On Friday, Nov. 1, Cook County officials and local residents came together to celebrate Día de Los Muertos (“Day of the Dead”).
Held annually on Nov. 1 and 2, Día de los Muertos is a traditional Meso-American holiday dedicated to the ancestors; it honors both death and the cycle of life. It is observed as a day to honor deceased family members and loved ones by “welcoming them back” through various customs, including making dedicated…
