Grandma, stranger she mistakenly texted set to spend 6th Thanksgiving together

Grandma, stranger she mistakenly texted set to spend 6th Thanksgiving together

A grandma and the stranger she mistakenly invited over to Thanksgiving have formed an unlikely friendship — and the two are set to celebrate their sixth holiday together.

A grandma and the stranger she mistakenly invited over to Thanksgiving have formed an unlikely friendship — and the two are set to celebrate their sixth holiday together.

USPS in need of volunteers to handle letters to Santa

USPS in need of volunteers to handle letters to Santa

Every year since 1912, the postal service has processed a massive amount of mail from children whose lists include basic necessities like a warm coat, and from parents who describe their struggles with employment or health. The USPS recruits individual and group volunteers for help with getting these kids Christmas gifts.

Every year since 1912, the postal service has processed a massive amount of mail from children whose lists include basic necessities like a warm coat, and from parents who describe their struggles with employment or health. The USPS recruits individual and group volunteers for help with getting these kids Christmas gifts.

Small businesses take spotlight in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood as holidays approach
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Small businesses take spotlight in Lincoln Square and Ravenswood as holidays approach

Rudy Flores, executive director of the Lincoln Square and Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, previews Small Business Saturday in their community and talks about how you can support local businesses this winter.

Rudy Flores, executive director of the Lincoln Square and Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, previews Small Business Saturday in their community and talks about how you can support local businesses this winter.

Supply shortages to anticipate heading into holiday season
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Supply shortages to anticipate heading into holiday season

Food analyst Phil Lempert talks about which common dinner supplies will be missing this holiday season as the nation continues to grapple with supply chain shortages.

Food analyst Phil Lempert talks about which common dinner supplies will be missing this holiday season as the nation continues to grapple with supply chain shortages.

Concerns rise over holiday dinner shortages, high prices
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Concerns rise over holiday dinner shortages, high prices

In a FOX 32 Special Report, we look at what challenges consumers will face trying to get a holiday dinner on the table.

In a FOX 32 Special Report, we look at what challenges consumers will face trying to get a holiday dinner on the table.

Vaccinated families can ‘feel good’ about holiday gatherings, Fauci says

Vaccinated families can ‘feel good’ about holiday gatherings, Fauci says

"If you get vaccinated and your family's vaccinated, you can feel good about enjoying a typical Thanksgiving, Christmas with your family and close friends," Dr. Anthony Fauci said.

"If you get vaccinated and your family's vaccinated, you can feel good about enjoying a typical Thanksgiving, Christmas with your family and close friends," Dr. Anthony Fauci said.

Reese's debuts pie-size peanut butter cup for Thanksgiving 2021

Reese's debuts pie-size peanut butter cup for Thanksgiving 2021

Reese’s is selling a 9-inch “Thanksgiving pie,” which is the largest Reese Peanut Butter Cup ever sold — but only while supplies last.

Reese’s is selling a 9-inch “Thanksgiving pie,” which is the largest Reese Peanut Butter Cup ever sold — but only while supplies last.

Ways to improve your 'financial gratitude attitude'
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Ways to improve your 'financial gratitude attitude'

Justin Reppy, Senior Advisor at Goldstone Financial Group, joins Good Day Saturday to talk about our financial gratitude attitudes.

Justin Reppy, Senior Advisor at Goldstone Financial Group, joins Good Day Saturday to talk about our financial gratitude attitudes.

Joliet Police Department hosts food drive
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Joliet Police Department hosts food drive

Tis the season to give back, and one suburban police department is doing just that.

Tis the season to give back, and one suburban police department is doing just that.

Santa Claus may not be coming to town this year amid hired Santa shortage

Santa Claus may not be coming to town this year amid hired Santa shortage

There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.

There are an estimated 10-15% fewer Santa Clauses this year compared to last year due to COVID-19 and many Santas retiring, according to Mitch Allen, head elf at Hire Santa.

Santa shortage gripping the country
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Santa shortage gripping the country

There is an increased demand for Santa this year, and fewer Santa's are available right now.

There is an increased demand for Santa this year, and fewer Santa's are available right now.

Terrorism threat 'heightened' over holiday season, DHS says

Terrorism threat 'heightened' over holiday season, DHS says

While DHS said it had no credible information on a specific threat, the agency warns in its latest national terrorism advisory bulletin that mass gatherings for the upcoming religious holidays could be potential targets.

While DHS said it had no credible information on a specific threat, the agency warns in its latest national terrorism advisory bulletin that mass gatherings for the upcoming religious holidays could be potential targets.