Cyber Monday: By the Numbers

This Cyber Monday, people are expected to spend $2.27 billion, the highest single online shopping day ever. Here is a look at last year's numbers to shed light on what to expect this year.

Ditch Distracted Driving, Mama Power Tees and More

Best of the Blogs: Enjoy some of the recent top blog posts.

Teacher Suicide, Home-Invasion Forgiveness, Library Porn Jokes

November's most-viewed stories in the Chicago area.

5 Things to Love About Black Friday and Cyber Monday [SPONSORED]

Why it’s the most wonderful time of the shopping season.

Small Business Saturday in North Center

8 Hot Drinks to Make in Your Slow Cooker for the Holidays

These fall-friendly drinks are perfect for Thanksgiving.

Watch the Lincoln Park Zoo Light Up on Friday

ZooLights, a free day at the Chicago Children's Museum and the Art Institute gets its holiday makeover in this week's '3 Things To Do Downtown.'

Eataly Italian Food Emporium Opens Monday

Check out some sneak peak photos of the 63,000-square-foot gourmet superstore and eateries. It opens to the public Monday at 4 p.m.

Northwestern College’s Chicago Campus Conducted Holiday Food Drive for Non-Profit Women of Wisdom!

Find Christmas Tree Farms in Chicago Suburbs, Wisconsin, Indiana

It's that time of year again! Use our map to find a Christmas tree farm within driving distance from the Chicago suburbs.

Kids Turkey Talk

What are your kids thankful for?

'Misery Map' Tracks Holiday Flight Delays Across the Country

Are you expecting out-of-towners? FlightAware.com has an interactive map that shows which airports are having holiday delays.

How to Use Social Media to Boost Your Small Business

Don’t know the difference between a “like” and a “tweet”? Here’s a crash course.

5 Turkey Glaze Recipes for Thanksgiving Dinner

From creole butter to mustard and brown sugar, these glaze recipes will pack your Thanksgiving turkey with even more flavor.

A Guide to Picking the Perfect Christmas Tree

Follow these tips and tricks for finding the best tree and how to care for it.

[VIDEO] How to Thaw Your Thanksgiving Turkey

There's nothing worse than a frozen turkey on Thanksgiving. Here are some helpful tips for how to quickly—and safely—unthaw it.

Pre-Thanksgiving Fill Up: Where's the Cheapest Gas?

You can find the local prices at gas stations using the interactive map below.

Here's Your 2013 Holiday TV Guide

Find out when and where your favorite classic Christmas show will be broadcast.

Chicago's Irish Christmas Market

“Happy Howlidays Boutique” Benefiting Shelter Animals Dec. 14 and 15

“Happy Howlidays Boutique” Benefiting Shelter Animals Dec. 14 and 15

Do You Want To Talk Sports On Patch For Thanksgiving?

5 Local Campaigns that Could Really Use Your Help

The list below shows locals who, because of an accident or an emergency, are now asking for help. Click an image to learn more about each of them.

Shop Local and Save with Unwrap Lincoln Square and Ravenswood

Unwrap Lincoln Square and Ravenswood encourages shoppers to keep your money in the community and rewards you with a chance for a $50 rebate.

5 Great Recipe Ideas for Holiday Leftovers [SPONSORED]

This year, skip the sandwiches and try these leftover transformations. Sponsored by Sony.

A Holiday Shopping Guide for Frugal Families

Here’s how to give the perfect presents—without breaking the bank.

6 Holiday Gift Guidelines For Your Co-Workers And Bosses

You'll be glad you followed these office holiday gift tips.

JUMP AMERICA OPEN JUMP

NEW INFOGRAPHIC: HOW PEOPLE REALLY FEEL ABOUT HOLIDAY FAMILY-TIME, PLUS HIGHEST-RATED ACTIVITIES

Map: Areas With Poverty & People Paying ‘Too Much’ for Rent

The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of people who spent 35 percent or more of their income on rent.

Map: Areas With Poverty and Homes Without Heat

The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of families living in poverty and the percentage of homes without heating fuel or heating equipment.

New Years Eve at the Abbington!!!

Top 10 Local Beers for Thanksgiving

Not sure what beer to bring to your Thanksgiving celebration? Here's our top 10 local picks.

Map: What Part of North Center-Roscoe Village Has the Most Children in Poverty?

The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of children living below the poverty line.

Orange Shoe Fitness Honored With PLM Corporate Citizenship Award

Holiday Recipe: Homemade Sourdough Bread and Compound Butter

Treat your dinner guests to something extra special this holiday with these recipes for orange cranberry butter and sourdough bread.

Apply today for the 2014 Bank of America Student Leaders program

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[VIDEO] Tips for Creating a Gluten-Free Holiday Menu

Here's what to serve gluten-free guests for the holidays.

Map: Which Low-Income Families Are Without Plumbing?

The map below shows a snapshot of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of homes without plumbing across town.