CHICAGO (WLS) -- The annual Hispanic American Heritage Month celebration kicked off in Chicago on Thursday.
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White hosted the event at the Thompson Center in the Loop.
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The celebration pays tribute to the accomplishments of the Hispanic American community across Illinois.
Miguel Cervantes, who stars as the lead role in Broadway in Chicago's "Hamilton," was honored Thursday.
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ABC7's Rob Elgas served as an emcee at the event, and he even received a personalized license plate.