Chicago boosts safety precautions at Lunar New Year celebrations this weekend
The Asia on Argyle corridor is welcoming everyone this weekend to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
Safety preparations being put in place for Chicago's Lunar New Year celebrations
Chicago is increasing security measures ahead of this weekend's Lunar New Year celebrations in wake of the mass shooting in California.
Tickets now on sale for 'Shamrock'n The Block'
Believe it or not, St. Patrick's Day is only 49 days away!
'Shamrock'n The Block' planned for March 11
Believe it or not, St. Patrick's Day is only 49 days away!
Cook County leaders celebrate Lunar New Year
Cook County leaders took part in a Lunar New Year celebration downtown Wednesday.
Chicago strengthens security for Lunar New Year celebrations in wake of California mass shooting
Security is top priority for Lunar New Year in Chinatown and the Argyle community on Chicago's North Side.
Chicago strengthens security for Lunar New Year celebrations in wake of California mass shooting
Chicago is upping its security measures for Lunar New Year celebrations in wake of the California mass shooting that left 10 dead and 10 others wounded.
Chicago gets ready to celebrate Lunar New Year this weekend
Preparations are underway for the Lunar New Year at 88 Marketplace in Chinatown, where shoppers find groceries, decorations and things to bring in good luck.
Brookfield Zoo brings back a tradition unlike any other --- naming cockroaches after your exes
A Valentine's Day tradition returns to Brookfield Zoo this year.
Chicago tenants sue management company after electrical outage displaced residents on Christmas Eve
Tenants of a Hyde Park apartment building are suing their management property after they were displaced on Christmas Eve due to an electrical outage.
Celebrating Chinese New Year with dumplings from 'Dumpling Daughter' cookbook
It is tradition to eat dumplings within the first 14 days of Chinese New Year because the represent "money bags" or wealth. Dumpling Daughter author Nadia Liu Spellman and her mother show how to make dumplings from scratch.
MLK's connection to Chicago: History museum exhibit tells story
The Chicago History Museum took a look back to commemorate Dr. King's contributions to the city.
Here's what is open and closed on MLK Day 2023
The U.S. is marking Martin Luther King Jr.‘s birthday on Monday, Jan. 16. The federal holiday means government agencies and many banks will be closed.
Americans should 'pay attention' to MLK's legacy, Biden says in Ebenezer sermon
Biden was invited to Ebenezer, where King served as co-pastor from 1960 until he was assassinated in 1968.
MLK holiday weekend to feature tributes, commitments to race equity
Some notable events include a civil rights training summit for youth and adults, a statue unveiling in Boston, a symposium on police brutality in Ohio, and community service projects nationwide.
Lightfoot honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with interfaith breakfast
The Mayor’s interfaith breakfast honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebrates his work, the result of his legacy and goals for the future.
Chicago offering Christmas tree recycling through January 21
There are 26 recycling locations in Chicago. Six of those offer free mulch to residents.
What's open and closed on Jan. 2, 2023, day after New Year
Because New Year’s Day fell on a Sunday this year, some businesses and offices observe Jan. 2 as the official holiday. Here’s what will still be closed on Monday.
New year celebrations around the world, time zone by time zone
The Pacific nation of Kiribati was the first country to greet the new year.
CPD adding 1,300 additional officers as Chicago rings in 2023
The countdown is on – out with 2022 and in with the New Year! Celebrations will take place across the city on Saturday – with locals and tourists, alike, participating in the festivities.