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: ...

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.

Lots of Fourth of July festivities around the Chicago area 02:42. CHICAGO (CBS) — Fireworks and more are on display starting this weekend for the Fourth of July holiday, with many places in ...

The city of Chicago has confirmed that there will not be a fireworks display on the Fourth of July this year. The city has not provided an explanation for the cancellation, but reminds residents ...

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 ...

Beecher. Beecher is hosting its 4th of July Festival from June 30 to July 4 before its firework show at 9:30 p.m. on July 4. The Tuesday event will kick off with a 5K Run/Walk at 8 a.m. before a 4 ...

Over 100 shot, 19 fatally, in Chicago over long Fourth of July weekend "We are losing a piece of the soul of Chicago," Mayor Brandon Johnson said. By Julia Reinstein. July 8, 2024, 4:09 PM.

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; ...

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.

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.

More than 100 people in Chicago were shot, including 19 fatally, during a violent Fourth of July weekend that has left dozens of people dead and hundreds more injured across the U.S., officials said.