The Chicago River is officially green after the Chicago plumbers' union dyed the body of water with their secret, environmentally friendly dye in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. While thousands made ...

St. Patrick’s Day celebrations have officially kicked off in Chicago, and the party started with the dyeing of the Chicago River on Saturday. The iconic event takes place on the Saturday prior to St.

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St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebrations are officially here, with an iconic Chicago tradition kicking off festivities Saturday morning as the Chicago River was dyed green. Beginning shortly after 10 ...