacy of the African American equestrians who once dominated the sport.
Ed Perkins on Travel: Travel scams – anything new?
These days, when you search online for a travel company – hotel, airline, or whatever – you expect that the search will prominently return that hotel’s or airline’s website. Not so.