Happy ‘howlidays’: Shelter dogs pick out their own toys for Christmas

A video showing shelter dogs choosing their Christmas gifts is the most wholesome content you didn’t know you needed this holiday season.

DC-area residents keep the 'holiday spirit' alive despite pandemic’s presence

This year’s unexpected arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic has made the holidays feel quite different for a lot of people across the country and in the D.C. region.

Tips for recycling wrapping paper this holiday season

Can you recycle all of your holiday wrapping paper, ribbons and bows? Here are some tips to help make your Christmas a little more green.

'It does break my heart a little bit': A bleak Christmas for America's unemployed

Millions of Americans have been jobless since the viral pandemic ripped through the U.S. economy in March, triggering a deep recession and causing widespread unemployment.

Dr. Anthony Fauci celebrating 80th birthday, Christmas at home amid pandemic fight

Dr. Anthony Fauci is celebrating his 80th birthday on Christmas Eve at home, something he has continued to advise Americans to do as the country faces the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Where is Santa Claus? NORAD launches tracking service on Christmas Eve

Thanks to the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD), kids will be able to find St. Nick’s exact location at any given moment.

'God given right:' Christmas carolers in California defy orders, sing without masks

 "Everything that's been inflicted upon us right now is unconstitutional and illegal. We have every right to be out here singing to the Lord, singing to Jesus, celebrating Christmas," said Francine Knittel.

Mailbox in Florence, Texas gives kids direct line to North Pole

In the small town of Florence Texas, you’ll find a mailbox with direct service to Santa Claus in the North Pole.

Reservations and tickets for 'COVID-safe' activities high in demand during holiday season

With so many restrictions and guidelines across the D.C. region telling people to avoid holiday gatherings, many are probably still trying to find ways to enjoy this festive time, safely.

'I don’t know if this is the smartest idea': Holiday travel surges despite COVID-19 outbreak

Millions of Americans are traveling ahead of Christmas and New Year’s, despite pleas from public health experts that they stay home to avoid fueling the raging coronavirus pandemic that has killed more than 320,000 nationwide.

Christmas Day: Here are the restaurants, stores open

While more retailers and restaurants than usual may be shutting their doors this Christmas, shoppers and would-be diners aren't completely out of luck.

Last-minute holiday stocking stuffers
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If you waited until the last minute to do your holiday shopping, Hush Boutique owner Tam Lee is here to give you last-minute holiday stocking stuffer ideas for everyone in your life!

Creative ways to celebrate the holidays at home
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Andre Wells - the CEO and founder of Events by Andre Wells - gives FOX 5's Holly Morris some holiday decorating tips.

Holiday fear, not cheer, as coronavirus pandemic changes Christmas

The patchwork of restrictions being imposed by local and national governments across the world varies widely — but few holiday seasons will look normal this year.

After a cold start, temperatures will climb into the 40s today ahead of a rainy Christmas Eve

Today is a perfect day to finish your Christmas errands or anything you need to take care of outside; ahead of the heavy rain and windy Christmas Eve weather we’re forecasting.

Major retailer warns of shopping scams during holiday season

Christmas is just days away and there’s no shortage of people looking for a good deal on gifts. But one major retailer is warning shoppers, if the deal looks too good to be true, it probably is.

COVID forces changes to Children’s National Hospital Christmas tradition

It should be the most wonderful time of year – and there are plenty of people working to make that happen for families who need it the most.