Advent calendars grow up: From chocolate treats to skincare
From its humble beginnings of chocolate treats for kids in the runup to Christmas Day, to the indulgent skincare and luxury surprises seen today, advent calendars have significantly evolved since the 19th century.
From its humble beginnings of chocolate treats for kids in the runup to Christmas Day, to the indulgent skincare and luxury surprises seen today, advent calendars have significantly evolved since the 19th century.
Record spending expected despite shorter holiday season
Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas is just weeks away. So, for many, that means it’s time to shop.
Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas is just weeks away. So, for many, that means it’s time to shop.
USPS officials issue warning about text scams ahead of holidays
The holiday season is here and so are scammers. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is warning consumers to stay vigilant against identity theft and package theft.
The holiday season is here and so are scammers. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is warning consumers to stay vigilant against identity theft and package theft.
Montgomery County Fire Department issues reminder about holiday fire safety
The holiday season means colder temperatures, but it also means the addition of potential danger into the home when it comes to fires.
The holiday season means colder temperatures, but it also means the addition of potential danger into the home when it comes to fires.
Winter City Lights brings holiday magic to Olney
Winter City Lights in Olney, Maryland is ranked as one of the best light festivals in the country.
Winter City Lights in Olney, Maryland is ranked as one of the best light festivals in the country.
When does winter really start? It depends on who you ask
When does winter start? It depends who you ask, because meteorological season's start date is different than the winter solstice.
When does winter start? It depends who you ask, because meteorological season's start date is different than the winter solstice.
Woman serves Thanksgiving feast to neighborhood animals
A woman in Ohio served a Thanksgiving feast to the neighborhood animals.
A woman in Ohio served a Thanksgiving feast to the neighborhood animals.
Alexandria police turn Christmas tree sales into opportunities for local kids
The holidays are a time for giving, and in Alexandria, a special Christmas tree brings that spirit to life.
The holidays are a time for giving, and in Alexandria, a special Christmas tree brings that spirit to life.
Spotlight on local businesses at DC holiday markets
This time period from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday is the busiest for retailers - with the National Retail Federation estimating 183 million shoppers this yer. For small businesses, the season can be make or break.
This time period from Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday is the busiest for retailers - with the National Retail Federation estimating 183 million shoppers this yer. For small businesses, the season can be make or break.
Montgomery County Alcohol Task Force out to keep holiday travelers safe
The holiday season is a time of celebration, but it’s also one of the most dangerous times on the road. To keep families safe, the Montgomery County Police Department has launched its annual Holiday Alcohol Task Force, focusing on stopping impaired drivers – people who have been drinking or consuming drugs.
The holiday season is a time of celebration, but it’s also one of the most dangerous times on the road. To keep families safe, the Montgomery County Police Department has launched its annual Holiday Alcohol Task Force, focusing on stopping impaired drivers – people who have been drinking or consuming drugs.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade recap: Balloons, wet weather and dozens of protesters arrested
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade marched, soared and roared into its second century as a holiday fixture despite rain and a disruption from pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade marched, soared and roared into its second century as a holiday fixture despite rain and a disruption from pro-Palestinian demonstrators.
'Food and Friends' delivers Thanksgiving meals across DC
Serving the community is the highlight of this neighborhood and Thanksgiving is the “Super Bowl" for one local non-profit that works to curb food insecurity. It’s called “Food and Friends." They’re headquartered in Northeast D.C. but serve families across the greater DC region.
Serving the community is the highlight of this neighborhood and Thanksgiving is the “Super Bowl" for one local non-profit that works to curb food insecurity. It’s called “Food and Friends." They’re headquartered in Northeast D.C. but serve families across the greater DC region.
Unique Thanksgiving Day dishes and traditions
From pumpkin empanadas to giving out thank-you cards to mailmen, here are some unique Thanksgiving Day traditions in the U.S. and around the world.
From pumpkin empanadas to giving out thank-you cards to mailmen, here are some unique Thanksgiving Day traditions in the U.S. and around the world.
Watch: Christmas train creates "magical" scene in England
A Christmas train lit up the night in England recently, creating a dazzlingly colorful scene that looked like something straight out of ‘The Polar Express.’
A Christmas train lit up the night in England recently, creating a dazzlingly colorful scene that looked like something straight out of ‘The Polar Express.’
DC Central Kitchen prepares to deliver thousands of free Thanksgiving meals
A D.C. nonprofit has kicked their holiday meal prep into high gear.
A D.C. nonprofit has kicked their holiday meal prep into high gear.
Arizona grandma and stranger she mistakenly texted in 2016 will celebrate 9th Thanksgiving together
In 2016, Wanda Dench meant to invite her grandson to her Thanksgiving and accidentally texted Jamal Hinton of Phoenix.
In 2016, Wanda Dench meant to invite her grandson to her Thanksgiving and accidentally texted Jamal Hinton of Phoenix.
Watch live: Thanksgiving Day parades from New York & around the U.S.
Watching New York’s Thanksgiving Day parade is as much of a Thanksgiving tradition as turkey and pumpkin pie. Here’s how you can stream the parade, and others, this holiday.
Watching New York’s Thanksgiving Day parade is as much of a Thanksgiving tradition as turkey and pumpkin pie. Here’s how you can stream the parade, and others, this holiday.
Alone for the holidays? This can help
Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.
Discover practical strategies to overcome loneliness during the holidays, from mindfulness and gratitude to building new traditions and connecting with others.
Don't wash your turkey; other food safety tips
Avoid getting yourself (and your guests) sick this holiday season and take these food safety tips into consideration.
Avoid getting yourself (and your guests) sick this holiday season and take these food safety tips into consideration.
These stores are closed on Thanksgiving this year
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.
Thanksgiving is one day away and whether you are hosting or attending a gathering, now is the time to stock up on goods because multiple retail stores are closing for the holiday.