Holiday Recycling Dos & Don'ts

Many of us will use this week between Christmas and New Year's to take down decorations and throw away gift wrap and boxes. The holiday season results in an extra 25 million tons of trash annually. But some of that trash should go to your local recycling facility. Consumer reporter Steve Noviello says it's best to know what to recycle and what to throw away.

Christmas tree pickup, recycling tips for after the holidays

Recycling options vary among communities but here are some general tips on how to get rid of your real tree.

Group brings meals to hundreds of North Texas first responders working on Christmas

A group is on a mission to bring some holiday spirit to those who sacrificed being with their family on Christmas, bringing food to police departments, fire stations and other first responders.

King Charles' first Christmas address pays tribute to first responders, late queen

"Christmas is a particularly poignant time for all of us who have lost loved ones," Charles said. "We feel their absence ... and remember them in each cherished tradition."

Police in Indiana replace family’s gifts stolen in burglary on Christmas Eve

On Christmas Eve morning, the family’s gifts were stolen by a burglar. By the day’s end, they had a new pile of presents thanks to the kindness of the community.

NBA Christmas tradition continues with 5 matchups: What to know

This is the 15th consecutive year of five games being played on Christmas. Here are some things to know about the matchups.

Bubbles & Berries Family-Friendly Drink
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Tommy the Bartender from Small Time Spirit shares family-friendly drink that will have everyone saying cheers while ringing in the new year.

Volunteers give gifts, meals ahead of the holidays

The arctic blast isn't making it easy for families to get out and about, but at holiday events full of giving parents a chance to give their children a special Christmas.

Apollo 8’s biblical Christmas Eve message: 'God bless all of you – all of you on the good Earth'

In 1968, the crew of Apollo 8 was told they’d have the largest audience in history as they headed for the moon on Christmas Eve. But what should they say to the conflicted planet they’d left behind?

Free Christmas trees available in Grapevine Friday night

If you have been putting off decorating for the holidays there is an opportunity for you to get a free Christmas tree this Friday.