December 30, 2022 4:34 pm “Dry January” Gaining Traction After Alcohol Use Soars During Pandemic The concept is simple – cut out alcohol for the month of January, helping the “Dry January” idea gain traction as we head into 2023, NBC 5’s Lauren Petty reports. Local 1:53 CPS CEO Pedro Martinez granted temporary restraining order against school board 1:39 Shoppers head to Downtown Chicago's State Street for last-minute holiday gifts 2:46 Chicago woman, 96-year-old father to share Christmas together in emotional reunion 1:34 Man wounded in shooting near CTA station in Chicago Loop 2:23 Tips on avoiding gift card scams during the holidays