ABC7 Chicago celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with the 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade, a half-hour special and more.
Additionally, the 'Our Chicago: Voces Unidas' special airs on Sept. 25 at 11 p.m. and Oct. 2 at 4:30 p.m.ABC 7 CHICAGO celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 11 - Oct. 15, with the 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade, a series of news stories, a half-hour special "OUR CHICAGO: VOCES UNIDAS" and vignettes.
Hosted by ABC 7's Rob Elgas and Michelle Gallardo with contribution from Mark Rivera, "OUR CHICAGO: VOCES UNIDAS" offers a rich tapestry of stories highlighting the contributions of Chicago's vibrant Latino community. The half-hour program airs twice on ABC 7 Chicago, Sunday, Sept. 25, at 11 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 2, at 4:30 p.m. and will be available on abc7chicago.com and ABC 7's connected TV apps.
-Illinois Deputy Governor Sol Flores is a proud Puerto Rican American from humble beginnings who has devoted her time and efforts to eradicating homelessness in Chicago. Inspired by the devotion of her own family, Flores has committed her life to the values of love and justice, becoming the executive director of La Casa Norte, a nonprofit that has now helped thousands of homeless people.
-Equipo Charro Juan Colorado is local group based in Grant Park that stays true to its Mexican roots by competing in local and national Charreria competitions. Charreria, similar to U.S. rodeo, consists of nine different skill events or "suertes." Local CPS teacher Diana Fernandez is a frontrunner for the group.
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