Chicago's Cinco de Mayo parade was halted by gang violence in the Little Village neighborhood. Scheduled to start at noon, it was canceled after gunfire was detected, per Chicago Police Department and organizers.
Despite things looking much different than in the past two years because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, people still found ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
The mere mention of "Cinco de Mayo," one of Mexico's most symbolic battles, "the Battle of Puebla," comes to mind. Meanwhile, identified with the battle, is General Ignacio Zaragoza, who took on the influential forces of France
Other than Cinco de Mayo, other events also took place on this date in different years. Here are some of the unforgettable highlights on this date in the past decades.
For almost everyone, they see Cinco de Mayo as a day of tacos, margaritas, and other Mexican-related goodies. However, did you know that the United States may not be what it is today without it? Read on to know more.
One&Only Pamilla presents tips for everyone to still celebrate Cinco de Mayo even while under home quarantine. Highlights of the activities include recipes for cocktails and hotel dishes.
Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching and there will a number of events that will allow the celebration of this American made holiday. Many restaurants will be hosting parties and some will have some great drink and dinner specials. Best of all there will be great music. Here is a list of great spots in New York that will be great for the celebration.
Cinco De Mayo is one of the most celebrated holidays in North America. Latin Post celebrates and honors the great Mexican holiday by observing the 10 greatest Mexican-born athletes of all-time.
Residents of Mexico City and the surrounding state of Mexico on Tuesday celebrated Cinco de Mayo with re-enactments of the 1862 Battle of Puebla - the origin of the holiday that celebrates Mexican culture.
As the Republican Party continues its Latino outreach, the Republican National Committee (RNC) released a statement praising the contributions made by Mexican Americans in honor of Cinco de Mayo.
Cinco de Mayo celebrates the 1862 Mexican victory over the French in the Battle of Puebla. The Mexican holiday also gives reason to celebrate every year with food, drink and socializing with friends and family. In Los Angeles, there are many options to ring in the holiday.
May 5 is actually the anniversary of the battle of Puebla, which took place is 1861. In the battle, Mexican liberal forces defeated an occupying French army and its Mexican conservative allies.
