The Chicago flag tells a story in its stars and stripes, and there is meaning behind each of the elements of the iconic banner. It all starts at the beginning with Wallace Rice, who is credited ...

Main St. The ceremony will be used to recap events and initiatives that helped mark the county’s 200th birthday. The event will be followed by a reception and an exhibition of the top flag designs.

Chicago Public Schools IDs will also be accepted, event organizers said. “We are celebrating Chicago’s 188th birthday by inviting our fellow Chicagoans to experience 360 CHICAGO on us ...