NORAD Santa Tracker relaunches on Dec. 1: 'Santa planning going on'

Up until Christmas, families can look forward to Santa tracking updates from NORAD’s 67th annual ‘NORAD Tracks Santa’ program.

First Asian Santa to greet children at Mall of America

For the first time in three years, children are back sitting on Santa's lap at the Mall Of America (MOA), but that's not the only change you may notice at The Santa Experience this year.

Santa's back in town with inflation, inclusion on his mind

Don’t look for plastic partitions or faraway benches when visiting Santa Claus this year. The jolly old elf is back, pre-pandemic style.

‘It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown’ won't air on TV this year

Apple TV+ has the rights to the “Peanuts” holiday specials but don’t fret, even if you don’t have an Apple TV+ subscription, you’ll still be able to enjoy the classics for a limited time.

Where and when to watch classic holiday TV specials for free

Once again, enjoy the holiday classics and antics of some of your favorite Christmas characters for free online or on air.

RIP Rudolph: Bear takes on inflatable Christmas reindeer at Lake Tahoe home

David Lester from Zephyr Cove, Nevada woke up Saturday to find his Christmas decorations in disarray — and the culprit was caught on camera.

When should you hang Christmas lights? Survey reveals where Americans stand

Most Americans prefer to hang up their Christmas lights in this specific timeframe, according to the survey. A minority said they display their yuletide cheer even before Halloween.

Giving Tuesday: How you can help donate to recent weather disasters

An estimated 35 million participated in Giving Tuesday last year, with more than $2 billion going to different causes during the holiday season.

Holiday shipping deadlines 2022: Dates to know so your packages arrive by Christmas

Shipping gifts for the holidays? Here are the recommended shipping deadlines from USPS, FedEx, and UPS to ensure mail and packages arrive before Christmas Day.

How weather impacts Christmas light displays

Colder temperatures are better for viewing, and rainy weather can lead to problems for lights and other decorations that require electricity.

Inflation hovered over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday

Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation.

'Elf on the Shelf': How the brand evolved over 17 years

Elf on the Shelf started as a children’s picture book, now it’s a toy-based Christmas tradition

Video: NYC subway riders enjoy Thanksgiving feast on L train

Passengers riding an L train were treated to a full Thanksgiving spread during their evening commute, thanks to a Brooklyn catering service.

Brooklyn barber opens home to asylum seekers for Thanksgiving

A barber in Bushwick has opened his heart and his home to asylum seekers arriving in New York City from Venezuela.

High-flying balloon characters star in Thanksgiving parade

Throngs of spectators lined the streets of New York as colorful, high-flying balloons helped usher in the holiday season at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Does turkey really make you sleepy?

It turns out you can’t blame Thanksgiving turkey for your midday nap.