A gym for tumblers and cheerleaders on the South Side turned into something unexpected on Saturday – the site of a gift giveaway.Tables at a youth gym on 95th Street in the Pullman neighborhood were filled with toys to give families a second chance at Christmas.

Hanukkah beginning on Christmas Day brings already-intertwined traditions into even closer proximity for some families.

Love this from Mike Macdonald. #Seahawks will be in their homes Christmas morning day before they play at CHI: “Look, at the end of the day football doesn’t rank 1st on the hierarchy of needs here. It’s really important for our players and coaches to be home with their families.” pic.twitter.com/AM2trclH0R

Wednesday is Christmas, but for the first time since 2005, it's also the first night of Hanukkah, making it a special day for interfaith families who celebrate both holidays.

Two decades ago, when it became clear that a relationship between Melissa Lattin and Eric West was becoming serious, the 20-something pair realized they had som