What's open and closed on New Year's Day 2024

Say goodbye to 2023, and hello to 2024! New Year’s Day is on a Monday this year, and many grocery stores and offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.

23 feel-good, heartwarming things that happened in 2023

From awe-inspiring, world-record feats to incredible acts of kindness, there’s no shortage of joy to be found in 2023.

North Texans mark beginning of Kwanzaa with celebration ceremony

In Dallas, an opening celebration ceremony was held on the first day, celebrating unity, to start a week of events.

Texas mother surprised by US Marine daughter's unannounced return for the holidays

A heartwarming holiday surprise unfolded at 407BBQ in Denton County, Texas, as Lydia Calderon, a hardworking mother, received an unexpected visit from her daughter, a US Marine.

Where to recycle your Christmas tree in North Texas

Several local cities are offering drop-off locations to recycle your Christmas tree this year.

What happens to all the gift cards that go unused every year?

The life of a gift card can get complicated. Here’s what to know about the gift cards you’re giving — or getting.

Pope Francis, in Christmas Day blessing, begs for Israel-Hamas cease-fire

Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus, “is a place of sorrow and silence" this year, Pope Francis lamented as he pleaded for a cease-fire in Gaza.

A day in the life of Santa Claus’ reindeer

Santa Claus’ reindeer train hard and eat healthy year-round to prepare for their most important flight of the year.

Richardson restaurant holds Christmas toy giveaway for families in need

A Korean BBQ restaurant in Richardson gave away thousands of dollars’ worth of toys Saturday morning to families who need a little extra help this year.

Many North Texans out for last-minute shopping ahead of Christmas

While Santa gears up for his biggest day of the year, many North Texans were out doing some last-minute shopping of their own.

Fashion Trends to ring in 2024
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Victoria Snee from Highland Park Village shares the fashion trends for your New Year's Eve party.