Ducky Derby splashes down in Chicago River for Special Olympics Illinois

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Thousands of rubber ducks raced down the Chicago River Thursday.

The annual Ducky Derby returned to support Special Olympics Illinois.

We know Chicago's river turns green in March, but Thursday, it turns bright yellow!

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Those who participated bought a duck at Pioneer Court.

Duck adoptions started at $10. The winning duck receives an all-new Chevy Trax.

The Chicago Ducky Derby has raised nearly $5 million for Special Olympic athletes, since 2005.

Special Olympics Illinois named Becky Cavanagh of Clarendon Hills as this year's Ducky Derby ambassador.

For more information, visit https://www.duckrace.com/chicago.