The possibility of a government shutdown means many federally funded national parks, monuments and attractions might be closed until the government reopens.

The legacy and impact of George Pullman and the Pullman Porters are featured in murals displayed along the Kennedy Expressway.

The push to make Calumet Region a National Heritage Area is pressing ahead despite recent cuts to the National Park Service that overages the National Heritage Area program.

Trimming spending is good, but many of us would rather have good financial, public health, security and other safety nets ...