Forget the groundhog prediction: 7 animals who will give Punxsutawney Phil a run for his money

Punxsutawney Phil’s long-term accuracy is only around 39%, meaning some other prognosticators have more accurate predictions. From ducks and chickens to squirrels and hedgehogs, many states have their own animal prognosticator.

Police test DNA on Rhode Island girl's cookie, carrots for evidence of Santa Claus

Chief Matthew Benson has “immediately” instructed his investigative division to forward her evidence to the State of Rhode Island’s, Department of Health and Forensic Sciences Unit for analysis.

North Texans give back to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

People celebrate MLK Day in a variety of ways. Many use the day off to attend parades, and others use it to be of service to their community.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Dallas returns in-person for first time since 2020

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. parade returned back in-person on Monday for the first time in three years. This was the first time the parade since 2020 due to the pandemic, so there was some extra anticipation this year.

Slavery reparations: How the US can follow one town's effort to right dark past

Should Black Americans be compensated for generations of oppression? From local communities to the steps of Congress, a PBS documentary airing on this MLK Day highlights the debate over reparations for slave descendants.

Here's what is open and closed on MLK Day 2023

The U.S. is marking Martin Luther King Jr.‘s birthday on Monday, Jan. 16. The federal holiday means government agencies and many banks will be closed.

Biden recalls 'hero' Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy at Ebenezer Baptist Church

President Joe Biden will travel to Atlanta to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.and give remarks during the Sunday service at Ebenezer Baptist Church, where King preached and Sen. Raphael Warnock is the pastor.

The Embrace statue unveiled in Boston on MLK weekend

The four intertwined arms were inspired by a photo of the civil rights leader and his wife when they learned he had won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964.

NBA to celebrate MLK Day with games, events Monday

The NBA will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a full schedule of games to commemorate the national holiday.

MLK holiday weekend to feature tributes, commitments to race equity

Some notable events include a civil rights training summit for youth and adults, a statue unveiling in Boston, a symposium on police brutality in Ohio, and community service projects nationwide.

FAA releases audio of deadly Dallas air show plane crash

Newly released audio gives some clues as to the conversations going on between pilots and organizers, but there are still many questions about how this happened.

What's open and closed on Jan. 2, 2023, day after New Year

Because New Year’s Day fell on a Sunday this year, some businesses and offices observe Jan. 2 as the official holiday. Here’s what will still be closed on Monday.

New Year’s Eve celebration returning to Sundance Square in Fort Worth

After two years of relatively quiet New Year’s Eve celebrations, the team at Sundance Square in Fort Worth is more than ready to ring in 2023.

DART, Coors team up to offer free rides on New Year's Eve

From 6 p.m. to the end of service on New Year's Eve there will be free rides on DART trains, buses, street cars and the TRE.