A blast of winter weather came just in time for Veterans Day in Chicago, bringing a blanket of snow and causing major delays at the city’s airports.

From the Lakefront Trail to Navy Pier, here’s a look at how Chicagoans are braving the cold.

A commuter makes his way to work through snow and slush.

City workers Mireya Luna and Emilio Balcázar lay salt to sidewalks in downtown Chicago.

Ryan Puszka takes his two dogs out for a walk at Milton Lee Olive Park.

Workers prepare Chicago’s Christmas tree for the annual tree lighting ceremony in Millennium Park.

Tourists take in Chicago’s Navy Pier despite harsh winter conditions.

Workers clear out snow at Millennium Park’s McCormick Tribune Ice Rink, which opens Friday.

A sign warns pedestrians to stay off Chicago’s Lakefront Trail, which is closed due to high water and snow.

Manuel Martinez photographs newsmakers and culture for WBEZ. Follow him @DenverManuel.

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