113 million Americans expected to travel this holiday season as major winter storm looms

The FOX Forecast Center is keeping its eyes on the likelihood of a significant Christmas week winter storm that could impact millions of travelers because of snow, strong winds, rain and dangerously low temperatures.

Holiday Helpings 2022 with the Greater Chicago Food Depository

Leading up to Christmas, FOX 32 Chicago is partnering with local chefs to help inspire you with some new holiday recipes.

Dangerous heavy metals found in popular dark chocolate bars: Study

The organization, Consumer Reports, says two dangerous heavy metals showed up in tests of 28 dark chocolate bars, including some popular brands.

Families 'shop' for toys and gifts at Marillac St. Vincent's Christmas Store in Garfield Park

Families were invited to "shop" for toys, stocking stuffers, books, games, clothes, stuffed animals for each of their children. The gifts were wrapped and families were given a full bag of food and a turkey.

TSA reports record number of firearms at airport security checkpoints, agency says

The Transportation Security Administration has recorded a record number of firearms found at airport security checkpoints throughout the country in 2022.

Top notable quotes of 2022: Chris Rock, Zelenskyy, Trump make list

2022's most notable quotations include a tart retort by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to a U.S. offer of help.

Sen. Tammy Duckworth proposes new aircraft evacuation bill

As millions of Americans are about to board crowded flights in the next few weeks, Sen. Tammy Duckworth and Capt. Sully Sullenberger talked about airline safety at O'Hare Friday. 

Sen. Tammy Duckworth proposes airline safety bill
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As millions of Americans are about to board crowded flights in the next few weeks, Sen. Tammy Duckworth and Capt. Sully Sullenberger talked about airline safety at O'Hare Friday.

Goose Island moves Brewhouse to new venue alongside The Salt Shed

Goose Island Brewery has announced plans to relocate its Clybourn Brewhouse in Lincoln Park to a new location right along the Chicago River.

Kentucky woman wins $175K jackpot during white elephant gift exchange at company holiday party

“Everyone was going insane,” Lori Janes shared. “People were getting their calculators out and double-checking. A couple of people even scanned the ticket on the lottery’s app, just to make sure.”

JCC Chicago's 8 Nights of Hanukkah returns Sunday
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JCC Chicago has organized eight fun-filled nights for all ages from Dec. 18 - 25 to celebrate Hanukkah and get you feeling festive. The events are free and you do not need to be a member of the JCC to join in on the holiday fun.

Fitness Friday: Rev up your workout with the 2023 No Excuse Bootcamp
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Siddiqu Muhammad, organizer and head trainer at the 2023 No Excuse Bootcamp, previews this year's event and stresses the importance of starting the New Year with an active and engaged mindset.

Truck makers Rivian, Lion call on Pritzker to move faster on phaseout of gas and diesel-fuel engines

Gov. Pritzker has touted electric vehicles as a major economic opportunity for Illinois, and last year signed into law new tax credits and other incentives to bring more manufacturing to the state promising “thousands of jobs.”

Taco Bell may permanently add fries to menu to better compete with McDonald's

Taco Bell's CEO said that while dinner and late-night business is on par with McDonald’s and other rivals, the chain’s breakfast and lunch dayparts are “significantly” behind.

Drone takes flight through ‘amazing’ Christmas lights display at Ohio home

North Ridgeville resident Bob Mangan continued his yearly Christmas tradition, installing thousands of lights and decorations around his property.

Free Food Market in Woodlawn offers fresh food to Chicagoans in need

The Free Food Market is a pantry where choice is key. Like any local grocery store, the Free Food Market in Woodlawn has fresh produce, milk and eggs.

Why the viral weight loss drug taking over TikTok isn't without its pitfalls
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FOX 32's Sylvia Perez talks to medical experts about the new weight loss drug Wegovy that has been going viral on TikTok and why it's not always being used for it's intended medical purposes.