Chicago beaches open for season for Memorial Day weekend

CHICAGO (WLS) -- It may not feel like it, but today is opening day for Chicago beach season.

All beaches will be open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Over the past few years, there had been a shortage of lifeguards which affected hours.

But according to the Chicago Park District, the number of lifeguard applicants has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels.

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Chicago's 22 beaches will be open through Labor Day.