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92-Year-Old Grand Marshal Headlines Brookfield Parade

CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Village of Brookfield is celebrating 125 years on Wednesday.

The city will pay tribute to its historic past during its Fourth of July parade.

The grand marshal, 92-year-old Mary Phillips, has a very special connection to the village.

According to the Riverside-Brookfield Landmark, she's lived in the same house since birth.

After the parade there will be a party with food, music and games for the kids.

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