New York and Chicago held Pride parades on Sunday. Chicago shut down streets. Over a million people came out. The downtown route swelled with walkers, cyclists, friends. recent York offered live viewing spots, named grand marshals, closed many blocks. Fans cheered, flags flew high.
Later, one small group protested near a Chicago church after an anti‑LGBTQ sign appeared. In the Twin Cities, storms forced one delay. Organizers say they are watching that forecast. New dates is set to be set soon. Safety crews stay ready.