Awaiting word from friends and relatives in Turkey after earthquake
CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports Chicago organizations are rushing to help those on the ground effected by the earthquake.
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CBS 2's Marissa Perlman reports Chicago organizations are rushing to help those on the ground effected by the earthquake.
"Some of them they left their houses. Some of them don't have a place to stay and it's freezing. Everybody who speaks Turkish has been asking me 'is your family okay?' I say it's not only my family. It's a bunch of people."
The death toll was rising steadily in both countries. A frantic search for survivors is underway. The U.S. and Ukraine are among the many nations offering assistance.
Turkish meteorological officials say the peculiar formation is an example of lens clouds.
If your family still needs a turkey for Thanksgiving, there are a couple giveaways available in Chicago on Tuesday in the West Rogers Park and Humboldt Park neighborhoods.
Experts say you should take it slow and brush up on the technique. CBS News' Ian Lee talked with Paul Kelly of KellyBronze, who holds the world record for festive carver.
The cost of a thanksgiving turkey is sky-high right now because of inflation, but you can get a bird, for free Sunday.
One in four households with children in the Chicago metro area is facing hunger.
One in four households with children in the Chicago metro area is facing hunger.
If you haven't gotten a chance to get your hands on a turkey one high school is making sure you get one.
"Turkeys are all about abundance, community and connection and that's what this story is really about."
They are partnering with Molina Healthcare and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois to hand out turkeys and hot meals to families.
Each person who stood in line at the Austin (15th) District police station Friday afternoon was handed a free frozen turkey.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois is hosting a friends-giving celebration and giving away turkey and vegetables.
From Thursday through the weekend families can attend turkey giveaways at several locations.
Intense flames came just 15 seconds after the turkey was dropped into the fryer.
Cristo Rey Jesuit High School is partnering with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois to host a community fair.
The holidays are upon us but not everyone can afford a traditional thanksgiving feast for their families.
Now through Saturday, anyone can visit one of the participating McDonald's locations to grab a turkey and sweet treats from Bimbo's Bakery.
"It really underscores the unpredictable nature of the job that our officers are asked to do at any given time," Wausau Police Patrol Capt. Todd Baeten said.
