Shoppers brave long lines to do last-minute holiday shopping on Christmas Eve
On Christmas Eve, shoppers braved long lines at stores as they got in some last-minute holiday shopping.
On Christmas Eve, shoppers braved long lines at stores as they got in some last-minute holiday shopping.
Last minute Christmas shopping
On Christmas Eve, shoppers braved long lines at stores as they got in some last-minute holiday shopping.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Real vs. fake Christmas trees: An expert guide on what to buy this year
From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.
From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.
Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2025
If cooking wasn't on the list this Christmas, here's an idea of where you can go and get a meal on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
If cooking wasn't on the list this Christmas, here's an idea of where you can go and get a meal on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Santa Tracker: Watch NORAD track Santa Claus and his reindeer as they deliver gifts around the world
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) team is all systems go to track Santa Claus as he and his reindeer deliver gifts around the world.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) team is all systems go to track Santa Claus as he and his reindeer deliver gifts around the world.
Travis County residents can recycle Christmas trees at 5 drop-off locations
Travis County residents can recycle their Christmas trees at several drop-off locations.
Travis County residents can recycle their Christmas trees at several drop-off locations.
Holiday giving guide: How to support your communities with donations this Christmas
From food drives to toy collections, explore the best ways to give back and help those in need throughout your community for the holidays.
From food drives to toy collections, explore the best ways to give back and help those in need throughout your community for the holidays.
H-E-B gives customers free groceries for Christmas after computer glitch
Shoppers at an H-E-B store in North Texas were surprised with free groceries just in time for the Christmas holiday.
Shoppers at an H-E-B store in North Texas were surprised with free groceries just in time for the Christmas holiday.
2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS important dates to remember
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
With the holidays right around the corner, you need to be sure to mail packages early to ensure on-time delivery. Keep these essential 2025 shipping deadlines in mind from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure your cards and gifts reach their destinations in time for Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and other holidays.
Leaving cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer now costs over $8, study finds
Before children around the world get ready for a good night’s sleep on Christmas Eve, they’ll leave out cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer.
Before children around the world get ready for a good night’s sleep on Christmas Eve, they’ll leave out cookies, milk, and carrots for Santa and his reindeer.
What's open and closed on Christmas Day 2025
If you’re in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day, your options will be limited.
If you’re in need of some last-minute groceries or gifts on Christmas Day, your options will be limited.
Austin man dresses up as Santa on horseback on South Congress
For over a decade, an Austin man has been dressing up as Santa on horseback. This Christmas he's back at it, pushing through what's been a rough year.
For over a decade, an Austin man has been dressing up as Santa on horseback. This Christmas he's back at it, pushing through what's been a rough year.
Santa's helpers spread holiday cheer on Lake Austin
On Lake Austin, women dressed up as Santa’s helpers traded sleigh bells for water skis. They are spreading holiday cheer on the water.
On Lake Austin, women dressed up as Santa’s helpers traded sleigh bells for water skis. They are spreading holiday cheer on the water.
These flights are most likely to be delayed this Christmas, New Year’s
A new study reveals which U.S. flight routes face the biggest holiday delays – and which might get you home early.
A new study reveals which U.S. flight routes face the biggest holiday delays – and which might get you home early.
Most Americans say they don’t plan year-end charitable giving, poll finds
Most Americans are not planning additional charitable donations before the end of 2025, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
Most Americans are not planning additional charitable donations before the end of 2025, according to a new AP-NORC poll.
Trump’s ‘Warrior Dividend’ for military funded through Pentagon, not tariffs
The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.
The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.



















