Watch: FOX New Year's Eve Live! Fireworks, live performances, countdown to midnight

Ring in the new year with FOX NYE Live! Fireworks, drone shows, live performances, celebrity surprises, and the energy of New Year’s Eve unfolding city by city!

First Day Hikes scheduled at Texas state parks to welcome 2026

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers Texans an opportunity to start 2026 off with First Day Hikes at a Texas state park.

Austin New Year's fireworks: How and where to watch

The City of Austin is once again ringing in the new year with a big celebration. Here's everything you need to know about this year's event.

Officials warn of DWI dangers around holidays
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With New Year's right around the corner, millions across Central Texas are getting ready to ring in 2026. Beyond the celebrations, this time of year is also known for a spike in DWI-related crashes. FOX 7 Austin's Marco Bitonel reports.

Texas officials warn of DWI dangers around holidays

Officials are warning the public to choose a safe and sober ride home when planning how to celebrate 2026.

Burn ban issued for Travis County ahead of New Year's Eve fireworks

A burn ban has been issued for unincorporated Travis County ahead of New Year's Eve fireworks due to fluctuating temperatures and freeze-cured grass.

Flu cases rising, especially after holidays
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If it seems like everyone around you is sick, you might be right. Flu cases are up and cases are expected to go up in the wake of Christmas gatherings. FOX's Steve Harrigan has more in this HealthBeat.

From '6 7' to 'Skibidi': 15 of the most-used Gen Alpha slang terms of 2025

For anyone dreading sitting across from their teenage cousin and feeling like the oldest person to ever walk the earth as families gather over the next few weeks for the holidays, this one is for you.

Some stores are charging for holiday gift returns: See the list

If you need to return holiday gifts this year, be ready to pay a price for avoiding return lines in some stores. 

2026: Things that happened 120 years ago

In 2026, the United States marks the 120-year anniversaries of several major events that shaped the nation’s history, innovation, and culture.

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'peace and consolation' in first Christmas Mass

Pope Leo XIV presided over his first Christmas Mass, calling for “peace and consolation" for victims of wars, injustice, political stability, religious persecution and terrorism.

Here's what's open and closed on Christmas this year

Most stores and restaurants are closed on Christmas this year, but there are a few stores open with limited hours for last-minute grocery or pharmacy needs.

Last minute Christmas shopping
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On Christmas Eve, shoppers braved long lines at stores as they got in some last-minute holiday shopping. 

Viral: Cousins surprise California grandparents with Christmas sleepover

What the video shows is the couple's grandchildren re-creating "Grandparents' Christmas" held in Los Gatos, Calif. – a tribute to an annual tradition of more than a quarter-century, which for several years had gone by the wayside.

Taylor Swift donates more than $2M in holiday gifting spree

Taylor Swift is in the spirit of giving. Multiple organizations are sharing they’ve received donations from the pop star – with some amounting to as much as $1 million.

Powerball's $1.7B jackpot could make Christmas Eve unforgettable

Does it seem like lottery jackpots get bigger than they used to? It’s true - the odds are tougher now after a systematic change. But one lucky player could still have an unforgettable Christmas Eve.

Healthy habits for kids this holiday season
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Holiday breaks can turn kids routines upside down with more screens, more sweets, maybe less sleep, fewer nutrient-dense meals. Those shifts can really impact mood, energy, immunity, and behavior for kids. Pediatrician Dr. Darria Long shares some some smart, simple tips to help kids stay on track and safe.