Rev. Michael Pfleger reacts to days off being canceled for Chicago cops this Memorial Day weekend
Days off will be canceled for Chicago police officers for a week surrounding Memorial Day in an effort to curb crime, officials said Tuesday.
Days off will be canceled for Chicago police officers for a week surrounding Memorial Day in an effort to curb crime, officials said Tuesday.
Chicago celebrates Cinco de Mayo, crowd gathers to see 'Wings of Mexico' sculpture
There were celebrations Thursday highlighting Mexican culture all across Chicago.
There were celebrations Thursday highlighting Mexican culture all across Chicago.
Chicago celebrates Cinco de Mayo
Thursday is Cinco de Mayo, recognizing the Mexican army?s 1862 victory over France.
Thursday is Cinco de Mayo, recognizing the Mexican army?s 1862 victory over France.
2022 Military Appreciation Month deals and discounts
May is National Military Appreciation Month, and many businesses are offering deals or discounts as a way to say thank you to all U.S. service members.
May is National Military Appreciation Month, and many businesses are offering deals or discounts as a way to say thank you to all U.S. service members.
What is 420 Day and where did it originate? Your questions answered
Many believe the origins of the 420 holiday began in 1970s California.
Many believe the origins of the 420 holiday began in 1970s California.
9-year-old shot waiting for Easter photos gets visit from the Easter Bunny
The 9-year-old girl was shot while waiting in line for family photos with the Easter Bunny. On Sunday a special Easter Bunny gave her a visit.
The 9-year-old girl was shot while waiting in line for family photos with the Easter Bunny. On Sunday a special Easter Bunny gave her a visit.
Suburban Chicago boy saving money for college by working as Easter Bunny
UNUSUAL TEEN JOB: Suburban Chicago 13-year-old Kayden Myers works every spring as the Easter Bunny. He is in 7th grade and is saving money for college.
UNUSUAL TEEN JOB: Suburban Chicago 13-year-old Kayden Myers works every spring as the Easter Bunny. He is in 7th grade and is saving money for college.
Cadbury World chocolatiers make giant Easter egg equivalent to 889 chocolate bars
Cadbury World’s massive Easter egg stands 3 feet tall and weighs in at over 88 pounds, the company said.
Cadbury World’s massive Easter egg stands 3 feet tall and weighs in at over 88 pounds, the company said.
Suburban Chicago family donating 325 Easter baskets to kids in hospitals
Axel's family started putting together Easter baskets four years ago. Their first year, they gave 100 baskets to patients at Rush University Medical Center. In 2021, they donated 318 baskets to Rush, University of Illinois-Chicago, Comer Childrens Hospital, and Central DuPage Hospital. Their goal this year is 325 baskets.
Axel's family started putting together Easter baskets four years ago. Their first year, they gave 100 baskets to patients at Rush University Medical Center. In 2021, they donated 318 baskets to Rush, University of Illinois-Chicago, Comer Childrens Hospital, and Central DuPage Hospital. Their goal this year is 325 baskets.
Chicagoans celebrate St. Patrick's Day just like old times
After a two-year pandemic — and with great weather — St. Patrick's Day was like a coming-out party for the City of Chicago on Thursday.
After a two-year pandemic — and with great weather — St. Patrick's Day was like a coming-out party for the City of Chicago on Thursday.
Chicagoans celebrate St. Patrick's Day like old times
After a two-year pandemic ? and with great weather ? St. Patrick's Day was like a coming-out party for the City of Chicago on Thursday.
After a two-year pandemic ? and with great weather ? St. Patrick's Day was like a coming-out party for the City of Chicago on Thursday.
Illinois politicians receive boos and cheers at St. Patrick's Day festivities
Mayor Lori Lightfoot acknowledged getting an earful from some spectators at Sunday?s South Side Irish Parade, but said none of it was outside the bounds of Chicago-style give and take.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot acknowledged getting an earful from some spectators at Sunday?s South Side Irish Parade, but said none of it was outside the bounds of Chicago-style give and take.
Lightfoot acknowledges getting earful during Irish parade: 'there were some spirited comments'
"The South Side Irish Parade – people enjoy themselves, and start enjoying themselves sometimes very early," Mayor Lightfoot said.
"The South Side Irish Parade – people enjoy themselves, and start enjoying themselves sometimes very early," Mayor Lightfoot said.
Bars and restaurants in Chicago packed as people celebrate St. Patrick's Day early
With mask and vaccination requirements now relaxed statewide, bartenders once again had smiles on their faces and were raking in a lot of cash.
With mask and vaccination requirements now relaxed statewide, bartenders once again had smiles on their faces and were raking in a lot of cash.
Large crowds expected across Chicago for St. Patrick's Day festivities
Saint Patrick?s weekend festivities are back after a two year, pandemic-related absence.
Saint Patrick?s weekend festivities are back after a two year, pandemic-related absence.
Easter Bunny returns to Woodfield Mall
A bit of normalcy is hopping back to town! The Easter Bunny is returning to Woodfield Mall.
A bit of normalcy is hopping back to town! The Easter Bunny is returning to Woodfield Mall.
St. Patrick's Day weekend events return to Chicago
The Chicago River will be dyed green on Saturday at 10 a.m. The parades are back on for the weekend.
The Chicago River will be dyed green on Saturday at 10 a.m. The parades are back on for the weekend.
Inaugural 'Bulls Fest' coming to Chicago for Labor Day weekend
The Chicago Bulls announced Friday the launch of an inaugural marquee event, Bulls Fest, scheduled to take place on the United Center campus over Labor Day weekend.
The Chicago Bulls announced Friday the launch of an inaugural marquee event, Bulls Fest, scheduled to take place on the United Center campus over Labor Day weekend.
Chicago is feeling lucky to have the St. Patrick's Day Parade back this weekend
Saint Patrick’s weekend festivities are back after a two year, pandemic-related absence.
Saint Patrick’s weekend festivities are back after a two year, pandemic-related absence.
St. Patrick's Day in Chicago: Here's what you need to know
St. Patrick's Day festivities in Chicago will return to their former glory this weekend after two years of being hamstrung by a global pandemic.
St. Patrick's Day festivities in Chicago will return to their former glory this weekend after two years of being hamstrung by a global pandemic.