mexican independence day

Multiple downtown streets are closed Wednesday night due to ongoing celebrations of Mexican Independence Day, according to the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications. NBC 5’s Patrick Fazio has more on the celebrations.

Additional street closures are expected Wednesday as many people join large car caravans celebrating Mexican Independence Day in Chicago. The city’s Office of Emergency Management and Communications warned people should “anticipate activity in your area, including additional traffic” Wednesday as groups continue a days-long celebration. The events have been taking place since the weekend, with large festivities expected Wednesday...

Additional street closures are expected Wednesday as many people join large car caravans celebrating Mexican Independence Day in Chicago. Susan Carlson reports.