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“Good Day Chicago” | 10-2-25

Jill Halpin, Chicago travel expert, joins Fox 32’s “Good Day, Chicago” to share the amazing Fall getaways from Chicago.

Chicago travel expert Jill Halpin on Fox17 West Michigan talking about Chicago travel

Fox17 West Michigan | 3-9-25

Sharing tips on how to make the most of St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago with Fox 12 West Michigan in Grand Rapids.

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