New Year's Eve 2026 installed in Times Square
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Today---- you had an opportunity to see what the new year's eve display will look like in Times Square.

Trump promises 'aggressive' housing reform next year
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You may have heard the saying there's no place like home for the holidays.  But you may not feel that way when it comes to interest rates.  Doug Luzader shows you why home affordability is still a big issue going into next year.

Tax Tips: Make the most of your return
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 Even though we're months away from Tax Day, it's never too early to start preparing for tax season. Connor Hansen tells you what you need to get started and changes to the tax laws that could impact your return.

Doctor breaks down a new flu variant circulating this year
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Some call this the Super Flu. More people are going to the hospital and the emergency room because of a strain of the flu called H-3-N-2.

U.S. forces strike ISIS targets in Nigeria
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 After designating Nigeria as a "country of particular concern" over Christian genocide claims.  President Trump threatened military action, and on Christmas night -- he announced the launch of fatal strikes. Stephanie Bennett shows you why some have mixed feelings about it.

Search continues for missing Blue Island man
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Christmas marks one month since 59 year old Daniel Davis from Blue Island vanished. The search has intensified, with more people than ever actively looking for him — both on the ground and online 

TikTok creator arrested after deadly crash
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Felony charges have been filed against a TikToker accused of livestreaming on social media at the time of a fatal accident.

Palatine man charged with kidnapping, sexual assault in Christmas Eve incident: police

A Palatine man was arrested and charged with kidnapping, sexual assault, and domestic battery of a 26-year-old woman on Christmas Eve in Palatine, according to police.

Unique Chicago stories that stood out this year | Chicago In Focus
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This special looks back at some of the most memorable feature stories from the past year across Chicago. From behind-the-scenes looks at uniquely Chicago traditions, like the making of Malört, to powerful stories rooted in history and community.

16 hidden historic stories across Chicagoland | Monument Moment (part 2)
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Monument Moment (Part 2) is a special featuring 16 historic stories from communities across Chicagoland. The episode highlights both well-known and unusual landmarks, uncovering stories that may surprise even longtime residents. Featured stories include a historic nuclear reactor buried in a suburban forest preserve, Hofmann Tower in Lyons, Illinois, and an Alexander Hamilton statue, along with many other monuments and moments that shape the region’s history.

Chicago weather: Your weekend forecast

Enjoy the warmth while it lasts: Chicago hits near 50 today and even warmer Sunday.