1.6 million Texans to spend the holiday alone, survey says

This Christmas, the Lone Star State grapples with an unpleasant reality as a survey reveals 1.6 million Texans will spend the holidays alone.

Fun holiday games for families on a budget

In preparation for the upcoming holiday gatherings, families are on the lookout for easy and budget-friendly game ideas to add cheer to their celebrations.

Gallery Furniture surprises local caregivers
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Four local caregivers, providing assistance to special-needs children and elderly parents, received a surprise from Gallery Furniture. The company, known for its community involvement, delivered brand-new mattresses to these caregivers.

Grandparents spend $10,000 on streaming gift cards
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A couple attempting to treat their grandkids to Disneyland mistakenly spent $10,000 on Disney Plus gift cards. The family shared their story on TikTok, catching Disney's attention.

Grandma charging family for Christmas dinner
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A UK grandmother is making headlines as she charges nearly $17 per seat at her Christmas table feast, even increasing the price by $3 compared to last year. Her sons are not exempt, with one charged $19 a plate for eating more. The reason?

12 Days of Christmas Day 11: The Hernandez Family
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It?s the 12 Days of Christmas, and we?re spreading holiday cheer with the help of BakerRipley, Exclusive Furniture, Chick-Fil-A and Walmart.

When to bid farewell to holiday decor
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Do you take down your Christmas decorations immediately after the holiday, on New Year's Day, or do you extend the holiday cheer longer than most? Find out !

Ryan Gosling drops Christmas version of 'I'm Just Ken,' shares new EP

Merry Christmas, Barbie! Ryan Gosling has released an “I'm Just Ken" EP with collaborators Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt. Listen to the new festive ballad here.

NORAD behind the scenes look at Santa tracking
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Santa Claus will soon be delivering presents across the world and NORAD, or the North American Aerospace Defense Command, is preparing to track his every move. FOX's Kennedy Hayes has a behind-the-scenes look at how the tracking is going to happen.

Holiday travel begins at Hobby Airport
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We're now in the holiday travel rush and people are heading to Houston airports in preparation to travel and spend time with their loved ones for the holiday. AAA reports this will be a busier time in the air and the highways compared to last year. FOX 26's Sherman Desselle has more from travelers at Hobby Airport.

Christmas-New Year fireworks sales begin
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As fireworks sales kick off today for the Christmas-New Year season, officials emphasize restrictions: shooting fireworks within city limits, near churches, hospitals, daycares, schools, or locations with flammable materials is prohibited across all local cities

Cheesecake Factory reveals festive cinnamon roll pancakes for Christmas morning

In an exciting holiday-themed culinary showcase, The Cheesecake Factory's Houston General Manager, Shawn Mehri, and Executive Kitchen Kris Allen, are set to unveil the secrets behind the delectable Cinnamon Roll Pancakes – a perfect treat for Christmas morning festivities.

Most in US will experience Christmas without snow this year

The FOX Forecast Center said computer forecast models show no major snowstorms in the final days before Christmas.

Restaurants open on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in 2023

While many restaurants are closed on Christmas Day, some keep their doors open for those looking to eat out on the holiday. Here are the holiday hours for Chick-fil-A, Cheesecake Factory, and more.

Holiday debt hangover poised to be 'particularly nasty' this year, analyst says

While retail sales are strong, an industry economist is warning about about an uptick in usage for buy now, pay later services as consumers battle growing debt obligations.

The Vicente Family
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It?s the 12 Days of Christmas, and we?re spreading holiday cheer with the help of BakerRipley, Exclusive Furniture, Chick-Fil-A and Walmart. On Day 7, we surprised The Vicente Family. The Vicente Family, newcomers from Guatemala, are navigating financial and health challenges in Houston as Christmas approaches.