A partial list of outdoor events in Chicago area canceled due to poor air quality

Dangerous air pollution caused by hundreds of raging wildfires in Canada shut down outdoor activities across Chicago Thursday. Concerts, movies in the parks, sporting events and other activities were canceled due to the hazardous air that threatened public health. The city’s beaches and all 50 outdoor pools were closed for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. Many suburban beaches also were shut down. Chicago Park District day camps were moved indoors. Chicago Public Schools also moved…