Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022: US events to honor civil rights leader
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is being honored on Monday with an annual service in Atlanta, as well as many other parades, marches and volunteer opportunities throughout the U.S.
Christmas tree pickup, recycling tips for after the holidays
The National Christmas Tree Association is offering tips on how to get rid of your real Christmas tree without burning it or throwing it in the trash.
Pope Francis starts new year with call to protect women, focus on the good
Pope Francis has used his New Year's Day appearances to encourage people to focus on the good which unites them and to decry violence against women.
New Year's Eve: Omicron mutes celebrations as many hope for better 2022
New Year's Eve celebrations were muted or canceled in many places around the world for the second straight year due to a surge of COVID-19 infections.
Champagne shortage ahead of New Year's Eve as supply chain issues hit wine industry
It could be tough to find some of your favorite champagne labels this year as supply chain disruptions have been impacting the industry.
Should Americans cancel New Year's Eve plans? Fauci says it depends
Fauci said small gatherings are OK, but big parties are 'strongly' discouraged.
COVID-19 surge due to omicron variant impacting testing sites, travel, NYE plans
The surge in COVID-19 cases due to the omicron variant is affecting multiple facets of Americans' lives from long lines at testing sites to travel delays to canceled New Year's Eve plans.
Airbnb says it'll 'crack down' on New Year's Eve parties
Airbnb customers who don’t have a positive review history will be subject to restrictions
Holiday shopping on the rise post-Christmas; retailers could see supply chain boom
Some shoppers say they’re finding better deals now than before the holiday with shopping reportedly up this year.
New Year's celebrations shelved across the globe as COVID-19 surges, here's who canceled and who hasn't
A scaled-down celebration in New York City is still happening, but other cities around the world are canceling celebrations altogether.
Trouble in the air: Sky Harbor sees over 30 canceled flights on Christmas Eve
With a little over 30 cancelled flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Christmas Eve, some travelers are feeling the troubles of air travel.
Dealing with mental health issues during the holiday season
It’s the holidays, an amazing time of year for many, but it’s also a difficult time of year for some.
Santa tracker: NORAD shows when he's coming to town
For the 66th year, NORAD is tracking Santa Claus this Christmas, showing families around the globe exactly when he’ll be coming to town.
Surfing Santas returns to Cocoa Beach with large crowds
The annual tradition supports Grind For Life, which helps to provide financial assistance to cancer patients and their families.
Christmas Eve shopping: Store hours for Walmart, Target, Costco, and others for last-minute holiday needs
Retailers across the country are open on Christmas Eve to give shoppers a chance to get their last-minute gifts.
Man arrested for setting Christmas wreaths on fire at Hagerstown cemetery
A Pennsylvania man has been arrested in Hagerstown for setting multiple Christmas wreaths on fire at a cemetery, fire marshals say.
How to mitigate COVID-19 risk amid holiday season
The demand for rapid tests remains high. But how should they be used, especially before holiday gatherings?
Festivus from 'Seinfeld' actually has its roots in a real holiday a writer's dad invented
The 'Seinfeld' episode 'The Strike' somehow inspired a beloved holiday tradition to fans.
Nonprofit works to bring Christmas gifts to children of the incarcerated
The Angel Tree program of Prison Fellowship partners with churches and volunteers to deliver Christmas gifts to children on behalf of their incarcerated parents.
Washington National Cathedral moves all Christmas services online amid COVID spike
Washington National Cathedral has announced all its Christmas services will be virtual this year due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases in the District.