Chicago police escort Santa and Mrs. Claus around the city

Maybe not quite as bright as Rudolph's nose, but it was flashing lights and sirens as Chicago police escorted Santa and Mrs. Claus around the city Friday.

CHICAGO - Maybe not quite as bright as Rudolph's nose, but it was flashing lights and sirens as Chicago police escorted Santa and Mrs. Claus around the city Friday.

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No word on why they were in town and away from the North Pole this close to Christmas.

Maybe it was for a little holiday shopping along the Mag Mile!