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Why Do We Get Labor Day Off? You Can Thank Chicago Workers

The 1894 Pullman Strike led to Labor Day. Here are five of the city's biggest moments in labor history.

Labor Day Weekend Weather: Sunny, Warm And Perfect For Getting Outside

There's a chance of rain showers on Monday, but the rest of the weekend will be sunny.

1,300 Extra CPD Officers Put On The Streets For Labor Day Weekend

Chicago Police are trying to clamp down on Labor Day weekend violence.

Labor Day In Chicago: The 6 Best Parts Of The East Side Parade

Chicagoans celebrated Labor Day in some interesting ways at an East Side parade.

How To Celebrate Labor Day Like A True Chicagoan

"It's just so amazing and there's a lot of things that you can enjoy," said one fan of Monday's holiday.

Huge Labor Day Parade A Message To Rauner: 'Don't Screw With Chicago'

More than 10,000 people are expected to participate in a Labor Day Parade that will celebrate unions.

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6 Things to Do This Labor Day Weekend in Chicago

From music festivals to cultural celebrations, Chicago's going to have a busy Labor Day weekend.

Labor Day Weekend Could Mean More Violence For Chicago

The long Labor Day weekend could mean another surge of violence for Chicago.

Ten People Killed, 45 Wounded in Labor Day Weekend Violence, Police Say

Three people have been killed and 15 wounded since Monday morning, police say.

East Side Fest Canceled, But Organizers Promise Fireworks, Music Next Year

The Labor Day festival will "done right and done even bigger" next year, its organizer said.

Oriental Institute Connects Workers with Their Most Ancient Colleagues

The "Our Work" exhibit pairs 24 South Siders with objects used by their ancient contemporaries.

Top Stories

Downtown Twins Born At Roosevelt Red Line Station Have Names, Are Doing Well

And, no, they're not called Roosevelt and State.

Humboldt Park Humboldt Park's Puerto Rican Evacuee Welcome Center Opens Today

For most of November, it'll be open two days a week, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays.

Roseland Police Hiring Process Discriminates Against Blacks, Latinos: Ald. Beale

Data shows that while more blacks and Latinos applied to the CPD, most new officers are white.

Wicker Park Trek Bike Shop Coming To Milwaukee Avenue's 'Hipster Highway,' Bid Shows

The nation's largest bike maker is soliciting bids for a retail build-out at 1647 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Downtown Ald. Willie Cochran Collapses During City Council Hearing

Cochran was given CPR by 40th Ward Ald. Patrick O'Connor, taken to Northwestern hospital.

Chinatown Pistol Whipping of Sisters In Chinatown Part Of Larger Crime Spree: Police

The violent robbery could be connected to four other robberies in the area, police said.

The Loop 39 Phones A Day Are Stolen On Average In Chicago

We looked at the data behind thousands of cellphones reported stolen in Chicago since January 2016.

Dunning Drunken-Driving Victim Hopes Cop Charged With DUI Gets Probation: Court

Erin Mowry, 42, could be convicted of aggravated DUI for the July 2015 crash.

West Pullman Man Shoots Himself In Penis During West Pullman Robbery, Prosecutors Say

Terrion Pouncy, 19, was still hospitalized Thursday following surgery.

Logan Square Landlord M. Fishman's Move To Evict Logan Square Tenants Sparks Protest

The eviction notices "caught many families unprepared," activists said.

Noble Square Million Dollar Town Houses On Wicker, Noble Square Border Launch Pre-Sales

"The reception has been outstanding. We've had lots of interest and excitement," the listing agent said.

O'Hare Traveling For Thanksgiving? Midway, O'Hare Among Most Delayed Busy Airports

About 20 percent of O'Hare and Midway flights for Thanksgiving get delayed, according to a new report.