Hanukkah starts Thursday, more complicated amid the pandemic
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Hanukkah, like other holidays, will continue in 2020 - just in a non-traditional way.
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Hanukkah, like other holidays, will continue in 2020 - just in a non-traditional way.
Texas mom writes 'Santa letters' for front-line parents this Christmas
A Texas mom is helping parents working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic this Christmas by crafting special letters from Santa Claus.
A Texas mom is helping parents working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic this Christmas by crafting special letters from Santa Claus.
Vandals steal lights, break reindeer, yank down Santa's sleigh in northern California
But sometime in the night, vandals stole hundreds of ground cover lights, trampled and tore inflatables trying to rip them from the ground, knocked over trees, broke an illuminated reindeer, and yanked Santa's sleigh from the roof.
But sometime in the night, vandals stole hundreds of ground cover lights, trampled and tore inflatables trying to rip them from the ground, knocked over trees, broke an illuminated reindeer, and yanked Santa's sleigh from the roof.
Australian zoo animals tear open Christmas gifts to kick off holiday season
The South Australian Zoo released video of some of their furry residents opening Christmas gifts early to kickoff the holidays.
The South Australian Zoo released video of some of their furry residents opening Christmas gifts early to kickoff the holidays.
Christmas tree cutting during the COVID-19 pandemic
How many of you are taking part in this holiday tradition?
How many of you are taking part in this holiday tradition?
Jupiter and Saturn to align in the sky this month as 'Christmas Star'
The rare occurrence will happen after sunset on Dec. 21, 2020, the start of the winter solstice.
The rare occurrence will happen after sunset on Dec. 21, 2020, the start of the winter solstice.
Don’t open it: Scam text message poses as package delivery notification
The messages sometimes have UPS or FedEx included in the text to make it seem more legit. They may even include your name.
The messages sometimes have UPS or FedEx included in the text to make it seem more legit. They may even include your name.
Gift ideas for the homeowner or DIYer in your life from Jill of All Trades
In this episode of Jill of All Trades, she shows us her favorite gift ideas for the homeowner or DIYer in your life.
In this episode of Jill of All Trades, she shows us her favorite gift ideas for the homeowner or DIYer in your life.
You can stay at a Buddy the Elf suite at Royal Park Hotel in Rochester
The Royal Park Hotel in historic downtown Rochester has created two holiday-themed rooms to give families an extra special getaway this season.
The Royal Park Hotel in historic downtown Rochester has created two holiday-themed rooms to give families an extra special getaway this season.
CDC urges Americans to stay home for holidays
Many Americans didn't follow CDC guidance against traveling over Thanksgiving so the agency announced the testing option during a Wednesday news briefing.
Many Americans didn't follow CDC guidance against traveling over Thanksgiving so the agency announced the testing option during a Wednesday news briefing.
White Lake Twp. police take new approach to stop porch pirates this holiday season
The White Lake Township Police Department is allowing residents to get their holiday packages delivered to the station in hopes of deterring porch thieves
The White Lake Township Police Department is allowing residents to get their holiday packages delivered to the station in hopes of deterring porch thieves
Garden City's newest Christmas lights show is a spectacle for the season
A home lights show in Garden City syncs music and illumination for an impressive display of holiday cheer.
A home lights show in Garden City syncs music and illumination for an impressive display of holiday cheer.
Chicago couple uses deposit from canceled wedding to feed hundreds on Thanksgiving
A Chicago couple used their money saved for a catered reception for their wedding to feed the needy for Thanksgiving.
A Chicago couple used their money saved for a catered reception for their wedding to feed the needy for Thanksgiving.
Americans face new coronavirus restrictions after Thanksgiving
Americans returning from Thanksgiving break faced strict new COVID-19 measures as health officials brace for a worsening of the nationwide surge.
Americans returning from Thanksgiving break faced strict new COVID-19 measures as health officials brace for a worsening of the nationwide surge.
Detroit area family surprises mom with replacement vintage Christmas wreath 25 years after it was stolen
More than 25 years ago, someone took a vintage Christmas wreath right off of Beverlee Porada's front porch. Years of searching later, her children tracked down a replacement.
More than 25 years ago, someone took a vintage Christmas wreath right off of Beverlee Porada's front porch. Years of searching later, her children tracked down a replacement.
Many nonprofits hope Giving Tuesday gives them a boost during COVID-19
Many nonprofits are hoping Giving Tuesday gives them a monetary boost this year amid the pandemic, after many of their fundraising events have been canceled or changed.
Many nonprofits are hoping Giving Tuesday gives them a monetary boost this year amid the pandemic, after many of their fundraising events have been canceled or changed.
Old Newsboys' Goodfellow Fund of Detroit's annual sales day goes virtual
The Detroit Goodfellows holiday tradition continues this year, though with a virtual fundraiser amid COVID-19.
The Detroit Goodfellows holiday tradition continues this year, though with a virtual fundraiser amid COVID-19.
Sam’s Club offering free virtual visits with Santa from the North Pole
Sam’s Club announced that members can book a free personal live session with Santa and take a photo with him, one of many retailers adjusting holiday plans due to COVID-19.
Sam’s Club announced that members can book a free personal live session with Santa and take a photo with him, one of many retailers adjusting holiday plans due to COVID-19.
'America the Beautiful': Melania Trump showcases White House's Christmas decor
“America the Beautiful” is this year's Christmas theme at the White House.
“America the Beautiful” is this year's Christmas theme at the White House.
Real Christmas trees provide holiday comfort for many amid COVID-19 pandemic
Christmas tree growers who have faced increased interest in artificial trees in recent years say demand for real, fresh-cut evergreens is strong this season.
Christmas tree growers who have faced increased interest in artificial trees in recent years say demand for real, fresh-cut evergreens is strong this season.