Planning a July 4th getaway? Here are the top-ranked cities
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
A new WalletHub study ranks the best U.S. cities for celebrating the Fourth of July, evaluating the 100 largest cities based on factors including affordability, entertainment, safety, accessibility and holiday weather.
2026 Fourth of July firework shows across Chicago area
The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Chicagoland is gearing up to celebrate with fireworks.
The Fourth of July is fast approaching and Chicagoland is gearing up to celebrate with fireworks.
'Opal's Walk for Freedom' comes to Evanston as Illinois' host city
Evanston's annual Juneteenth celebration is moving to the lakefront. Dione Sims, granddaughter of Opal Lee and grand marshal of the 2.5-mile walk, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss what this event means to her family.
Evanston's annual Juneteenth celebration is moving to the lakefront. Dione Sims, granddaughter of Opal Lee and grand marshal of the 2.5-mile walk, joins Good Day Chicago to discuss what this event means to her family.
DuSable Black History Museum celebrates Juneteenth
The nation’s oldest independent Black history museum is marking Juneteenth with food, history, entertainment, and more. President and CEO Perri Irmer breaks down the celebration.
The nation’s oldest independent Black history museum is marking Juneteenth with food, history, entertainment, and more. President and CEO Perri Irmer breaks down the celebration.
Cook County Jail to host Father's Day event | ChicagoLIVE
Dr. Mica Batlle, founder of Bridge to Freedom, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss Cook County Jail's Father's Day event and its impact on incarcerated people.
Dr. Mica Batlle, founder of Bridge to Freedom, joins ChicagoLIVE to discuss Cook County Jail's Father's Day event and its impact on incarcerated people.
Youngest Black Alderman in Illinois headlines Aurora Juneteenth Summit | ChicagoLIVE
Rockford Ald. Tamir Bell (13th) talks about why headlining the Aurora Juneteenth Youth Summit was so important and what it means for the next generation.
Rockford Ald. Tamir Bell (13th) talks about why headlining the Aurora Juneteenth Youth Summit was so important and what it means for the next generation.
Obama Presidential Center opens to public on Juneteenth
The Obama Presidential Center officially opens to the public. Strong interest has sold out tickets through this fall.
The Obama Presidential Center officially opens to the public. Strong interest has sold out tickets through this fall.
Juneteenth: Things to do in Chicago this weekend
There's plenty of Juneteenth celebrations happening in Chicago throughout the weekend. Choose Chicago's Roz Stuttley, breaks down some of the festivities.
There's plenty of Juneteenth celebrations happening in Chicago throughout the weekend. Choose Chicago's Roz Stuttley, breaks down some of the festivities.
The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
What's open and closed on Juneteenth 2026
Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.
Juneteenth occurs on Friday, June 19, which means some business operations will be impacted by the holiday. Here’s what to expect in your area.
Obama Foundation explains why presidential center is opening on Juneteenth
John Roberson of the Obama Foundation spoke with FOX Chicago about the significance of the Obama Presidential Center opening on Juneteenth.
John Roberson of the Obama Foundation spoke with FOX Chicago about the significance of the Obama Presidential Center opening on Juneteenth.
'Brings together community, culture and commerce': Moor's Brewing Co. holds Emancipation Ball
Chicago brewery Moor's Brewing Co. is celebrating its 5th anniversary at this year's Emancipation Ball. Co-founder Jamhal Johnson previews the big event.
Chicago brewery Moor's Brewing Co. is celebrating its 5th anniversary at this year's Emancipation Ball. Co-founder Jamhal Johnson previews the big event.
100 Chicago fathers got a free cut, a hot meal and a message: You matter.
Fathers received free haircuts, career coaching, resume reviews, and gifts. Every service provider volunteered their time.
Fathers received free haircuts, career coaching, resume reviews, and gifts. Every service provider volunteered their time.
Over 100 Chicago fathers treated to makeovers ahead of Father's Day
With Father's Day just six days away, a recent survey found most working dads feel like they're invisible. Six in 10 men say they don't get enough credit for balancing work and parenting. Today, three nonprofits in Chicago said they'll fix that.
With Father's Day just six days away, a recent survey found most working dads feel like they're invisible. Six in 10 men say they don't get enough credit for balancing work and parenting. Today, three nonprofits in Chicago said they'll fix that.
Most patriotic states in America revealed ahead of July 4
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Juneteenth sparks questions of financial freedom in Black community
With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.
With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.
'Celebration of our resilience': Black Culture Week covers more than just Juneteenth
A new movement called Black Culture Week is highlighting events like Black Music Month, Juneteenth and many more. Black Culture Week's Tewodros Josef Abioye discusses what's planned.
A new movement called Black Culture Week is highlighting events like Black Music Month, Juneteenth and many more. Black Culture Week's Tewodros Josef Abioye discusses what's planned.
New lawsuit could stop UFC America 250 event at the White House
A newly filed lawsuit by the Public Integrity Project aims to stop the UFC America 250 event from being held at the White House.
A newly filed lawsuit by the Public Integrity Project aims to stop the UFC America 250 event from being held at the White House.
Aurora’s 5th annual Juneteenth food drive expected to feed hundreds of families | ChicagoLIVE
Aurora is expecting to feed hundreds during its 5th annual Juneteenth food drive on Friday.
Aurora is expecting to feed hundreds during its 5th annual Juneteenth food drive on Friday.
CTA’s 2026 Pride Train returns to Chicago Red Line
The CTA unveiled its 2026 Pride Train, featuring a new rainbow-inspired design celebrating Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community
The CTA unveiled its 2026 Pride Train, featuring a new rainbow-inspired design celebrating Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community