Fireworks, Chicago
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The Fourth of July in Chicago means celebrations, cookouts, and, of course, illegal fireworks. The big picture: While Chicago and its suburbs host professional fireworks shows, neighborhood parks become hotspots for illegal displays that fill the night with booming explosions,
Catching a fireworks show isn’t the only thing Chicago will have to offer for the Fourth of July weekend, and there will be a bit of something for everyone. From sports-themed activities to festivals and get-togethers,
The City of Aurora is rescheduling its July 3 fireworks show due to severe weather expected on Friday night.
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Flood Warning for Chicago area as storms cause damage power outages; some July 4 fireworks postponed
Strong storms in the Chicago area have caused flooding and dangerous conditions this weekend. The Bishop Ford Freeway was flooded in both directions on the South Side all day, and a woman died when a tree fell in the west suburbs.
Multiple rounds of strong to severe storm chances Friday afternoon and evening could threaten Chicago-area fireworks shows, with hail, heavy downpours and winds as high as 60 mph possible. The rain chances come after storms Thursday brought lightning,
Tens of thousands of people are expected to watch Fourth of July fireworks at and around Navy Pier Saturday as the city celebrates America's 250th birthday.
