USPS in need of volunteers to handle letters to Santa
Every year since 1912, the postal service has processed a massive amount of mail from children whose lists include basic necessities like a warm coat, and from parents who describe their struggles with employment or health. The USPS recruits individual and group volunteers for help with getting these kids Christmas gifts.
Vaccinated families can ‘feel good’ about holiday gatherings, Fauci says
"If you get vaccinated and your family's vaccinated, you can feel good about enjoying a typical Thanksgiving, Christmas with your family and close friends," Dr. Anthony Fauci said.
Reese's debuts pie-size peanut butter cup for Thanksgiving 2021
Reese’s is selling a 9-inch “Thanksgiving pie,” which is the largest Reese Peanut Butter Cup ever sold — but only while supplies last.
Rockefeller Center Christmas tree arrives in NYC
The tree that will stand at Rockefeller Center during the Christmas season arrived in Manhattan on Saturday.
Countdown to Christmas: What's new in Advent calendars this year
For lovers of Advent calendars, there are lots of new offerings to count down to Christmas.
Dallas radio station starts playing non-stop Christmas music with 43 days until Dec. 25
It's beginning to sound a lot like Christmas here in North Texas.
Terrorism threat 'heightened' over holiday season, DHS says
While DHS said it had no credible information on a specific threat, the agency warns in its latest national terrorism advisory bulletin that mass gatherings for the upcoming religious holidays could be potential targets.
Krispy Kreme offers limited-edition Thanksgiving-themed doughnuts
Krispy Kreme unveiled four limited-edition Thanksgiving-themed doughnut flavors, including its classic chocolate icing doughnut with festive Thanksgiving sprinkles.
Holiday at the Arboretum opens to public Wednesday
It features Victorian gazebos representing each of the 12 Days of Christmas, more than one million lights and plenty of holiday decorations.
AAA: Thanksgiving travel to rebound nearing pre-pandemic levels
AAA forecasts a strong rebound in holiday travelers this Thanksgiving.
Veterans Day parade held in Grapevine
The annual Veterans Day parade was held in Grapevine as people were out to show support for the ones who have fought for our freedom.
Diwali 2021: What to know about the festival of lights
The Hindu festival of Diwali, which symbolizes new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, is being celebrated by millions across the world.
Santa visits at NorthPark Center virtual again this year, other in-person events return
While Santa will be Zooming in from the North Pole, other events are returning in-person.
Black Friday 2021: Stores closed, open on Thanksgiving Day
Many major retailers will once again be shutting their doors on Thanksgiving Day 2021. Here’s a list of which stores will be closed or open on the holiday.
Starbucks holiday drinks, cups return Thursday
Get ready, holiday drinks will be hitting Starbucks menus starting Thursday.
Mariah Carey ushers in Christmas season and not a moment too soon
As soon as Halloween ended, Mariah Carey posted a teaser to her hit Christmas song “All I Want for Christmas Is You” and declared, “it’s time.”
WATCH: Amazon driver gets hilarious scare from Halloween decoration
"We’ve had a lot of fun watching our ring videos of people coming to our door," Galo said.
Oprah's Favorite Things 2021 list revealed for holiday season
Oprah Winfrey’s annual holiday gift list features items from Ciara, Jessica Alba, Chef Eric Ziebold and more.
Child finds sewing needle inside Halloween trick-or-treat candy, Ohio police say
An observant child in Ohio made a "demented" discovery inside their Halloween candy while trick-or-treating over the weekend, alerting police to a sewing needle planted inside a chocolate treat.
From dozens of giant balloons, floats, bands, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to return full-scale
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be live and in-person to kick off the 2021 holiday season, the department store announced Wednesday.