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.

36th Annual 'Navidad en el Barrio
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More than 2,000 local children were treated to a festive holiday celebration on Saturday as 'Navidad en el Barrio' at the NRG Center provided gifts, meals, and entertainment by Pancho Caluse.

Two organizations team up to help Food Bank
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In a collaborative effort, Riverside Houston United Methodist Church and the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity teamed up to distribute groceries to over two hundred families in Houston's Third Ward on Saturday.

HPD providing Food Boxes for 400 Families
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The Houston Police Department is continuing their annual tradition of helping 400 pre-selected families with food boxes

10-year-old boy receives 'Iron Man'-themed bionic arm in early Christmas miracle

A 10-year-old boy named Harry from Lancashire, England, born without the lower part of his arm, received a remarkable early Christmas gift—a bionic arm.

Holiday gift guide: Trending ideas for everyone on your list

Staring down a hefty holiday gift list? There’s something for everybody out there. Artisan gifts can be a hit. Head to Etsy to tap into the global handmade marketplace’s trends for the season.

Houston seniors receiving free home repairs this holiday season

For the holiday season, a few area senior citizens have found themselves receiving repairs to their home thanks to Senior Minor Home Repair program.

Houston Legend's Christmas light display
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Following our previous coverage of a Houston legend whose annual Christmas light display has gone viral, H-Town Frankie, the mastermind behind the spectacular lights, has hit the big time.

Mixed reactions to White House Christmas video
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First Lady Jill Biden's White House Christmas video, themed "Magic, Wonder, and Joy," featuring a New York City-based dance troupe's interpretation of The Nutcracker Suite, has sparked diverse opinions on social media

Oklahoma man puts up Christmas lights for his entire neighborhood

When Stephen Dunkelberg put up his Christmas lights this year, he noticed his was the only house lit up in his dark neighborhood. That's when he decided to spread his own form of holiday cheer.