Many students in Illinois will stay home from school Monday as Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day are observed.
Taking place on the second Monday of each October, Columbus Day was deemed as such in 1892, when it was established to honor Christopher Columbus’ historic voyage. While not a federal holiday, Indigenous Peoples’ Day has become common in recent years as a way to recognize contributions made by Native Americans and detest Columbus’ treatment of native peoples.
President Joe Biden became the first U.S. president to formally recognize Indigenous Peoples Day, issuing a proclamation in 2021. Biden recognized both holidays that year, which President Donald Trump has signaled he won’t do in 2025.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s open and closed on Monday.
Schools
Chicago Public Schools are closed Monday as the city observes Indigenous Peoples’ Day, according to the CPS calendar.
Some other schools and school districts in Illinois may be closed, according to the Illinois Board of Education, though others may be open.
Banks
The majority of banks will be closed for the day as Oct. 13 is a Federal Reserve holiday. However, Chase Bank branches will be open, but online transactions won’t be available, according to its website.
Stock Market
The stock market will be open on Monday, though U.S. bond markets will be closed.
USPS, FedEx, UPS
Monday is a federal holiday, meaning U.S. Postal Service locations will be closed, and mail won’t be delivered.
Pickup and delivery services will be available through both FedEx and UPS. Store locations will also be open, according to both companies.
DMVs and Drivers Services
State agencies, including the Secretary of State’s Office won’t be open, as Illinois observes Columbus Day as an official state holiday. That will also be in the case in Indiana.
With it being a federal holiday, most federal government agencies won’t be open. This year, some agencies have already closed due to the ongoing government shutdown.
Grocery stores and retailers
Major grocery chains, including Mariano’s and Jewel-Osco, will be open for the day.
Walmart, Target and Costco will also be open Monday.
Garbage pickup
Whether pickup will take place Monday depends on where you live and who provides garbage services. In the city of Chicago, there will be no garbage service citywide or recycling service in areas 2 or 4.
For instance, if you receive garbage services through either Waste Management or Republic Services, both companies will be operating their routes as usual.
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