What's open and closed on Christmas 2024

Most stores other businesses are closed on Christmas to give workers time with their own families, but there are a few you’ll find with their doors open

UPS driver plays Santa's helper, wraps little girl's Christmas gift before delivery

UPS driver Aubrie Jones went viral after she wrapped a little girl's Barbie Dreamhouse before delivering it, ensuring it remained a surprise until Christmas.

5 unusual holiday traditions around the world

Some holiday traditions date back thousands of years, while others are thanks to a marketing campaign from Col. Sanders.

The touching story behind a McKinney couple's massive Christmas lights display

Mark Cornetti and Nasheel Joules loved looking at Christmas lights together every year until Joules was diagnosed with a rare heart disease. Since she couldn't go out and enjoy the festivities, the couple decided to bring Christmas home.

Are poinsettias and mistletoe really dangerous?

Learn the truth about the safety of popular holiday plants like poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly. Are they as dangerous as you’ve been told, and what precautions should you take?

Holiday shipping deadlines: USPS, FedEx, UPS dates for on-time delivery

With the holiday shopping season in full swing, major mail carriers are reminding customers of key shipping deadlines to ensure packages arrive by Christmas.

Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024

Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.

United Airlines takes kids on magical flight to the North Pole

It was a day full of magic and holiday cheer as United Airlines gave more than 65 kids and their families a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the “North Pole" on Saturday.

Klyde Warren Park tree lighting ceremony on Saturday

Klyde Warren Park is lighting its 52-foot-tall tree during a special celebration on Saturday night.

Toys for Tots toy drive in Heath marks first event in Rockwall County

Thursday’s big toy drive in Heath was a team effort event with multiple schools and organizations coming together to make a difference in the lives of children.

49% of gift-givers are wishing for cash this season, survey shows

While nearly half of Americans would prefer money this Christmas holiday, some say they would use the funds to cover their necessities, a new survey finds.

Sunday after Thanksgiving travel sets new TSA record

More than 3 million people flew in the U.S. on the Sunday after Thanksgiving, setting a new record. It’s one of only two days to ever top 3 million passengers.