Novi Police handing out Target gift cards with traffic stops

The Novi Police Department decided to hand out gift cards from Target during routine stops to help brighten some people's days during what can be a stressful holiday season.

Christmas came early for more than 2,600 kids whose families couldn't afford gifts this year

More than 2,600 kid's smiles stretched just as far off the charts Friday for the annual Adopt A Child for Christmas Program. The joy unfolding in TCF Center in downtown Detroit where adopting families and adopted kids coalesced for one big pre-Christmas celebration.

Santa dropped by a nonprofit that assists blind and handicapped kids Friday. And he brought presents

The Penrickton Center for Blind Children is the beneficiary of donations to keep it up and running. A big portion of those donations come from the Dearborn Firefighter Burn Drive, which is helping them with their carpet replacement this year. On Dec. 6, the kids got a little extra surprise when Santa stopped by. And yes, he brought toys.