Talk to Santa app lets kids speak directly with Santa in real time

Kids around the world are making their Christmas wish list, and now they can talk to Santa and let him know if they have been naughty or nice.

Berwyn Holiday Market kicks off for season with tree lighting
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The Berwyn Holiday Market kicks off this weekend with a holiday tree lighting and tons of fun for the community members.

Salvation Army’s ‘Turkey Drop’ to feed hundreds of Chicago veterans | ChicagoLIVE
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Major Caleb Senn from The Salvation Army joins ChicagoLIVE to talk about this weekend’s “Turkey Drop” — a special giveaway of 600 Thanksgiving meals and winter supplies for local veterans. He also shares how the red kettle tradition continues to fund year-round programs that help families with food, rent, and more across Chicagoland.

Choose Chicago unveils its ultimate holiday shopping guide featuring local makers
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Isaac Reichman shares how Chicagoans can use the new Choose Chicago Shop and its comprehensive holiday shopping guide to discover locally made gifts, unique experiences, and must-see city getaways.

Shake up your holiday: Inside a Chicago-style Thanksgiving feast
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FOX 32's Jake Hamilton heads to Gene’s Sausage Shop to share creative, non-traditional Chicago-inspired dishes that can bring big flavor to your Thanksgiving table.

Chicago Wolves team up with The Salvation Army for 7th annual Red Kettle Game
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The Chicago Wolves and The Salvation Army join forces once again to spread holiday cheer through the Red Kettle Game—supporting local families, veterans, and volunteers across the Chicago area this season.

Get “Elf’d Up” in Wrigleyville: Holiday pop-up bar brings Christmas cheer early
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With Christmas spirit already in the air, FOX 32’s Jake Hamilton takes you inside Wrigleyville’s festive “Elf’d Up” pop-up bar — perfect for fans of the holiday classic "Elf" movie.

Thanksgiving 2025: These cities rank as the best places to go for the holiday

If you’re considering taking a trip this Thanksgiving, a new report highlights some cities to have on your radar to enjoy some much-needed time off.

Supporting veterans at home goes beyond Veterans Day
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Troy Turner of Right at Home Northwest Indiana discusses providing in-home care for aging veterans and how his Air Force service inspired his mission.

Here's what's open and closed on Veterans Day 2025

As the country honors veterans today, some services may not be available, but here's what's open and closed in your area.

Chick-fil-A launches holiday collection of cozy gifts and décor

Chick-fil-A is expanding its holiday lineup beyond the menu this year, adding cozy clothing, home goods and family entertainment