Chicagoans take to the streets to celebrate Joe Biden’s presidential win

It felt like the entire city of Chicago (nay, the world) was holding its breath for the past four days. When many major news outlets called Pennsylvania for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris this morning, giving the pair more than enough projected electoral college votes to take the White House, many Chicagoans erupted in celebration.

As the news spread, car horns honked, masked revelers took to the streets, and applause could be heard from balconies throughout the city. Unsurprisingly, Biden won the popular vote in Chicago, with just one ward leaning in favor of President Donald Trump.

Take a look at some of the celebrations happening throughout the city today—from Lakeview and downtown to outside of Trump Tower. And remember: If you're hitting the streets today, please wear a mask and keep your distance from other Chicagoans.

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Outside my little sister’s apartment window in Chicago right now pic.twitter.com/vKZr1RL7lh

— Dana Schwartz (@DanaSchwartzzz) November 7, 2020

Cars honking near Trump Tower in Chicago after Democrat Joe Biden defeated President Donald Trump to become the 46th president of the United States. pic.twitter.com/jPbqTUZTmn

— armando l sanchez (@mandophotos) November 7, 2020

Celebrations are starting already in Chicago！ #PresidentElectJoe pic.twitter.com/0QQ4ylFqWl

— Isaac ACAB (@IsaacRadford) November 7, 2020

People are now popping champagne across from Trump Tower in Chicago, as a celebration grows near Michigan Avenue. pic.twitter.com/cHmf5b0dI7

— Omar Jimenez (@OmarJimenez) November 7, 2020

Live at trump tower in Chicago #BidenHarris2020 pic.twitter.com/J2bhYp9dqj

— Alexander Gouletas (@AGouletas) November 7, 2020

Only in Chicago: shots of Malort now being distributed outside Trump tower. pic.twitter.com/iTNHhL2tHe

— Courtney Kueppers (@cmkueppers) November 7, 2020

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