The parade, which typically attracts hundreds to the Southwest Side, commemorates Mexico’s victory over Napoleon’s French army in the Battle of Puebla in 1862.

Immigration fears have forced Little Village to cancel its annual Cinco De Mayo parade, and while the primary concern is safety, the move will cost businesses and the community money.

But organizers say this year, many community members are choosing to stay home out of fear.What's nextWhile there will be no parade this year, both the Chamber and Casa Puebla expressed hope for the future.