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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Violet Miller

INSANE: Mexican independence day celebrations fill downtown chicago - The Real Truth

Revelers on Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park celebrate Mexican Independence Day Friday night. (Katie Anthony / Sun-Times)

The city closed down large parts of the Loop to vehicle traffic Friday night in response to caravans taking to the streets in honor of Mexican Independence Day.

In a repeat of celebrations from years past, caravans of cars adorned with the Mexican flag headed downtown, causing traffic jams.

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