Exclusive 773 Toy Drive returns for 11th year
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Local organizations are coming together to make sure everyone has a present to open this holiday season. The Mural Movement partners with Gratitude Chicago to hand out thousands of presents and even help community members struggling with rent payments.

Orange Friday with Clemente High School
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Fox 32's Joanie Lum is at Clemente High School with the cheer team and ROTC program for a spirited pep rally this Orange Friday.

Celebrating Hanukkah with latkes from Once Upon a Bagel
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Once Upon a Bagel owner Ira Fenton and chef Jaime Rangel join Good Day Chicago to talk about what makes Hanukkah so special and show off some of the delicious offerings they have this season.

Get crafty this holiday season with Fifty Flower's Bouquet Bars
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Fifty Flowers wants to brighten up your holiday season with a DIY craft. The online florist offers a holiday bouquet building kit to enjoy with friends and family.

One of a Kind Holiday show returns to Merchandise Mart
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The annual One of a Kind Holiday show is back for its 22nd year in a row. Through 20 different categories, it connects artists with shoppers.

Elisa's Cake by the #Pound introduces holiday King Cakes
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King Cakes are traditionally popular around Mardi Gras. One Chicago baker is is bringing the authentic New Orleans dessert to the area a bit earlier this year.

'It's Crime for Bed' podcast helping lull people to sleep
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Deanna Ortiz, host of Pillow Talk's "It's Crime for Bed" podcast, talks about the inspiration behind the podcast and how it works in getting people to drift off to sleep.

Chicago students spread holiday cheer for commuters
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Students from schools supported by the Big Shoulders Fund did some Christmas caroling today. Their goal was to spread a little holiday joy. Judging by the reaction of the commuters they serenaded, their mission was accomplished. Tim McGill talked to a few of them on Good Day Chicago.

Local author pens 'Hip Hop Littles' book series
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Modello Brown, CEO and author of "Hip Hop Littles," talks about his book series and how he hopes to inspire children to achieve their full potential.

New fresh food vault to open in Chicago's Morgan Park
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Dion's Chicago Dream is partnering with the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois to open a fresh food vault in the Morgan Park community. One in five families in Chicago are struggling with food insecurity. This new vault aims to provide people in need with fresh food options at no cost.

Grabbing a Cuppa Joe at Stray Hen Cafe in Elmhurst
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FOX 32's Roseanne Tellez heads over to Stray Hen Cafe in Elmhurst to try some of their delicous coffee and soak in the warm and cozy atmosphere.

How to connect with your inner child to feel the holiday magic this year
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Angela Santomero, author and creator of "Blues Clues" and "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood," joins Good Day Chicago to show us how to bring that holiday magic back into adulthood.

Chicago student tackles climate change in UN conference in Dubai
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A high schooler for Chicago is taking her voice of change to the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai. Danica Sun, student at Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy say all hope is not lost, it's not too late to start taking care of the Earth.

Cafe Selmarie going out in style, to close after 40 years
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Brigit Kobayashi, owner of Cafe Selmarie, talks about closing up shop after a delicious 40-year run in the heart of the Lincoln Square neighborhood.

Skating seven stories up on a roof
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Some people like to walk in a winter wonderland but Wonder City at Skyline pitch lets you skate too. Skating is one of a few winter sports you can enjoy with an amazing view. Tim McGill took to the "glice" on Good Day Chicago to check it out.

Family fights to pass Sammy's Law targeting fentanyl in America
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A family is in Washington D.C. right now, pushing for an anti-fentanyl federal law in their son's name. Their 16-year-old son, Sammy, died back in 2021 of an accidental overdose after ordering fentanyl-laced Xanax from the popular social mediaplatform Snapchat.

15-year-old to perform at Jingle Ball Monday
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A Chicago area teen who will be performing at the Jingle Ball Monday night gave Good Day Chicago a preview of her vocals!

Every day is a good day for duckpin bowling
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The Pink Squirrel is a perfect example of an entry in the new book "The 500 Hidden Secrets of Chicago". Tim McGill talked to the author on Good Day Chicago and tried a little duckpin bowling while he was there.