Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, Jan. 16, and events throughout the suburbs will pay tribute to the life and legacy of the late civil rights leader, and offer service opportunities. Here s a sampling.
Local leaders are advising people to avoid travel when possible, and to check in on friends, family and neighbors who may need a helping hand. In Chicago’s North Park neighborhood, people are adjusting quickly during a busy holiday season while bearing in mind vulnerable community members.