The City of Chicago's official Christmas Tree was lit up Friday evening, bringing holiday spirit and joy to hundreds who gathered for the illumination in Millenium Park. Reaching the height of a ...

One of the mayor's favorite days of the year was Thursday. Mayor Ron Fitzwater hosted the city's 20th tree lighting ceremony at 102 Bolivar St. "This is one of the days that I really enjoy being mayor ...

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After a day of Thanksgiving leftovers and perhaps a bit of Black Friday deal-seeking, those still with the energy for festivities gathered Friday evening in Penn Square for the annual Mayor’s Tree ...