On Labor Day, union members and their families cheered as the Chicago Federation of Labor presented "Living Wage Warrior" awards to the 35 Chicago aldermen who voted to pass the Big Box Living Wage Ordinance earlier this summer.

"These 35 men and women took a bold step on behalf of working families in Chicago," said CFL President Dennis Gannon.  "The Big Box Living Wage Ordinance is about equality and raising the standards of living in our communities.  We commend them on Labor Day for taking a stand on this issue that will have a positive impact on the lives of hardworking men and women."

For more about the event, read the press release or check out the special Big Box Living Wage section here.

The Soul Children of Chicago perform the Star Spangled Banner and America the Beautiful in the Grand Ballroom

Uncle Sam talks with his much smaller friends outside at Navy Pier

Union members and their families enjoy a rain-free afternoon

One union family celebrates Labor Day together

The Jesse White Tumblers perform in the Grand Ballroom

A balloon artists discusses her next creation