News Releases

Aug 31, 2023
OEMC Encourages a safe Labor Day Weekend as citywide events continue including Bike The Drive, Chicago Jazz Festival, Arc Music Festival and the Chicago Football classic at Soldier Field
Aug 25, 2023
The 2023 Life Time Chicago Triathlon Returns to the Lakefront and Grant Park this Weekend
Aug 22, 2023
The National Weather Service in Chicago Has Issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Wednesday, August 23 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Aug 21, 2023
National Weather Service in Chicago Issues Excessive Heat Watch Beginning Wednesday
Aug 17, 2023
Chicago Air and Water Show, Ribfest and More Headline a Busy Weekend of Festivals and Events Citywide
Aug 10, 2023
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, BUD BILLIKEN PARADE, BEARS PRESEASON HOME OPENER, PINK, NORTHALSTED MARKET DAYS AND MORE ARE PART OF A BUSY WEEKEND OF CONCERTS, FESTIVALS AND EVENTS CITYWIDE
Aug 4, 2023
This weekend features Bears Family Fest, Lionel Richie Concert, Black Women Expo, Jeff Fest and Taste Of Chicago In Marquette Park Along with Lollapalooza
Aug 1, 2023
Lollapalooza Returns to Grant Park August 3 - 6
Jul 28, 2023
Fiesta Del Sol, Ed Sheeran Concert, Chinatown Summer Fair and Many More Neighborhood Events Top the Chicago Weekend Activities Amidst Extreme Heat
Jul 28, 2023
Street closures begin in prep for Lollapalooza in Grant Park August 3-6
Jul 27, 2023
National Weather Service Issued a Heat Advisory for the City of Chicago for Friday with Heat Index Values Around 105 Degrees
Jul 24, 2023
City of Chicago Hosts the 2023 National Homeland Security Association Conference
Jul 20, 2023
Pitchfork Music Festival, Beyonce Concert, Disability Pride Parade and Other Events Planned for This Weekend
Jul 14, 2023
Windy City Smokeout & Taste of Chicago in Pullman Park Headline Events This Weekend
Jul 7, 2023
With Multiple Events Citywide this Weekend, OEMC Reminds Residents to be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1
Jul 3, 2023
Streets Around Grant Park Begin to Open Overnight Following the NASCAR Chicago Street Race
Jun 28, 2023
Public Safety is a Top Priority Around the NASCAR Chicago Street Race
Jun 23, 2023
NASCAR Chicago Street Race Significant Closures will begin, June 25
Jun 23, 2023
Large Crowds Expected for the Chicago Pride Parade and Events Citywide
Jun 20, 2023
CDOT and OEMC: Full Closure on Jackson Dr. from Michigan Ave. to Columbus Dr. and Balbo Drive from Michigan, Ave. to DuSable Lake Shore Drive

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