News Releases

Oct 5, 2023
The City of Chicago and Race Organizers Prepare for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon set for Sunday, October 8
Sep 29, 2023
FEMA and FCC Plan Nationwide Emergency Alert TEST
Sep 28, 2023
Upcoming Activities in Chicago with Traffic Impacts and Large Crowds Include Red Bull Showrun, Blackhawks Preseason, Race to Wrigley 5K, Bears Game
Sep 22, 2023
Chicago Half Marathon and 5K in Jackson Park and Along DuSable Lake Shore Drive on Sunday, September 24
Sep 15, 2023
September is National Preparedness Month and OEMC Encourages All Residents to Plan and Be Prepared for Emergencies
Sep 13, 2023
Chicago Celebrates Mexican Independence Day this Weekend Along With Riot Fest, Karol G at Soldier Field and Much More
Sep 8, 2023
Taste of Chicago in Grant Park, Pilsen Mexican Independence Day Parade and Bears Home Opener Headline a Busy Chicago Weekend
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

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