Holiday shipping deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS dates for on-time delivery
With the holiday shopping season in full swing, major mail carriers are reminding customers of key shipping deadlines to ensure packages arrive by Christmas.
Your 2024 holiday tipping guide: Who to tip and how much
A new survey shows that more Americans plan to tip service workers this holiday season, but the tipping amounts may be lower.
Austin Area Toy Run brings presents, gift cards to Round Rock Housing Authority
More than 250 bikers roll into the Round Rock Housing Authority for the annual Austin Area Toy Run.
Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024
Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.
FOX 7 Austin helps light up the Capitol's Christmas tree
The 30th annual Downtown Holiday Stroll brought holiday magic to Austin, including the first-ever Christmas dog costume competition.
United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole
It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.
Round Rock’s Light Up the Lake returns with changes due to construction at Old Settlers
More than a million lights sparkle in Old Settlers Park for the annual Light Up the Lake event in Round Rock.
Hanukkah 2024: When is it and how is it celebrated?
This year, Hanukkah will begin on Christmas Day (Dec. 25) and end on Jan. 2, 2025.
Deputies warn: Keep your Christmas lights on your tree, not your car
Decking your vehicle with Christmas lights may be festive, but it’s also dangerous, police say.
Video: Florida bear caught on camera making sure the Grinch doesn’t steal Christmas
A bear wasn’t going to let the Grinch steal Christmas from a Florida family, so it stole the Grinch not once, but twice.
Light displays across Central Texas celebrate holiday season
The holiday festivities are in full swing across Central Texas. FOX 7 Austin checked out some lighting displays in downtown Austin, Marble Falls and Johnson City.
President Biden kicks off holidays with National Christmas Tree Lighting for final time
President Joe Biden kicked off the holiday season Thursday night in front of the White House for the last time.
Sending Christmas cards to Canada? Think again
The Canada Post strike has prompted the USPS to halt international mail acceptance to Canada, impacting holiday shipping. Learn what this means and explore alternative options.
City of Kyle Grinch video returns; Grinch-themed community event planned
For the fourth year in a row, the City of Kyle has posted some videos on social media featuring the Grinch causing trouble around town. And, this year, you're invited to be part of the Grinch-themed fun.
Here are the 10 places known for a white Christmas
It’s only an official white Christmas if one inch or more of snow is on the ground Christmas morning. Here's where it's most likely to happen.
42% of Americans plan to regift to save money during the holidays, survey finds
A recent survey reveals that 42% of Americans plan to regift this holiday season as economic pressures drive changes in gift-giving habits.
Advent calendars grow up: From chocolate treats to skincare
From its humble beginnings of chocolate treats for kids in the runup to Christmas Day, to the indulgent skincare and luxury surprises seen today, advent calendars have significantly evolved since the 19th century.
Yappy Y'allidays dog costume contest: How to enter your pup
If you believe your pup can strut its stuff, dress them up in their best holiday attire and enter them into the first ever Puppy Costume Contest at the Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll on Dec. 7 in Downtown Austin.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade features Cedar Park High School dance team
A local high school is getting ready to take part of a big Thanksgiving tradition in the Big Apple.
Sunday after Thanksgiving travel sets new TSA record
More than 3 million people flew in the U.S. on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, setting a new record. It’s one of only two days to ever top 3 million passengers.