Chicago gears up for New Year's Eve with free fireworks over the River and live performances. See more event details inside.

The College of DuPage’s New Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of maestro Kirk Muspratt, will perform three times on New Year’s Eve at 1:30, 5 and 8:30 p.m. The night will feature a variety of light classics, opera solos, a special guest singer and Champagne.

New Year's Eve is just days away, and there are events for just about everyone. Whether you're looking to dress to the nines, stop by a pub, or just hang with the kids, Chicago has plenty of options.

Chicago will be part of "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest" for the first time ever. ABC News' Alex Perez reports.

A yearly tradition will make its return this week as Chicago-area residents can get free transit rides on New Year’s Eve.

Anyone under 18 is required to be with an adult after 10 p.m. Wednesday night while the city hosts “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” along the Riverwalk.

FOX 32's Mike Caplan breaks down today's weather outlook. Last night’s snow totaled 1.6 inches at O’Hare, slightly more than expected. CHICAGO - Last night’s snow was a slight overachiever. 1.6" fell at O’Hare Airport for the official Chicago total.

Chicago officials are providing more details about this year's "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest" event downtown.This year marks the first time Chicago will be featured on the iconic national broadcast,