When did April Fools’ Day start? The confusing history of April 1

Wondering why April 1 is all about jokes and hoaxes? Here’s a deep dive into the strange history and uncertain origins of April Fools’ Day, from calendar mix-ups to medieval pranks.

Is the Chicago River still green for St. Patrick's Day?

The iconic green dye that transforms the Chicago River remains visible well after the event has ended. Watch the river live.

Huge crowds pack downtown Chicago for St. Patrick's Day
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Hundreds of thousands of people poured into downtown Chicago for St. Patrick's Day festivities on Saturday.

St. Patrick's Day in Chicago: Here's what's happening this weekend

Here's the ultimate guide for this year's Chicago River Dyeing, the parades, and other exciting events happening this holiday weekend.

St. Patricks' Day weekend in Chicago begins
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Chicago?s St. Patrick?s Day celebrations kick off this weekend with the annual river dyeing and festive parades.

Things to do in Chicago for St. Patrick's Day weekend

Get ready to paint the town green as Chicago gears up for St. Patrick's Day with a range of festivities and events. Here's a look at things to do in Chicago for St. Patrick's Day weekend.

Chicago gears up for a weekend of St. Patrick’s Day festivities

Chicago is embracing the luck of the Irish this weekend with a full lineup of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, including the city’s iconic river dyeing and lively parades.

Chicago gears up for St. Patrick?s Day with river dyeing and parades
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From the iconic green Chicago River to lively parades downtown and on the South Side, Elizabeth Matthews is live with a look at the weekend?s St. Patrick?s Day celebrations.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Chief O'Neill's
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Chief O'Neill's Pub Restaurant Beer Garden in Chicago is gearing up to host one heck of a St. Patrick's Day party.

Why does Chicago dye the river green, how to watch

Are you curious why Chicago dyes its river green for St. Patrick's Day? Learn the history, tradition and fun behind the iconic celebration.

The Dearborn Tavern taps into Irish spirit this St. Patrick's Day
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St. Patrick's Day weekend is almost here and The Dearborn is going Irish and honoring it's roots with some special for the entire weekend into Monday.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style with The Gage
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You know Chicago loves St. Patrick's Day. This morning, The Gage is showing us their amazing spread of Irish foods and drinks that you can enjoy this weekend.