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The Downtown Chicago River Swim, planned for Sunday, was canceled after weather and river conditions raised safety concerns, including potential flooding and lightning. Participants were told not to report to the start area; organizers invited swimmers to gather at the Chicago Brewhouse from 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., with updates on the event site and a return date set for 2027.
As Chicago marks Mexican Independence Day, officials warn of possible road closures and detours in the Loop this weekend ahead of El Grito Fest at Grant Park, with parades in Little Village and South Chicago; entry into the Loop may require proof of address or event reservations, and residents and commuters are urged to use public transit.
Private, 15-minute O'Hare Flyer express rail would use existing freight rights-of-way to connect O'Hare Terminal 2 with the Old Post Office on Van Buren Street, delivering a roughly 15-minute ride from the Loop—about 30 minutes faster than the CTA Blue Line. Funded privately with no government funding, the project aims to begin within five years and use battery-electric trains for a quiet, fast trip.
The inaugural NASCAR Chicago Street Race took place in downtown Chicago, featuring a pop-up street course that was constructed just before the race. The course included 2,000 concrete barriers and featured 12 turns and 2.2 miles of racing. Despite rain delays and concerns about air quality, the race proceeded, with New Zealand's Shane van Gisbergen winning in his first Cup Series start. The event drew nearly 4.8 million viewers on NBC and was expected to generate significant economic impact for the city. The future of the race is uncertain, as the contract allows for both parties to opt out.