December 11, 2009 (CHICAGO) --
People of Jewish faith in Chicago and around the world were celebrating the first night of Hanukkah.The eight-day festival of lights began at sundown Friday.
In the afternoon, leaders of the Jewish United fund of Chicago lit two menorahs. One is a traditional oil menorah. The other is an electric menorah featuring energy-efficient lights, representing the the fund's commitment to caring for the world.