Annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots collection underway, how to make a donation

The annual Toys for Tots campaign is underway with the Marine Corps Reserve collecting toys, books, and games to distribute to less fortunate children at Christmas. 

Stores that are open and closed on Thanksgiving this year

From Walmart to Kroger to Target, here’s a look at which major retailers are open and closed on Thanksgiving 2025.

How to stay healthy and avoid getting sick this Thanksgiving
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Doctors share key tips to reduce your risk of holiday illness—from vaccines and sleep to masks, sanitizer, and knowing when to stay home.

First lady receives 2025 White House Christmas tree

First lady Melania Trump received the official 2025 White House Christmas tree on Monday, marking the start of the holiday season.

Festival of Trees brings holiday magic to the Medinah Shrine Center
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FOX 32's Gabriella Premus gives a festive preview of the beautifully decorated holiday trees now on display at the Medinah Shrine Center.

2025 Guide: Must-see holiday light displays, events in Chicago, suburbs

The holiday season officially began in Chicago on Friday, with the annual Christmas Tree lighting ceremony. But we're just getting started!

Thanksgiving 2025: Restaurants that will be open for the holiday

For those who don't plan to cook, there's plenty of restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day, and will even offer a special holiday menu.

Thanksgiving feast 2025: How much will this year’s meal cost?

Though the price of food has increased this year, there are other ways to create a budget-friendly feast for Thanksgiving.

Winterland at Chicago's Gallagher Way kicks off
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Winterland at Gallagher Way in Chicago's Wrigleyville kicks off this weekend for the holidays

Tips for what could be the busiest travel season in 15 years

Nearly 82 million people will travel for the Thanksgiving holiday, either by plane, car or other forms of transit.

Vernon Hills toy co. awaits SCOTUS opinion
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From that courtroom fight to one tied to the holidays, a toy company in Vernon Hills is waiting to hear from the Supreme Court. They’re challenging the Trump administration’s tariffs and the decision could hit right as shoppers start buying gifts.

McDonald's Grinch Happy Meal: When, where to get it

McDonald’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a meal inspired by the mean one, himself: The Grinch.

Illinois SNAP benefits restored after shutdown — holiday relief for struggling families
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Illinois SNAP recipients are finally receiving their full benefits again after a temporary halt caused by the government shutdown. While the state expects all 1.8 million recipients to be paid by tomorrow, many families are still struggling. To help, Christmas in the Wards surprised dozens of West Side families with $50 food vouchers and plans more giveaways this week.