Nine people were killed and 40 others were injured in citywide violence over the holiday weekend, making it the least violent ...

The Fourth of July weekend is traditionally a time for families to come together for food, fun and fireworks. Unfortunately, the holiday weekend is also historically a violent time. Why it matters: ...

The mass shooting in River North that claimed four lives and injured 14 others was the start of a violent Fourth of July ...

CHICAGO - The Fourth of July is almost here and cities across Chicagoland are prepared to celebrate with fireworks. Here is a list of events to celebrate Independence Day: City of Chicago.

Batavia: The Batavia Sky Concert will be 9:30 p.m. July 4 in Engstrom Family Park (326 Millview Drive), with fireworks set to music; bataviafireworks.org Beecher: The Fourth of July Commission for ...

As the July 4th holiday week kicks off, here's a list of fireworks shows across the Chicago suburbs and beyond. Thursday, July 3 Aurora. Fireworks in Aurora will be at 9 p.m. on July 3, with the ...

Enjoy some fun in the sun or cool off with frozen treats with these 26 Fourth of July events and specials. ... 1814 W. Chicago Ave., 773-270-4027, and 2901 N. Sheffield Ave., 773-687-9949; ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The summer heat has made its way to the Chicago area just in time for the Fourth of July. July 4, 9:20 p.m. Families are welcomed to pick a picnic spot starting at 7 p.m. at Elk ...

Rich Naponelli, owner of Dog Training Elite Chicago, offers tips on keeping animals comfortable during patriotic celebrations. ... How to keep pets safe during July 4th celebrations 03:54.

Chicago airports brace for record-breaking Fourth of July travel, with O'Hare expecting 1.54 million passengers and Midway 320,000 over six days.

According to the Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute annual report on Fourth of July food trends, people should expect to spend around $130 to host a group of 10 people, which is up 2.2% from last year.

According to the Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute annual report on Fourth of July food trends, people should expect to spend around $130 to host a group of 10 people, which is up 2.2% from last year.