‘Like Lightning Struck’: Community Marks 60 Years Since the First Division Street Riot, Puerto Rican Rebellion

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Original Load Date June 12, 2026, 1:01 a.m.
Last Updated June 12, 2026, 1:01 a.m.
Original URL https://news.wttw.com/2026/06/11/lightning-struck-community-marks-60-years-first-division-street-riot-puerto-rican

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Chicagoans may have spotted Puerto Rican flags flying across the city this month as the community prepares for this weekend’s parade and festival. The 48th annual Puerto Rican People’s Day Parade is set to take off from Division Street and Campbell Avenue at noon Saturday and will be part of [ the ...