CHICAGO (WLS) – The Chicago Sky won their first championship Sunday, beating the Phoenix Mercury 80-74 in Game 4 of the 2021 WNBA Finals. Mayor Lori Lightfoot told 670 The Score on Monday morning that the championship rally would be held at Millennium Park on Tuesday , and further details were expected later. Lightfoot said it is a victory this city needs now. She hailed the win on Monday morning in her interview with 670 The Score and said the title came at the perfect time for Chicago that is happening in our city, “said Lightfoot.” Of course we focus a lot of our time and attention on the serious things. But the good things cannot be dwarfed. And that’s an amazing story. “Lightfoot confirmed details of a championship rally in that interview and said the city will host a celebration Tuesday at Millennium Park. Her family has already made arrangements to be there.” It will be tomorrow and us will announce the details later today and I really encourage everyone to come, “said Lightfoot.” My daughter has already been lobbying, she has taken a day off to be there. I think it’s going to be a great crowd. ”RELATED: Chicago Sports Brings Back Some Normality to Urban Corporations The historic win brought a special vibe to the entire city city, and a sold-out crowd at Wintrust Arena experienced one during the game Roller coaster of emotion. According to the WNBA, more than 10,000 people saw history when Sky won their first championship. Some of Chicago’s own stars even came out, including Chance the Rapper, to cheer the team on and celebrate the huge win. “That was that craziest game I’ve never seen it until the last second in my life and they really just fought, “said Chance.” They took that win back. “Sky fan Kelsey Kelley shared her excitement after the game outside the Wintrust Arena. “I had the chills,” said Kelley. “I knew they would be back. When Allie got hot I thought, ‘Oh, they got it’ “Chicago Sky Parade Route, Road Closures, Celebration Details The Chicago Sky parade and celebration begins Wednesday at 11 a.m. with the team exiting Wintrust Arena and traveling to the Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park for a rally starting at noon. The parade exits Wintrust Arena and then travels north on Michigan Avenue from Roosevelt Road to Randolph Street, then turns east to the Pritzker Pavilion. Fans are encouraged to visit gather along the route to cheer the team on. It’s free and open to the public, but all attendees must pass security at the Monroe Street and Michigan Avenue entrances. As a result of the celebrations, rolling road closures are expected to follow Start 10am: On Indiana Ave from 21st Street to CermakOn Michigan Avenue from Roosevelt Road to Randolph Stre etStreets will reopen as soon as the motorcade is over, city officials said. CTA buses will be diverted downtown due to the parade and celebration. Officials recommend using public transport to attend the parade and rally. Meta is also offering a $ 5 one day unlimited ride ticket to the celebration. Passengers are asked to purchase their ticket in advance. Copyright © 2021 WLS-TV. All rights reserved.
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