Holiday travel forecast 2024: Best and worst times to travel this season

Holiday travelers, brace yourselves—this year is expected to see a record-breaking number of people taking to the roads and skies for their year-end festivities. Here's what you need to know:

Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day 2024

As always, hours can vary by location, but here is a list of some major restaurants whose doors will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Malls aren’t obsolete and Gen Z is helping to prove that

The willingness to go out to shop during the holidays isn’t just in your head, it’s actually a huge draw for many shoppers.

Delays in NY's Early Intervention Program leave kids with disabilities without services

New York’s Early Intervention Program, designed to provide free therapy and support for children with disabilities or developmental delays, is leaving some families frustrated with delays in care.

Oscar Mayer's 'Wienermobile' is hiring new drivers

The brand, owned by food giant Kraft Heinz, officially began its annual search for new drivers for the massive hot dog on wheels on Wednesday.

Here are the 10 best and worst times to buy a used car

If you’re in the market for a car these are the times of the year to find quality bargains. See the list.

What to know about traveling to Europe in 2025

Starting in mid-2025, U.S. travelers visiting Europe will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorization. Here’s how it works.

Taco Bell is adding something unexpected to the menu

Taco Bell is looking to compete with other fast food chains with a new, limited-time menu offering.

Unruly Royal Caribbean cruise ship passenger accused of attacking crew member dies after detainment

Cell phone video captured the dramatic moments aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise as a man hurled threats and tried to kick down a door on the boat. The man seen on the video died a short time after he was detained, his family said.

Christmas gift spending per child by state

Want to know how your Christmas gift budget stacks up? Here’s a look at survey results showing how much parents across the country expect to spend per child this year.

Fewer grandparents raising grandkids, preschool enrollment drops: Data reveals COVID-19's impact

The U.S. Census Bureau's latest American Community Survey highlights significant shifts in American life between 2014-2018 and 2019-2023, reflecting the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and other societal changes.