| Source | CBS Local |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Sept. 18, 2026, 7 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Sept. 18, 2026, 7 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-river-swim-2026-big-jump/ |
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Beach season is over in Chicago, but the Chicago River was the place to be on
Friday morning, as local leaders, former Olympians, and everyday people took the
plunge together.
It was the Big Jump, a kickoff event for [ the Chicago River Swim ][10] this
weekend.
"Some people called it a crazy idea ...