Since 1962, the Chicago River has been dyed green for St. Patrick's Day. Scott Olson/Getty Images St. Patrick’s Day usually conjures images of partying, Catholicism, Irish nationalism and, perhaps ...

Every year on March 17, people around the globe celebrate St. Patrick's Day with festive parades, lively music, and, obviously, plenty of green. But beyond the usual partying, this holiday is also ...

Cities dye their rivers green. The head politician of Ireland visits the U.S. to meet with the president. Patrons clink mugs full of green beer. This Sunday, March 17, is St. Patrick's Day While it ...

While St. Patrick's Day celebrations often produce images of T-shirts donning "Kiss me, I'm Irish," leprechaun hats and pubs full of people, the holiday holds a deeper meaning. Here's a look at who ...

Although the true history of St. Patrick’s Day is an interesting one, the holiday has mostly become known in the U.S. as a day of drinking, parades and donning green. Communities across the country ...